Jennifer Olden
Cicero,NY
Summary
Passionate educator with a commitment to diversity awareness and student success. Experienced in developing impactful curricula and nurturing student relationships, driving academic growth and readiness for future challenges.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor of Education in Mathematics
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NY
09.2019 - Current
- Developed a targeted curriculum aimed at improving individual student learning outcomes in mathematics.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback to improve academic achievement.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Conducted regular office hours, offering personalized support to students for academic and career guidance.
- Demonstrated multiple instructional techniques to cultivate new educators in the student teaching program.
- Designed and executed lesson plans incorporating specific math examples and innovative teaching methods to promote effective learning.
- Crafted and presented situational exercises aimed at enhancing first-year teachers' readiness for classroom challenges.
Director of Student Activities
Liverpool Central School District
Liverpool, NY
07.2018 - Current
- Facilitated the development and endorsement of extracurricular initiatives aimed at enhancing student participation.
- Collaborated with school staff to organize events promoting student leadership and personal development.
- Managed budgets for student activities, ensuring effective allocation of resources for diverse programs.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to develop initiatives for increased student involvement and satisfaction.
- Facilitated a building-wide club fair to promote student engagement and participation in various clubs.
- Administered extracurricular funds to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with banking procedures.
- Facilitated coordination of annual open advisor positions and student election processes.
- Facilitated collaboration between advisors and local vendors to orchestrate student events and dances.
- Led initiatives with multiple school districts to drive fundraising for local children's hospital. Oversaw annual event that consistently raises over $50,000. Achieved over $10,000 in contributions annually from district efforts.
Math Teacher
Liverpool Central School District
Liverpool, NY
09.2001 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student understanding of complex mathematical concepts.
- Facilitated collaborative learning environments promoting peer interaction and problem-solving skills.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers on curriculum development and classroom management techniques to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student achievement through regular communication and progress updates.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of complex mathematical concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Served as a mentor teacher for new educators, providing guidance and support to help them navigate their first years in the profession successfully.
- Facilitated effective partnerships with special education teachers to optimize student support for IEP goals. Implemented curriculum modifications that fostered inclusive learning environments for students with disabilities.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching And Learning
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VABachelor of Arts - Mathematics Education
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NYSkills
- Online teaching
- Curriculum creation
- Innovative teaching
- Classroom management
- Diversity awareness
- Student mentoring
- Subject matter expertise
- Individualized support
- Mentoring and tutoring
- Teamwork
Affiliations
- NYSUT
- NCTM
Accomplishments
Membership in:
- New York State Association for Women in Administration
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of Education in Mathematics
Le Moyne College
09.2019 - Current
Director of Student Activities
Liverpool Central School District
07.2018 - Current
Math Teacher
Liverpool Central School District
09.2001 - Current
Master of Science - Teaching And Learning
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics Education
Le Moyne College