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RECOGNITION & EXTRACURRICULAR
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Jennifer Lawrence

Summary

Industrious educator with a solid history in collaborative learning environments that encourage student growth, motivation, persistence, self-assurance, and achievement. Skilled in adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adult Education Teacher

Turlock Unified School District
01.2017 - Current
  • Instructed GED and HiSet -all subjects; High School Diploma-Earth Science; Soft Skills for Healthcare (CTE); ESL/ELD (Intermediate and Advanced Healthcare Pathways)
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education and adult learners
  • Participated in PLC and Leadership and All staff meetings to provide input to colleagues.
  • Adapted teaching methods, strategies, and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Improved student engagement, motivation and test scores
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.

+TUSD Substitute teacher 2009-present

+TUSD Paraprofessional- Severe/Special Ed 2011-2014

Temporary 7th Grade Math/Science Teacher

Delhi Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
  • Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.

5th Grade Teacher

Ceres Unified School District
08.2014 - 06.2015
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom.

Legal Clerk III & Child Support Officer II

Stanislaus County
10.1998 - 09.2007
  • Drafted and proofread legal documents, contributing to high-quality work product and timely submissions.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive client information, fostering trust among colleagues and clients.

Child Support Officer II

Stanislaus County
01.1998 - 01.2007

Education

Professional/Graduate Degree - Single Subject Teaching Credential

University of Phoenix

Professional/Graduate Degree - Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

California State University Stanislaus

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, English/Language Arts

California State University Stanislaus

Paralegal Certificate - undefined

California State University Stanislaus
05.1997

Skills

  • Soft Skills: Created a state approved Soft Skills Curriculum for a career technical education course
  • Hard Skills: Microsoft Office including Teams, Zoom, Adobe, Google applications including Classroom, Canva, Burlington English, Cambridge Ventures, McGraw Hill Inspire Science, CalPro, ASAP Connected, Aeries, Aesop, and TOPSpro Enterprise/CASAS

RECOGNITION & EXTRACURRICULAR

Extra Curricular: Leadership Team 2018- present

WASC Team 2019- present

After School Detention/Advisor 2015-2016


  • Teacher of the Year 2023 TUSD-TAS
  • Teacher of the Year 2019 TUSD-TAS
  • Modesto and Turlock Rotary Club Teacher of the Year Nominee 2022-2023
  • Character Counts: Positivity Award 2024-2025
  • Character Counts: Focus Award 2022-2023
  • Character Counts: Kindness Award 2021-2022
  • Character Counts: Empathy Award 2020-2021
  • Character Counts: Honesty Award 2018-2019
  • Character Recognition Exemplifying Employee 2022-2023 TUSD
  • Character Recognition Exemplifying Employee 2020-2021 TUSD

Certification

Paralegal Certification

CalPro PLC Institute Completion May 2022

Timeline

Adult Education Teacher

Turlock Unified School District
01.2017 - Current

Temporary 7th Grade Math/Science Teacher

Delhi Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2016

5th Grade Teacher

Ceres Unified School District
08.2014 - 06.2015

Legal Clerk III & Child Support Officer II

Stanislaus County
10.1998 - 09.2007

Child Support Officer II

Stanislaus County
01.1998 - 01.2007

Paralegal Certificate - undefined

California State University Stanislaus

Professional/Graduate Degree - Single Subject Teaching Credential

University of Phoenix

Professional/Graduate Degree - Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

California State University Stanislaus

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, English/Language Arts

California State University Stanislaus
Jennifer Lawrence