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Jennifer Roderick

Pocatello,ID

Summary

Dedicated educator with 4 years of experience in Expeditionary Learning. Committed to fostering a love for learning and curiosity in young students through hands-on, inquiry-based experiences. Experienced in creating interdisciplinary projects that combine academic content, character development, and environmental stewardship. Skilled in building strong student relationships and forging partnerships with families and the community.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher

Pocatello Community Charter School
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated closely with the mentor teacher to plan and implement 30+ expeditionary learning lessons that engaged students and improved achievement, critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as positive reinforcement, student-centered activities, and collaborative learning that promoted a positive learning environment
  • Developed adaptable teaching methods based on feedback from other educators that increased student engagement, improved the learning environment, and fostered a growth mindset.

Educational Assistant

Pocatello Community Charter School
10.2020 - 02.2024
  • Provided one-on-one and small group differentiated instruction to ensure all students had equitable learning opportunities
  • Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills in grading, record-keeping, and maintaining comprehensive student records
  • Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to effectively implement 15 Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs), ensuring the inclusion of Response to Intervention (RTI) tracking and progress monitoring.

Education

Master of Arts in Elementary Education K-8 -

Western Governors University (WGU)
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2024

Bachelor of Arts in General Education -

Idaho State University (ISU)
Pocatello, ID
05.2020

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Student Engagement
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Expeditionary Learning
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Reflective Practitioner

Certification

Idaho Department of Education- Elementary Education, K-8, 07/2024

Accomplishments

  • WGU Teacher’s College Disposition Award - 02/2022
  • Graduated Summa cum Laude (ISU) - 05/2020
  • Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon and Army Achievement Medal

Other Experience

 Dispatcher  June 2016 - March 2020 – Roto-Rooter| Pocatello, ID   

  • Demonstrated quick thinking and decisive action in high-pressure situations, enabling efficient analysis, decision-making, and communication


 Office Manager September 2010–May 2016  Disability Services, ISU| Pocatello, ID

  • Fostered positive and productive relationships with a diverse student body, resulting in improved collaboration and teamwork within the university

Timeline

Student Teacher

Pocatello Community Charter School
02.2024 - 05.2024

Educational Assistant

Pocatello Community Charter School
10.2020 - 02.2024

Master of Arts in Elementary Education K-8 -

Western Governors University (WGU)

Bachelor of Arts in General Education -

Idaho State University (ISU)

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