Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Activities and Honors
References
Timeline
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Jennifer Welker

St. Louis,Missouri

Summary

Educational professional prepared for leadership roles in academic settings. Demonstrated ability to implement programs that enhance student learning and faculty development. Focused on collaborative teamwork and achieving educational goals. Reliable and adaptable, with strong leadership and organizational skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fifth Grade Teacher

Hillsboro Intermediate School
06.2014 - Current
  • Math Department Chair 2015-2018
  • Science Department Chair 2018-2024
  • Virtual teacher for grade level 2020-2021
  • Selected and piloted new curriculum for grade level
  • Created and communicated curriculum pacing and common assessments
  • Plan and create all lessons correlating with district curriculum and state standards
  • Serve on district committees (Technology, Calendar, District Farm Usage)

5th Grade Level Chair

Hillsboro Intermediate School
05.2024 - Current
  • Provide organizational leadership and support to all teachers within my grade level
  • Coordinate the grade-level team’s meetings, organizational practices, parent communication, and grade-wide activities
  • Serve as a liaison between a school’s leadership team and teachers in my grade level

Aquatics Managerial Supervisor and Lifeguard Instructor

Six Flags Saint Louis
01.2006 - Current
  • Refine training procedures and oversee / model training of all new and returning lifeguards
  • Supervise, coach, and evaluate all seasonal employees
  • Adjust staffing according to daily needs to ensure efficient functioning of the park
  • Resolve all employee and guest issues

Junior Varsity Cheer Coach

Hillsboro Senior High School
01.2019 - 05.2024
  • Supervise and manage a various level cheer squad
  • Organize and plan cheer practice and game schedule
  • Critique and provide structured feedback for improvement

Musical Choreographer

Hancock Place High School
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Design and choreograph various levels of movement and dance
  • Conduct and lead dance workshops for all students
  • Critique and provide structured feedback for improvement

Education

Specialist in Educational Leadership - Initial Professional Certification in Administration

Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO
12.2020

Master of Arts - 1-6 Elementary Education Certification

Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
12.2012

Bachelor of Arts -

Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
12.2011

Associate of Arts -

Jefferson College
Hillsboro, MO
05.2009

Skills

  • Staff management
  • Instructional leadership
  • Student engagement

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Safety and security procedures
  • Relationship building

Certification

  • Initial Administrator Certificate - School Leader K-12
  • Career Continuous Professional Certification - Elementary Education 1-6

Activities and Honors

Aspiring Leaders Cohort, EdPlus, 2024-Present

Alpha Gamma Delta, International Social Fraternity, Scholarship Advisor, 2014-2020

  • Assist the Vice President of Scholarship and Social Coordinator
  • Create and coordinate individualized study plans for members
  • Organize and direct scholastic banquets and social events
  • Attend professional development conferences and implement new programs

Missouri State Teachers Association, 2014 - Present

Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in Education 2011-2012

Phi Theta Kappa, Honor Society 2008-2009

References

  • Leslie Marchetti, Building Principal, Hillsboro Intermediate

     (314) 623-1183

  • Scott Readnour, Retired Building Principal, Hillsboro Intermediate

      (314) 807-2443

  • Berry Ijames, Asst. Principal, Hillsboro Intermediate

      (314) 808-3824

  • Danny Snider, Six Flags St. Louis Park General Manager

      (314) 484-5224

  • Dr. Clint Freeman, Superintendent, Dunklin R-5 School District

      (636) 479-5200

Timeline

5th Grade Level Chair

Hillsboro Intermediate School
05.2024 - Current

Junior Varsity Cheer Coach

Hillsboro Senior High School
01.2019 - 05.2024

Musical Choreographer

Hancock Place High School
01.2016 - 01.2020

Fifth Grade Teacher

Hillsboro Intermediate School
06.2014 - Current

Aquatics Managerial Supervisor and Lifeguard Instructor

Six Flags Saint Louis
01.2006 - Current

Master of Arts - 1-6 Elementary Education Certification

Truman State University

Bachelor of Arts -

Truman State University

Associate of Arts -

Jefferson College

Specialist in Educational Leadership - Initial Professional Certification in Administration

Northwest Missouri State University
Jennifer Welker