Jennifer Williams
Farmington
Summary
Passionate community member seeking position as a liaison for baby & You and Davis County Schools. Educator with experience at the Community College of Aurora, specializing in curriculum development and instruction. Proven ability to identify needs and implement plans to address them. Skilled in Spanish and committed to fostering personal and academic growth, enhancing student achievement through innovative teaching strategies and community resource networking. Mother of five, with a passion for helping women and families with young children thrive.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Community College of Aurora
Aurora
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Developed and taught reading and writing courses for college-level and non-traditional students.
- Created tailored instructional materials to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Planned and executed interactive classroom discussions to enhance overall learning experience.
- Organized workshops focusing on study skills and school/life balance for student health and well-being.
- Utilized modern technology during lectures to improve comprehension.
- Collaborated with faculty members to optimize curriculum effectiveness.
- Provided constructive feedback aimed at fostering academic growth.
- Identified community resources to assist students in achieving educational goals.
Tutor
Private Tutor
Aurora
01.2009 - 01.2012
- English, writing, ACT/PREP, and Spanish tutor
- Collaborated with guidance counselors at local high schools to provide one-on-one tutoring to students needing additional support in their course work.
- Initiated goal setting and planning activities to aid student achievement
6th grade teacher (emphasis Language Arts)
Granite School District
Salt Lake City
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Focused instruction on content area literacy and basic writing skills.
- Planned for student learning and instruction at a Title I school.
- Supported student learning through writing IEPs, designing criterion-based assessments, and implementing small-group instruction.
- Recruited students for district college-prep program for low-income, minority students.
- Created an environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Engaged parents in their child's education by encouraging them to attend parent-teacher conferences and other school events.
- Supported English language learners by providing additional instruction outside of regular classes.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress.
Writing/Editorial Intern
Ensign Magazine
Salt Lake City
08.2007 - 01.2008
- Screened incoming submissions for publication
- Organized editorial meetings to discuss content strategy and upcoming themes.
- Researched and compiled content for monthly publication issues.
- Worked with authors to improve writing for publication
- Performed copy-editing of magazine drafts in the final editorial stages
- Developed story ideas for upcoming publications or special projects.
Beginning Spanish Instructor
Brigham Young University
Provo
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Developed syllabus, course objectives, assignments, and assessments for beginning Spanish course.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension of Spanish language.
- Conducted office hours and provided one-on-one tutoring for students needing additional support.
- Instructed beginning Spanish course, enhancing students' foundational language skills.
Freshman Writing Instructor
Brigham Young University
Provo
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Instructed students in composition and foundational writing skills for successful university coursework.
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions to support writing assignments across various subjects.
- Conducted research on publication opportunities to assist students in showcasing their work.
Education
M Ed - Master of education with an emphasis in learning and instruction
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - English, Minor: Spanish
Brigham Young University
Provo, UtahSkills
- Educational mentoring and advising
- Community resource networking
- Effective communication
- Individualized instruction
- Student engagement strategies
- Curriculum development
- Spanish proficiency
- Writing skills
Certification
Utah State Teacher Certification Grades 1-8, Level I license
Languages
Spanish, Fluent in Conversational Spanish
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Community College of Aurora
01.2012 - 01.2013
Tutor
Private Tutor
01.2009 - 01.2012
6th grade teacher (emphasis Language Arts)
Granite School District
01.2008 - 01.2009
Writing/Editorial Intern
Ensign Magazine
08.2007 - 01.2008
Beginning Spanish Instructor
Brigham Young University
01.2006 - 01.2007
Freshman Writing Instructor
Brigham Young University
01.2004 - 01.2005
M Ed - Master of education with an emphasis in learning and instruction
University of Missouri-Columbia
Bachelor of Arts - English, Minor: Spanish
Brigham Young University
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