Jennifer Goepel
Mason City
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong ability to connect with students and foster a collaborative learning environment. Expertise in employing patience and empathy to address individual needs, ensuring every student feels valued and understood. Proficient in persuasive communication, effectively engaging students in complex social studies topics while igniting a passion for learning. Committed to creating an inclusive and supportive classroom atmosphere that encourages active participation and nurtures critical thinking skills. Proven track record of developing engaging lesson plans that inspire student involvement.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
PART-TIME COLLEGE INSTRUCTOR
Morningside University
Sioux City, Iowa
01.2013 - Current
- Utilized research-based instructional strategies to facilitate student collaboration and learning.
- A strong commitment and enthusiasm in assisting teachers connect content to classroom instruction.
- Course design experience
- Utilized instructional technologies to enhance effective learning.
- Clear and consistent communication provided to faculty and staff through weekly office hours, emails, and Google Meet
- Evaluated student course work and delivered timely feedback
- Monitored practicum work through student field experience
- Courses:
- SPED 672 - Special Education Law
- EDUC 760 - Reading Assessment
- EDUC 761 - Reading in the Content Areas
- EDUC 762 - Diagnostic Teaching of Reading
- EDUC 762 - Diagnostic Teaching of Reading and Practicum
- EDUC 765 - Literacy for Grades 5-8
- EDTE 414/614 - Advanced Reading
- Developed comprehensive course materials aligning with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated engaging lectures, promoting critical thinking and active participation among students.
SIXTH GRADE GENERAL EDUCATION LITERACY AND SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
Mason City, Iowa
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborative approach used in the development of literacy and social studies lessons.
- Delivery of instruction focuses on using a student-centered approach while providing a structured classroom environment for students to flourish in.
- Formative and Summative Assessments administered to assess student learning.
- Participation in MTSS, carried out targeted instruction to tier 1 and tier 2 students.
- Research-based strategies incorporated in lesson planning.
MENTOR TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
Mason City, Iowa
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Assist new teachers in a supportive role while building excellence in education.
- Provided guidance with lesson planning, implementation of research-based strategies, formative and summative assessments, progress monitoring and collaboration throughout the school year to ensure teacher success.
STUDENT TEACHER SUPERVISOR
Lincoln Intermediate
Mason City, Iowa
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed implementation of the student teaching experience.
- Facilitated communication with staff and the student related to progress made in the classroom and other assigned duties.
SIXTH GRADE GENERAL EDUCATION MATH AND SCIENCE TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
Mason City, Iowa
08.2021 - 05.2022
SIXTH GRADE SPECIAL EDUCATION CO-TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
Mason City, Iowa
08.2020 - 01.2021
FIFTH GRADE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
Mason City, Iowa
08.2014 - 05.2020
FIFTH GRADE SPECIAL LITERACY AND MATH CO-TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
Mason City, Iowa
08.2010 - 06.2011
EIGHTH GRADE SPECIAL EDUCATION CO-TEACHER
John Adams Middle School
Mason City, Iowa
08.1994 - 06.2010
Education
Masters of Arts - Teaching
Morningside University
Sioux City, Iowa05.2009
Bachelor of Science - K-6 Elementary Education
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa05.1993
Pre-Elementary Education - undefined
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, Iowa12.1990
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Educational technology
- Classroom management
- Technology implementation
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
- Amplify-Literacy Curriculum
- Building Leadership and Scheduling Team
- InquirEd-Social Studies Curriculum
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
- Phonics Trained in SIPPS, Wilson, and beginning LTRS training
Timeline
SIXTH GRADE GENERAL EDUCATION LITERACY AND SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
08.2022 - Current
MENTOR TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
08.2021 - 01.2024
STUDENT TEACHER SUPERVISOR
Lincoln Intermediate
08.2021 - 05.2023
SIXTH GRADE GENERAL EDUCATION MATH AND SCIENCE TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
08.2021 - 05.2022
SIXTH GRADE SPECIAL EDUCATION CO-TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
08.2020 - 01.2021
FIFTH GRADE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
08.2014 - 05.2020
PART-TIME COLLEGE INSTRUCTOR
Morningside University
01.2013 - Current
FIFTH GRADE SPECIAL LITERACY AND MATH CO-TEACHER
Lincoln Intermediate
08.2010 - 06.2011
EIGHTH GRADE SPECIAL EDUCATION CO-TEACHER
John Adams Middle School
08.1994 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - K-6 Elementary Education
Iowa State University
Pre-Elementary Education - undefined
North Iowa Area Community College
Masters of Arts - Teaching
Morningside University