Jennifer Jepsen
Newton
Summary
With a proven track record at Prairie View Community Mental Health Center, I've excelled in creating impactful parent support resources and fostering strong parent relations. My expertise spans from directing multicultural educational programs to enhancing English proficiency, showcasing my problem-solving skills and empathy. My approach has consistently achieved meaningful community engagement and educational advancement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Parent Support Specialist
Prairie View Community Mental Health Center
01.2022 - Current
- Created resource materials for parents including handouts, guides, and toolkits covering various topics.
- Trained and facilitated nationally recognized parenting class: Love and Logic.
- Delivered culturally sensitive support services tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse families within the community.
- Developed comprehensive case management plans focused on addressing specific family needs and challenges.
Director/ Teacher
Signet Church Ministries/ 501-C3
09.2009 - 12.2022
- Developed and directed a Multi-cultural English Learning Center teaching and equipping over 50 volunteers per session to provide meals, weekly English classes, and a comprehensive children's program.
- Oversaw adult, English classes (5 levels), GED workshops, career and citizenship prep.
- Over 4,000 families from over 27 countries participated over course of 26 sessions.
- Coordinated partnerships with USD259 Wichita public school, IRC (International Rescue Center), Kansas Workforce Alliance, Wichita District 6 Community Center, Butler community college, and 20 local churches and 25 "in Kind Partners".
- Developed and coordinated additional quarterly, community family engagement activites.
Middle School English Teacher
Catholic Diocese of San Diego
08.1999 - 05.2001
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing consequences when necessary.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and promoted active participation.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Maintained classroom discipline and modeled correct behaviors.
ESL Teacher
Global Board of United Methodists
08.1992 - 06.1995
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05-1987
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Parent engagement
- Problem-solving skills
- Empathy and patience
- Interactive teaching
Timeline
Parent Support Specialist
Prairie View Community Mental Health Center
01.2022 - Current
Director/ Teacher
Signet Church Ministries/ 501-C3
09.2009 - 12.2022
Middle School English Teacher
Catholic Diocese of San Diego
08.1999 - 05.2001
ESL Teacher
Global Board of United Methodists
08.1992 - 06.1995
Bachelor of Science - Education
Eastern Kentucky University
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