Jennifer Palmer
Laguna Beach,CA
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished educator with over 20 years of experience spanning elementary, middle, high school and college levels. Proven and respected history of fostering student success through innovative teaching methods, curriculum development and personalized instruction. Adept at cultivating a warm, innovative and inclusive learning environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Equitas Academy
Los Angeles, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Health and Wellness Practitioner
Momentum Matters
Laguna Beach, CA
03.2022 - Current
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' psychological functioning and developed diagnoses based on findings.
- Provided counseling to individuals, couples, families and groups in order to address a variety of mental health concerns.
- Created educational materials about mental health topics for use in group settings or individual sessions.
- Served as a liaison between community organizations, hospitals and outpatient facilities when referring patients for additional services.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
- Assisted clients in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to change and removing bad habits.
- Facilitated psycho-educational classes designed to help clients manage symptoms associated with various disorders.
Adjunt Professor
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD
07.2013 - 12.2019
- Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
- Engaged in professional development activities such as attending workshops or seminars focused on teaching excellence.
- Maintained schedule of office hours to assist students and offer educational support.
- Integrated multimedia technology in classroom instruction for well-rounded and engaging approach to instruction.
- Fostered classroom environment conducive to learning and building character.
- Coordinated development of effective education programs through successful collaboration with colleagues and administrators.
- Instructed Educational Psychology courses to undergraduate and graduate students.
- Monitored student progress throughout the semester utilizing attendance records, grade reports, and other data sources.
Teacher, Site Coordinator
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Annapolis, MD
05.2006 - 05.2019
- Extensive experience designing engaging and effective curriculum tailored to different educational levels.
- Skilled in implementing brain based student-focused teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Expertise in designing authentic and comprehensive assessment tools to measure student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Specialized experience in cultivating positive and trusting relationships to provide guidance and support to students while contributing to their personal, social and academic growth.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual needs of learners in the classroom.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
Gratz College
Elkins Park, PA08-2009
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Towson University
Baltimore, MD12-2003
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Towson University
Baltimore, MD12-2003
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Educational Leadership
- Communication and Collaboration
- Student-Centered Instruction
- Mentoring and Counseling
Accomplishments
- Paul T. Harris Humanitarian Award
- Teacher of the Year Finalist
- Executive Citation for Community Mentoring Program
Certification
- Maryland State Department of Education Certification; APC II. Grades 1-12.
- California Teaching Credential: Multiple Subject; Single Subject-Social Science
- Certified Mental Health Practioner
- Crisis Counseling Interventionist
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Equitas Academy
08.2023 - Current
Health and Wellness Practitioner
Momentum Matters
03.2022 - Current
Adjunt Professor
Anne Arundel Community College
07.2013 - 12.2019
Teacher, Site Coordinator
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
05.2006 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
Gratz College
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Towson University
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Towson University
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