JENNIFER JORDAN
Greenbelt,MD
Summary
Seeks to obtain a career that supports my present skills in developing positive relationships with students and parents that empower them to believe in their ability to be great. Looking forward to supporting the school’s mission and vision by contributing ideas, energy, dedication, and focus to help build a thriving, supportive, and innovative community. Well-qualified professional bringing many years of progressive experience in education. Service-oriented and relationship-driven with good administrative and customer service skills. Seek long-term position with room for growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Director
EAD Education & Literacy Foundation
Clinton, MD
03.2024 - Current
- Provided professional development opportunities to teachers and staff members.
- Analyzed data from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement within the district.
- Maintained open lines of communication between families and educators regarding student achievement.
- Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, training, and evaluation of teaching personnel.
- Prepared and submitted budget requests or grant proposals to solicit program funding.
- Created cross-functional information exchange plans to connect subject matter experts with one another.
- Collaborated with community organizations on grant proposals for educational resources.
- Created and maintained budgeting plans for educational programs and activities.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Monitored state standards and regulations related to education quality assurance.
- Facilitated both in-person and virtual training courses to provide valuable training for new and current staff.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
NEDP Advisor/Assessor
Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School
Washington, DC
08.2019 - Current
- Manage the daytime program for all learners in my program and help navigate learners from the entrance of the program to graduation
- Collaborate with teachers, other NEDP Team Members and help students effectively complete the program to obtain a high school diploma
- Evaluate essays, math tests, portfolios, and assessment items
- Provide academic support for students to help them enter the Assessment Phase of NEDP
- Provide Information Sessions to help students decide their high school pathway
- Present the program to community and educational stakeholders to gain financial support from contributors
Classroom Teacher
Cedar Tree Academy
Washington, DC
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Managed the daily routines, activities, and events of a classroom with approximately 23 students
- Worked with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate the progress, and growth of learners
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and administration
- Created positive partnerships with parents, students, colleagues, and administration to help the success of our programming
- Maintain innovative and hands-on lesson plans and activities to spark a love for learning
Administrative Assistant
Covenant House
Washington, DC
05.2013 - 11.2015
- Managed and developed the structure of the Crisis Center in a homeless shelter for youth from the ages of 18-21
- The development of the structure included created the intake procedures, created the curriculum for group sessions and developed other services provided in the center
- Problem solving and conflict resolution also, management of the center were essential tasks
- Budgeting, submitting invoices, and purchasing for the center were monthly ongoing tasks as well
Career Education Teacher
The Foundation School
Largo, MD
07.2012 - 02.2013
- Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstrations and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate
- Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations
- Developed appropriate career and transition goals for each student’s IEP according to IDEA compliance requirements
- Planned and coordinated career awareness activities throughout the school year with the Education Director
- Instructed students in the knowledge and skills required in a specific occupation or field using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and research projects
Transition Coordinator
The Ridge School of Anne Arundel County
Crownsville, MD
11.2007 - 04.2012
- Assisted students with job searching and coordinated volunteer opportunities, job placement
- Served as the school PBIS Leader
- Coordinated special events and exploration opportunities
- Planned and developed instructional methods and content for educational, vocational, or student activity programs and supervised summer programming
Education
Master of Arts Degree - Adult Education
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC05-2026
Bachelors of Arts Degree - English/Education
Howard University
Washington, DC05.1999
Skills
- Teaching, training, and professional presenter
- Developing Positive Relationships
- Event Planning
- Leadership
- Team Building
- Technologically proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Implementation of the PBIS Behavior Management Program as a school leader
- Strategic Planning and Problem-Solving
- Student retention
- Community outreach
- Distance learning
Timeline
Education Director
EAD Education & Literacy Foundation
03.2024 - Current
NEDP Advisor/Assessor
Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School
08.2019 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Cedar Tree Academy
09.2016 - 08.2019
Administrative Assistant
Covenant House
05.2013 - 11.2015
Career Education Teacher
The Foundation School
07.2012 - 02.2013
Transition Coordinator
The Ridge School of Anne Arundel County
11.2007 - 04.2012
Master of Arts Degree - Adult Education
University of The District of Columbia
Bachelors of Arts Degree - English/Education
Howard University
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