Jennifer Konschak
Summary
Experienced education professional with a strong background in curriculum development, instructional strategies, and program evaluation. Known for collaborative teamwork, achieving results, and adapting to evolving needs. Skilled in pedagogical strategy, educational technology, analytical thinking, effective communication, and innovative problem-solving.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-12 INTERVENTION LEADER
Upper Moreland School District
07.2021 - Current
- Classroom Observation/Instructional Strategies
- Data Analysis
- Professional development to support interventions
- Math and Reading curriculum development, Intervention Program Evaluation
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
READING SPECIALIST 6-8
Upper Moreland Middle School, Upper Moreland School District
07.2019 - Current
- Acadience Reading Mentor
- Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Systems, Read 180/System 44, Leveled Literacy, Wilson Language
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to improve the quality of student outcomes
- Coordinated school-wide curriculum that integrated teaching and reinforcement of reading and writing strategies across the curriculum; provided support for teachers in the implementation of these strategies
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading interventions.
- Implemented research-based instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Served as a resource for educators by providing professional development workshops on best practices in literacy instruction.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to optimize growth.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
- Mentored new teachers in literacy instruction methodologies, sharing expertise and best practices for successful outcomes.
- Assisted in the selection and adoption of appropriate curriculum materials aligned with state standards and district goals.
READING SPECIALIST K-3
Allen M. Stearne Elementary, The School District of Philadelphia, PA
08.2015 - 07.2019
- AIMS Web Assessments K-3, DRA2 Assessments K-3, Leveled Literacy Fountas and Pinnell, Wilson/Fundations
- Lead Professional Development on DRA2/Aims Web for other schools within the district
- Designed and lead a Readers Theatre for The School Districts First Literacy Festival
- Coordinated and hosted Scholastic Book Fair
- Collected, analyzed, and prepared data to share with teachers, Lead in-house team meetings for progress monitoring, gathering data, and monitoring progress, Designed interventions based on child's needs, and supported teachers in the implementation of those interventions, including technology.
READING SPECIALIST 5-8TH
Hope Partnership for Education, Philadelphia, PA
08.2013 - 08.2015
ENRICHMENT PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Hope Partnership for Education, Philadelphia, PA
08.2013 - 08.2014
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Easter Seals, Levittown, PA
06.2013 - 08.2013
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Administration: Supervisory Curriculum and Instruction
Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley, PA12.2021
M.Ed. - Reading Specialist
Holy Family University
Philadelphia, PA12.2012
BS - Elementary Education
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2009
Skills
- Acadience Reading Mentor
- LinkIt Benchmark System
- Classroom Diagnostic Tools (CDT Assessment)
- RTII Documentation/RTII Team Member
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Progress monitoring
- Intervention strategies
- Standards Alignment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Individualized support
- Curriculum Mapping
- Instructional coaching
Certification
- Supervisor: Curriculum and Instruction 2023
- Reading Specialist (K-12) 2012
- Special Education (K-12) 2012
- Elementary Education (K-6) 2009
- Early Childhood Education (N-3) 2009
- Additional Certifications: Wilson Level 1 Certification June 2018
Awards
Outstanding Teacher of the Year June 2015, W. Curtis Thomas House of Representatives
Affiliations
- International Reading Association
- Wilson Academy
Timeline
K-12 INTERVENTION LEADER
Upper Moreland School District
07.2021 - Current
READING SPECIALIST 6-8
Upper Moreland Middle School, Upper Moreland School District
07.2019 - Current
READING SPECIALIST K-3
Allen M. Stearne Elementary, The School District of Philadelphia, PA
08.2015 - 07.2019
READING SPECIALIST 5-8TH
Hope Partnership for Education, Philadelphia, PA
08.2013 - 08.2015
ENRICHMENT PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Hope Partnership for Education, Philadelphia, PA
08.2013 - 08.2014
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Easter Seals, Levittown, PA
06.2013 - 08.2013
M.Ed. - Reading Specialist
Holy Family University
BS - Elementary Education
Temple University
M.Ed. - Educational Administration: Supervisory Curriculum and Instruction
Gwynedd Mercy University
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