Jennifer R Grimley
Covington,LA
Summary
Academic leader with a background in curriculum development, faculty coaching, and job-embedded professional development. Leads instructional programs, uses student data to guide decisions, and supports accreditation, dual enrollment, and AP initiatives while building strong teams and improving academic operations.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Academics, Administrator, Science Teacher
St. Scholastica Academy
Covington, LA
08.2004 - Current
- Oversaw academic and instructional programs, led and evaluated faculty and the Academic Council of department chairs, served on continuous improvement teams, led re-accreditation and certification processes, implemented new programs and initiatives, developed and delivered job-embedded professional development, mentored and coached new and veteran faculty members, created academic schedules, analyzed student performance data to inform decision-making, coordinated Dual Enrollment (DE) programs, standardized and Advanced Placement testing, managed Title II and other federal and state funding, led grant writing efforts, and served on admissions committee for new and incoming students.
- Taught Introduction to STEM, Environmental Science, Physics, Chemistry, Introduction to Algebra, and Biology AP, fostering student interest in science and mathematics through innovative instructional strategies.
- Taught Anatomy & Physiology Honors and Introduction to Engineering (DE LSU), focusing on engaging students in advanced scientific concepts and engineering principles.
Science Department Chairperson, Science Teacher
Pope John Paul II High School
Slidell, LA
08.2000 - 05.2004
- Led science department as chairperson, collaborating with the Standards-Based Education K12 steering committee for Archdiocese of New Orleans to enhance curriculum standards.
- Led departmental curriculum planning for Pope John Paul II High School faculty.
- Coordinated teacher schedules, meetings, and academic planning across department teams.
- Supervised lesson alignment with diocesan and school curriculum standards.
Science Teacher
St. Marys Dominican High School
New Orleans, LA
01.2000 - 05.2000
- Provided comprehensive instruction in Biology, Biology II, Environmental Science, and Anatomy & Physiology to maintain curriculum continuity during teacher's medical leave.
- Developed science curriculum aligned with St. Marys Dominican High School standards.
- Taught biology, chemistry, and physics lessons to diverse student groups.
- Planned laboratory experiments with clear safety procedures and materials.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of New Orleans
12-2011
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Science Education
University of New Orleans
12-1999
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Grant management
- Data analysis skills
- Statistical and technical expertise
- Managerial and leadership skills
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills
- Problem-solving and change management
- Database and software proficiency
- Flexible, adaptable, timely, and dependable with a strong work ethic and intellectual confidence and curiosity
Personal Information
Title: Academic Leader, Curriculum Coordinator, Instructional Coach, Instructor
Certification
Certified in Biology and General Science, Non-public B
Awards
U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School Award, 2021: Initiated and led the application process for the National Blue Ribbon Award; 1 of 23 private schools in the nation to earn this award for exemplary, high performance., Pope John Paul II Teacher of the Year, 20012002: Earned teacher of the year award for exceptional teaching and mentoring., Standards-Based Education, Teacher Leader, 20012005: Served as a positive change agent for the Archdiocese of New Orleans during adoption and implementation of standards-based education.
Affiliations
- The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ACSD)
- National and Louisiana Science Teachers Associations (NSTA, LSTA)
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
- National Catholic Education Association (NCEA)
- Staff Development for Educators (SDE)
- NSDC/Learning Forward Academy Graduate, 2008, Professional Learning, Mentor and Coach
- School Leadership Center, Fellow, 2009, Educational Leadership
- Black Belt Certification in CCSS, 2011, Change Agent Common Core State Standards
- Notre Dame Seminary, McGrath Institute, 2018, Faith and Science
- Harvard Graduate School of Education, 2020, Navigating Crisis and Change
Timeline
Dean of Academics, Administrator, Science Teacher
St. Scholastica Academy
08.2004 - Current
Science Department Chairperson, Science Teacher
Pope John Paul II High School
08.2000 - 05.2004
Science Teacher
St. Marys Dominican High School
01.2000 - 05.2000
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of New Orleans
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Science Education
University of New Orleans