Professional educator with over two decades of experience in instructional leadership and teacher coaching; recognized with the Excellence in Education - Early Literacy Award for outstanding contributions to literacy development. Achievements include doubling proficiency on standardized tests within two years and achieving student passing rates over 20% higher than the state average through strategic interventions. Developed weekly PLCs for over 20 educators that fostered collaborative learning environments and drove significant academic growth across all grades.
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Jennifer Joslin
Muncie,IN
Summary
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Muncie Community Schools
Master Teacher / Instructional Coach
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Designed and executed weekly professional development sessions for 20+ educators, focusing on the effective use of student data to guide instructional practices in math and reading, fostering academic growth across all grades
- Delivered organization-wide professional learning experiences to over 100 educators covering the use of student data to achieve academic growth and instructional practices in math and reading to maximize engagement and growth
- Coached teachers in research-based best practices in instruction that resulted in doubling of passing scores in state standardized testing in 3rd-5th grade
- Achieved the highest literacy skill growth rate of all K-2 classrooms among 5 elementary schools
- Developed targeted instructional strategies based on classroom observations that resulted in a measurable increase of over 120% growth in literacy skills for students utilizing the Amplify CKLA program within one academic year
- Prepared actionable feedback to teachers to grow instructional practices after training, observation and co-teaching that increased teacher rating by 1 category or more
- Created and implemented targeted plans to improve the implementation of Amplify CKLA based on observation of teacher instruction, student data, and follow-up conversations
Delaware Community Schools
5th Grade Teacher
08.2014 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Achieved student passing rates 20% + higher than annual state average
- Led three professional development training sessions for integrating technology into classroom instruction and delivering virtual instruction
- Presented virtual and in-person instruction to large groups, small groups, and in a 1:1 setting
- Spearheaded, planned, and completed large-scale projects that involved stakeholders in different areas
- Rated highly effective each year in annual evaluations with a 3.6 or higher on a 4-point scale
Muncie Community Schools
Data Coach and Math Interventionist
08.2012 - 06.2014
Job overview
- Analyzed school-wide mathematics data for 650+ students and designed interventions to close achievement gaps, and improve student test results
- Partnered with teachers and led teams in the creation and implementation of strategic intervention plans
- Developed new intervention math programs for low-performing students to meet student learning goals and reach skill mastery of 75%
- Trained staff of 40+ educators on the use of a learning management system and performed technical troubleshooting when issues arose
Muncie Community Schools
6th-8th Grade Reading and Math Teacher/ Team Lead
08.2001 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicated clear expectations to students
- Met with stakeholders to discuss students’ progress and dedicated personal time and resources to 180+ hours of professional development to deepen instructional strengths
- Managed a 6-member team to build cross-curricular instruction and provide an engaging learning environment to increase student success
Education
Indiana Dpt. of Education And Marian UniversityIndianapolis, IN
Professional Training (2 Year Commitment) from Science of Reading
University Overview
Keys To Literacy
Professional Development from 80 Hours of Training in Then Science of Reading
University Overview
National Institute For Excellence in Teaching
Professional Training- Yearly Renewal from Certified Teacher Observation And Evaluation
University Overview
Ball State UniversityMuncie, IN
Bachelor of Science from Education
University Overview
Relevant Coursework: Kindergarten Endorsement
Skills
Collaborative learning
Curriculum Alignment
Curriculum Implementation
Literacy Development
Data-Driven Instruction
Excellent Communication
Teacher Training
Educational Technology
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Timeline
Master Teacher / Instructional Coach
Muncie Community Schools
08.2022 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
Delaware Community Schools
08.2014 - 06.2022
Data Coach and Math Interventionist
Muncie Community Schools
08.2012 - 06.2014
6th-8th Grade Reading and Math Teacher/ Team Lead
Muncie Community Schools
08.2001 - 06.2012
Indiana Dpt. of Education And Marian University
Professional Training (2 Year Commitment) from Science of Reading
Keys To Literacy
Professional Development from 80 Hours of Training in Then Science of Reading
National Institute For Excellence in Teaching
Professional Training- Yearly Renewal from Certified Teacher Observation And Evaluation
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science from Education
Awards
Awards
09/2024 - Indiana Department of Education Excellence in Education - Early Literacy Award
Professional Skills
Professional Skills
Proficient in:
Video Conferencing Programs: Google Meet, Zoom, Google Teams
Google Suit : Slides, Docs, Forms, and Sheets
Design Platform: Canva
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