Jennifer Helgen
Benbrook, TX
Summary
Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations, and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader
Rolling Hills Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Led team meetings, provided instructional guidance, and communicated school-wide expectations
Team Leader
Westpark Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Led team meetings, provided instructional guidance, and communicated school-wide expectations
Team Leader
Castleberry Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Led team meetings, provided instructional guidance, and communicated school-wide expectations
First Grade Teacher
Castleberry Elementary School
08.2003 - 05.2014
- Delivered comprehensive instruction across all subject areas
- Designed and implemented literacy-focused classroom environments
- Developed differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners
- Provided mentorship and professional development for new teachers
Second Grade Teacher
Castleberry Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Instruct all subjects for a diverse student population, including Special Education, ESL, and GT students
- Implement a Balanced Literacy Classroom with guided reading instruction and learning centers
- Utilize cooperative learning strategies to enhance student engagement
- Provide after-school tutoring and monitor student progress to support academic success
- Foster strong collaboration with staff, students, and parents to enhance learning outcomes
Interview Committee Member
Castleberry Elementary
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Assisted in interviewing and selecting top teaching candidates
Model Classroom Teacher
Castleberry Elementary
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Demonstrated reading lessons and supported teachers in implementing literacy strategies
Site-Based Decision-Making Committee Member
Castleberry Elementary
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Provided professional input on school policies and reviewed critical documents
Lead Mentor & Mentor Teacher
Castleberry Elementary
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Mentored new teachers, provided feedback, and modeled effective teaching strategies
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXBachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education
University of Texas
Austin, TXSkills
- Safety awareness
- Child development
- Relationship building
- Social skills development
- Team collaboration
- Individualized learning
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Technology integration
- Classroom management
Awards Recognitions
Designated Exemplary Teacher - Teacher Incentive Allotment Program
Certification
- English as a Second Language Generalist (EC-4)
- Generalist Grades (EC-4)
- Principal as Instructional Leader (EC-4)
Leadership Experience
- Team Leader, Third Grade, Rolling Hills Elementary, Benbrook, TX, 08/2023, 05/2024, Third Grade, Westpark Elementary, Benbrook, TX, 08/2019, 05/2023, First Grade, Castleberry Elementary, River Oaks, TX, 08/2012, 05/2014, Led team meetings, provided instructional guidance, and communicated school-wide expectations.
- Interview Committee Member, Castleberry Elementary, River Oaks, TX, 08/2011, 05/2014, Assisted in interviewing and selecting top teaching candidates.
- Model Classroom Teacher, Castleberry Elementary, River Oaks, TX, 08/2010, 05/2014, Demonstrated reading lessons and supported teachers in implementing literacy strategies.
- Lead Mentor & Mentor Teacher, Castleberry Elementary, River Oaks, TX, 08/2008, 05/2014, Mentored new teachers, provided feedback, and modeled effective teaching strategies.
- Site-Based Decision-Making Committee Member, Castleberry Elementary, River Oaks, TX, 08/2009, 05/2014, Provided professional input on school policies and reviewed critical documents.
Timeline
Team Leader
Rolling Hills Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024
Team Leader
Westpark Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2023
Second Grade Teacher
Castleberry Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2016
Team Leader
Castleberry Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2014
Interview Committee Member
Castleberry Elementary
01.2011 - 01.2014
Model Classroom Teacher
Castleberry Elementary
01.2010 - 01.2014
Site-Based Decision-Making Committee Member
Castleberry Elementary
01.2009 - 01.2014
Lead Mentor & Mentor Teacher
Castleberry Elementary
01.2008 - 01.2014
First Grade Teacher
Castleberry Elementary School
08.2003 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education
University of Texas
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
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