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Jennifer Susa

Elementary School Teacher
St. Louis,MO

Summary

Am a knowledgeable educator with demonstrated success in helping all students excel. Plans lessons, leads activities and conducts assessments. Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Energetic and motivated with knowledge in various subjects. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Robotics Coach

Confluence Academy
St. Louis, MO
10.2022 - Current

Worked well in team settings, providing support and guidance.

  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Improved team efficiency with streamlined processes for robot design, construction, programming, and testing phases
  • Collaborated with other faculty members to integrate robotics concepts within STEM curriculum across multiple disciplines, fostering interdisciplinary approach to learning
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing effective training programs for new robotics team members

4th Grade Summer School Teacher

Confluence Academy
St. Louis , MO
06.2013 - Current
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Graded examinations and assignments fairly.
  • Provided instructional support in English, mathematics, science, history and reading.
  • Created and implemented curriculum and lesson plans to cover required material.
  • Increased student participation with interactive learning tools and diverse teaching methods
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and innovative teaching techniques
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress

Elementary Teacher- 4th grade

Confluence Academy
St. Louis, MO
01.2013 - Current
  • Teaching Fourth Grade for Confluence Academy
  • Communicate student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Build positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Evaluate individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
  • Incorporate technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
  • Drive student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Prepare materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with educational research and trends in elementary education
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance for success in the classroom
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into lessons

Afterschool Enrichment Tutoring

Confluence Academy
St. Louis, MO
01.2011 - Current
  • Tutoring in afterschool program for Confluence Academy
  • Motivate students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Tutored struggling, average, and advanced students in ELA and Math.
  • Plan lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
  • Provide homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies
  • Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses

4th Grade Reading Curriculum Writing Team

Confluence Academy
St.Louis, MO
06.2014 - 05.2015
  • Writing curriculum for 4th grade reading
  • Collaborated with administrators and other classroom teachers on skills/concepts necessary for students to master to be successful in fourth grade, and to help prepare them for fifth grade.

Elementary Teacher-3rd grade

Confluence Academy
St. Louis, MO
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Teaching Third Grade for Confluence Academy
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques
  • Mentored new teachers within the school district, sharing valuable insights gained from years of experience in the profession
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom
  • Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives to reflect district or school goals, curriculum policies and progress and needs of students

Summer School Teacher – 3rd Grade

Confluence Academy
St. Louis, MO
01.2009 - 06.2012
  • Teaching Third Grade for Confluence Academy during summer school
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies, cultivating an inclusive and respectful learning community
  • Continually revised lesson plans based on student feedback and assessment results, ensuring that content remained relevant, engaging, and aligned with educational standards
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, accommodating diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques
  • Catered to needs of students with learning disabilities by providing extra assistance

Millennial Afterschool Tutoring

Confluence Academy
St. Louis, MO
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Tutoring in afterschool program for Confluence Academy
  • Improved student performance by implementing personalized tutoring plans tailored to individual needs
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement, fostering a positive learning environment

Summer School Teacher – 2nd Grade

Confluence Academy
St. Louis, MO
06.2008 - 06.2010
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Created and implemented curriculum and lesson plans to cover required material.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.

Elementary Teacher – 2nd Grade

Confluence Academy
St. Louis, MO
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully

Education

Masters in Curriculum And Instruction - Education

Western Governors University
St.Louis
08.2018 - 07.2020

M.Ed. in Literacy with Reading Specialist Emphasis - Education

Concordia University
08.2015 - 12.2017

B.S. in Ed. - Education

University of Missouri
St. Louis, MO
08.2001 - 12.2006

Bachelorette Degree in Elementary Education - Education

UMSL
St.Louis
08.2001 - 12.2006

Skills

Lesson Planning

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Recognitions

  • Teacher of the year, 2017-2018 school year
  • Early Bird Award, Confluence Academy, 2015-2016 school year
  • House that Rocks Award, Confluence Academy, 2015-2016 school year
  • Early Bird Award, Confluence Academy, 2013-2014 school year
  • Early Bird Award, Confluence Academy, 2012-2013 school year
  • House that Rocks Award, Confluence Academy, 2011-2012 school year
  • Staff of the Month Recognition, Confluence Academy, October 2011
  • Staff of the Month Recognition, Confluence Academy, November 2010
  • Most Improved Award, Confluence Academy, 2007-2008 school year

Professional Development

  • TNTP Task Force, 9/28/2023
  • Teacher Advisory Committee, 2021
  • Confluence Mentoring Program 2012-2021
  • Moving Forward Committee, 2014-2016
  • Curriculum Evaluation and Selection Committee, 10/2013
  • Authentic Writing Instruction for the CCSS, 10/11/2013
  • Missouri Early Learning Conference, 11/1/2012
  • SDE National Singapore Math Conference, 7/12/2011
  • Technology Integration, 2/13/2015
  • District In-Service: Small Group Instruction, 10/19/2012
  • District In-Service: Singapore Math, 9/2011

Timeline

Robotics Coach

Confluence Academy
10.2022 - Current

Masters in Curriculum And Instruction - Education

Western Governors University
08.2018 - 07.2020

M.Ed. in Literacy with Reading Specialist Emphasis - Education

Concordia University
08.2015 - 12.2017

4th Grade Reading Curriculum Writing Team

Confluence Academy
06.2014 - 05.2015

4th Grade Summer School Teacher

Confluence Academy
06.2013 - Current

Elementary Teacher- 4th grade

Confluence Academy
01.2013 - Current

Afterschool Enrichment Tutoring

Confluence Academy
01.2011 - Current

Elementary Teacher-3rd grade

Confluence Academy
01.2009 - 01.2013

Summer School Teacher – 3rd Grade

Confluence Academy
01.2009 - 06.2012

Millennial Afterschool Tutoring

Confluence Academy
01.2009 - 01.2011

Summer School Teacher – 2nd Grade

Confluence Academy
06.2008 - 06.2010

Elementary Teacher – 2nd Grade

Confluence Academy
01.2007 - 01.2009

B.S. in Ed. - Education

University of Missouri
08.2001 - 12.2006

Bachelorette Degree in Elementary Education - Education

UMSL
08.2001 - 12.2006

Jennifer SusaElementary School Teacher