Jennifer Minier
Belleville,MI
Summary
Skilled Elementary Teacher with a background in improving student performance. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and administrators alike to teach and motivate students.
Enthusiastic teacher with a knack for making learning exciting and enjoyable. Motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Detroit Public School Community District
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Teacher
Dearborn Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.2021
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
- Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities using Eureka Math curriculum.
- Created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment for students each year.
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
- Green Schools coordinator
- Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.
- Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
- Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Education
GED -
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI1993
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated
- Creative learning strategies
- Varied lesson plans
- Expertise in outdoor education
- Inquiry-based learning
- Classroom discipline
- Positive learning environment
- Special needs students
- Whole Group and Small Group Instruction
- Teaching/tutoring
- Student engagement
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Strong collaborator
- Student-centered learning
- DRA/Progress Monitoring trained
- PBIS trained
- ELL trained
- Orton Gillingham trained
- utilize i-Ready diagnostics
- Creative lesson planning
- Scaffolding questions to higher levels
- Instructional best practices
- Diverse classroom setting
- Calm Classroom trained
After 30 years, education is ever changing and I am always looking for a new opportunity to learn and share what knowledge I've obtained over the years I pride myself in being a flexible and resourceful staff member Teaching is a team effort - parents, students, teachers, and staff I am a positive addition to any team I believe all children can learn and strive to be the teacher that motivates them to succeed
Other Relevant Employment
Have been an employee for 20 years with Huron-Clinton Metroparks, specifically Oakwoods Nature Center. There I have been teaching Outdoor Education as well has Michigan History to all age groups. I have a regular group of preschoolers (Tadpoles) that I teach on a monthly basis. Scout groups, school groups K-12 and adults participate in programs that I not only develop but also teach. Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) trained as of 2023.
Have been tutoring for 30 years K-12 in all subject areas. By tutoring, I am able to maintain awareness of subject matter in each grade level.
Timeline
Teacher
Detroit Public School Community District
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Dearborn Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.2021
GED -
Eastern Michigan University