Jennifer L. Hegner
Manitowoc
Summary
Professional educator equipped to foster positive learning environment and drive student success. Proven track record in implementing engaging lesson plans, utilizing effective classroom management strategies, and adapting to diverse learning needs. Strong collaborator focused on teamwork to achieve educational goals, with excellent communication and organizational skills. Reliable and adaptable, ready to contribute to dynamic educational team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade 5 Teacher
Riverview Learning Community
Manitowoc, WI
01.2024 - Current
- Teach all core subject areas (ELA, math, science, and social studies) in a self-contained homeroom model
- Foster a strong classroom community focused on collaboration, respect, and student engagement
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic needs and learning styles
- Integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) and community-building routines into daily instruction
- Use data-driven practices to guide instruction and support student growth
- Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum and share best practices
Grade 8 Teacher
L.B. Clarke Middle School
Two Rivers, WI
01.2015 - 01.2024
- Taught integrated ELA/Social Studies, Earth Science, and Pre-Algebra in a team-based model
- Designed interdisciplinary curriculum connecting literacy and content areas
- Piloted district curriculum programs including Wit & Wisdom, Into Math, and Illustrative Mathematics
- Developed science scope and sequence and contributed to curriculum alignment efforts
- Fostered student growth through literature circles, inquiry-based learning, and targeted support
- Provided after-school tutoring and academic support for struggling learners
- Led advisory focused on SEL, mindfulness, and building positive school culture
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Silver Lake College
Manitowoc, WI05-2012
Skills
- Elementary Homeroom Instruction (All Content Areas)
- Classroom Community & Relationship Building
- Social-Emotional Learning Integration
- Differentiation & Intervention Strategies
- Literacy Instruction & Cross-Curricular Connections
- Positive Behavior Supports & Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
Certification
- Wisconsin Elementary Education License (MC-EA, 72–777)
- Broadfield Social Studies (734)
- Adaptive Education (859)
- Reading Teacher License (316)
Timeline
Grade 5 Teacher
Riverview Learning Community
01.2024 - Current
Grade 8 Teacher
L.B. Clarke Middle School
01.2015 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Silver Lake College
Professional Learning Includes
- Lucy Calkins Units of Study (Writing)
- PBIS & SEL Practices
- Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (Ross Greene)
- Gradual Release of Responsibility
- Equity Training & Kids at Hope
- Technology Integration (Google Tools, SimpleK12)
- Coaching through Collaborative Classroom
Leadership & Professional Development
- Grade-Level Team Leader (2018–2024)
- Guiding Coalition Team (2017–2024)
- PBIS & Behavior Team (2017–2020)
- Building teams – Character Strong SEL Team and Culture & Collaboration Team