Jennifer Watkins
Lenexa
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong focus on lesson planning, classroom management, and fostering a positive learning environment. Committed to supporting student growth through collaboration and data-driven decision-making, while helping to promote a positive school culture.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Roesland Elementary
Roeland Park
08.2022 - Current
- Developed lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Created a positive classroom environment that fostered active student participation and collaboration.
- Collaborated with parents to support student academic and social growth.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress and understanding.
- Organized classroom resources to support effective teaching and optimize student learning outcomes.
- Established effective communication with colleagues across grade levels to develop a cohesive school culture.
Innovation Specialist
Broken Arrow
Shawnee
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Coordinated master instructional schedule and educational aide positions to optimize resource allocation.
- Collaborated with students and teachers in grades K-6 to design and implement engaging learning experiences.
- Planned lessons for PBL, enrichment, and interventions across all grades
- Facilitated data reviews and instructional groupings to tailor instructional strategies for diverse learner needs.
1st Grade Teacher
Moonlight Elementary
Gardner
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Completed all necessary tasks and commitments for a classroom teacher
- Supported student council activities
- Helped plan and implement school-wide initiatives and events
3rd Grade Teacher
Moonlight Elementary
Gardner
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Coordinated daily classroom activities to foster student engagement and promote active learning.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage student participation and collaboration.
- Implemented assessments to track student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KS05-2010
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Student assessments
- Instructional strategies
- Curriculum development
- Educational leadership
Accomplishments
- 2026 Building Level Teacher of the Year- Roesland Elementary- Shawnee Mission USD #512
- 2026 Moral Support/Positive Personality (Voted on by Colleagues) - Roesland Elementary
- 2016 District Teacher of the Year- Gardner-Edgerton USD#231
- 2011 Horizon Award Winner- Moonlight Elementary- Gardner- Edgerton USD #231
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Roesland Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Innovation Specialist
Broken Arrow
08.2018 - 05.2022
1st Grade Teacher
Moonlight Elementary
08.2014 - 05.2018
3rd Grade Teacher
Moonlight Elementary
08.2011 - 05.2014
Master of Science - Education Administration
Emporia State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Washburn University of Topeka