Jennifer J. Jones
Bonney Lake,WA
Summary
Knowledgeable Language Arts/Reading/Social Studies educator with twenty years of experience providing educational guidance and mentorship to secondary students. Shifts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs. Seamlessly relates to students of diverse cultural backgrounds and tailors teaching methods to suit individual needs. Caring and enthusiastic with demonstrated skills in technology integration as support for student engagement. Candidate equally experienced in hands-on, traditional analog modes of engagement. Eager to parlay teaching expertise to new position utilizing excellent writing skills along with a genuine desire to help educators work smarter.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
6th/7th/8th Grade ELA/Reading Intervention/Social Studies Teacher
Sumner Bonney Lake School District
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Passed West-E 028 Social Studies exam for grades 6-12
- Trained in district led indigenous culture awareness and implemented anti-racism curriculum within American history/ELA
- Trained in anti-racism professional development to better serve ever increasing diverse student population equitably
- Mentored Anime Club for multi-level students
- Collaborated with highly effective ELA PLC members to streamline curriculum and foster student success
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students
- Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations in online/hybrid teaching
- Facilitated collaborative projects that promoted critical thinking and teamwork among students, fostering a positive learning environment.
7th/8th Grade ELA
White River School District-Glacier M.S.
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Student-centered, data-informed focus in highly functioning PLC team
- Implemented Greg Benner Trauma-Sensitive Behavior Support system with PBIS
- Trained in Tier 2 and common core standards centered on learning goals, student motivation, and engaging learning activities.
- Created a classroom portal online and integrated technology into everyday lessons.
- Trained in Dave Stuart Jr. Student Motivation Course Spring 2018
- Utilized a variety of teaching techniques to encourage students' critical thinking and academic vocabulary communication in Socratic Seminar
- Secured $5000 in new funding from private sources through a Donors Choose grant writing
- Curriculum developer for the SEE project and cadre teacher for the University of Washington
- Delivered an exceptional level of attention to students/parents by listening to concerns and answering questions promptly
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Team Leader-7th grade ELA/Reading
Mill Creek Middle School
09.2007 - 06.2014
- Highly Qualified in English and Reading
- Two years of experience teaching Humanities GATE core classes in Tustin Unified School District.
- Fellow of Puget Sound Writing Project
- Collaborated as a Tiered Intervention Cadre member to train and implement the new program over three years
- Teacher of the Year Nominee for 2011-2012 school year
- Coordinated Holocaust survivor talks with my students for several years at Mill Creek Middle School (2008, 2011, 2013)
- One to One tech teacher at one of the first all-inclusive technology middle schools in Washington
- Worked with diverse students to understand their needs and provide excellent differentiation based on individual challenges
- Led team in developing and implementing curriculum enhancements to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
8th Grade ELA Teacher
Tustin Unified School District-Columbus Tustin M.S
09.1998 - 07.2001
- Instructed Honors/GATE and mainstream students in humanities-based core curriculum
- Project-based instruction is emphasized to maximize learning potential.
- AVID trained with Tustin Unified School District
- Collaborated closely with parents and students to achieve the highest growth in reading and writing district-wide, along with fellow ELA department members.
- Organized, managed, and provided support for yearly visits from Holocaust survivors
- Proven successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and work ethic
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, adjusting instructional methods based on results.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking.
- Fostered a collaborative classroom environment promoting critical thinking and effective communication skills.
8th grade ELA and Drama Teacher
Azusa Unified School District-Slauson M.S
10.1995 - 07.1998
- Effectively developed team teaching skills with ELD and mainstream students.
- Janet Allen trained and utilized block-scheduled Language Arts classes with her strategies.
- Trained in UC Irvine Multicultural Writing Project
- Collaborated in a highly effective, student-centered team on cross-curricular units of study
- Coached students in after-school drama presentations yearly
- 8th grade Language Arts and Drama teacher
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestionsand engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports, and documents to ensure clear operations
- Facilitated student performances, enhancing public speaking and teamwork skills.
Education
M.Ed. - EPOL-Instructional Design&Leadership
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, IL05-2024
Clear Credential - Clear Credential-English
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, California06-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Comparative Literature, Spanish minor
University of California, Irvine
Irvine12-1993
Skills
- Incorporate technology creatively within CCSS lessons for greater student engagement in online/hybrid learning
- Encourage parental involvement and communication through use of Remind/learning platforms
- Successful completion of Social Studies West-E grades 6-12
- Establish diverse learning-modality teaching to capture attention and hold interest
- Garnered Donors Choose grants for alternate seating and standing options to support choice and sustained engagement for all learners
- Extensive work with PLC team to develop student-centered, data-informed, anti-racist curriculum for student success
- Prioritize collaborative learning for shared meaning making in the classroom
- Utilize Individualized support and differentiated instruction for optimal student success
- Highly capable problem-solver in support of classroom expectations, curriculum implementation, and technology integration
Additional Information
Professional References
Anne Hoban -Asst. Principal, Rogers High School in Puyallup School District
HobanAE@puyallupsd.org
253-841-8717
LeeAnn Alfano-Principal, Bonney Lake Elementary in SBLSD
leeann_alfano@sumnersd.org
253-229-9360
Susan Smith- Asst.Principal,River HomeLink-Battle Ground School District
Susan.Smith@battlegroundps.org
360.334.8223
Robin Cerato- Consultant/former principal at Glacier Middle School-Consultant
mscerato@gmail.com
602-717-0882
Kelly Love- Department Chair, Language Arts at Kent School District
k.c.love@comcast.net
206.403.5836
Timeline
6th/7th/8th Grade ELA/Reading Intervention/Social Studies Teacher
Sumner Bonney Lake School District
09.2017 - 08.2020
7th/8th Grade ELA
White River School District-Glacier M.S.
09.2014 - 06.2017
Team Leader-7th grade ELA/Reading
Mill Creek Middle School
09.2007 - 06.2014
8th Grade ELA Teacher
Tustin Unified School District-Columbus Tustin M.S
09.1998 - 07.2001
8th grade ELA and Drama Teacher
Azusa Unified School District-Slauson M.S
10.1995 - 07.1998
M.Ed. - EPOL-Instructional Design&Leadership
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Clear Credential - Clear Credential-English
University of California, Irvine
Bachelor of Arts - Comparative Literature, Spanish minor
University of California, Irvine