Jennifer Malefsky
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Innovative teacher bringing 18-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher of STEM K-3
Harrison Board Of Education
09.2019 - 03.2023
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Served on school committee for STEM curriculum development.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Communicated with over 400 students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
K-3 Gifted and Talented Teacher
Harrison Board Of Education
09.2016 - 03.2023
- Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Kindergarten Teacher
Harrison Board Of Education
09.2010 - 06.2019
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
First Grade Teacher
Harrison Board Of Education
08.2004 - 06.2010
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Technology
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN07.2017
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Psychology
Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ05.2004
Skills
- Learning Strategies
- Self-Contained Classrooms
- Enrichment Programs
- Instruction and Leadership
- Core Curriculum Development
- STEM Project-Based Learning (PBL)
- Course Materials Development
- Instructional Methods
- Diverse Student Populations
Certification
Supervisor's Certification
Digital Learning Certification
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Teacher of STEM K-3
Harrison Board Of Education
09.2019 - 03.2023
K-3 Gifted and Talented Teacher
Harrison Board Of Education
09.2016 - 03.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Harrison Board Of Education
09.2010 - 06.2019
First Grade Teacher
Harrison Board Of Education
08.2004 - 06.2010
Master of Science - Educational Technology
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Caldwell University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Psychology
Caldwell University
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