Jennifer Sigler
10200 S. 575 W. Fortville,IN
Summary
- Innovative educator and curriculum designer with 22 years of experience implementing latest methodologies to devise interactive lessons and create engaging learning environment.
- Successfully instructed students on areas of information technology, including fundamentals of programming languages, information literacy, and cybersecurity.
- Seasoned Library Media Specialist familiar with successful strategies for building relationships with students and colleagues from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
- Detail-oriented with experience collecting and preserving documents and images.
- Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Computer Science & Cybersecurity Teacher
MSD Of Lawrence Township
Indianapolis, IN
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitate instruction of coding languages and principles utilizing PLTW Computer Science for Innovators and Makers.
- Align instruction with ISTE, CSTA, and IDOE Computer Science Instructional Standards
- Facilitate curriculum development and instruction in a digital literacy and cybersecurity course aligning with ISTE and AASL standards, and Microsoft's 10 Laws of Cybersecurity
- Collaborate with district level administrators and STEM teachers to build computer science educational frameworks for students in grades K-8.
Teacher - Sixth Grade Virtual
MSD Of Lawrence Township
Indianapolis, IN
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered effective instruction, assessment, and interventions for 43 full time virtual students.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and interesting and challenging STEM projects.
- Maintained effective communication with families, grade level teaching team, support staff, and administrators.
- Created valuable family-school partnerships relationships.
Media Specialist Computer Science Teacher
MSD of Lawrence Township - Skiles Test Elementary
Indianapolis, IN
08.2010 - 05.2021
- Taught computer science lessons using Tynker, Scratch, Lego, VEX, CS First, and Minecraft platforms.
- Taught media and information science lessons to address Indiana and CSTA Computer Science standards and AASL National School Library standards.
- Provided professional development and tech support to staff.
- Sourced materials that met current needs, drove curiosity and supported learning.
- Provided engaging and successful educational experience for students by incorporating range of media and technology options.
- Troubleshooting Chromebooks, iPads, PCs, software, sharp panels, and other equipment for entire school community.
- Documented movement of library media materials and equipment.
Computer Teacher - Grades 1-6
MSD Of Lawrence Township - Indian Creek
Indianapolis, IN
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Engaged students in computer science lessons and exercises aligned to Indiana and CSTA Computer Science Standards.
- Facilitated student use of technology tools and equipment as well as exploration of methods for accessing information.
- Administered learning management systems.
- Administered Indiana iLearn tests.
- Delivered instruction in the use of databases, spreadsheets, website design tools, video creation tools, and online collaborative work environments.
- Provided instruction on Internet safety and web etiquette.
- Devised project-based assignments to create opportunity for hands-on practice, skill building, and collaboration.
Teacher
MSD of Lawrence Township - Indian Creek Elementary
Indianapolis, IN
08.2001 - 07.2007
- Differentiated instruction according to student prior knowledge and skill level.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Monitored student progress using exams and assignments to check for thorough understanding.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, and administrative updates.
- Facilitated student-centered, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience
- Managed and organized class records and reports.
- Facilitated clear, informative lessons on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
- Encouraged maximal development by providing opportunities for inquiry on classroom subject matter and exploration of related subjects, nurturing individual strengths and interests.
Education
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
05.2001
Skills
- Technology Coach and Presenter
- Surpass Management and Administration
- Canvas and Skyward Administration
- Google Apps for Education Certified & MS Office Coach
- Multimedia Creation Proficient
- Growth Mindset and Service Leadership
- Teaming and Collaboration
- Engagement and Community Partnerships
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year Test Elementary 2020
- Co-Authored Test Elementary IDOE STEM Re-certification Application
- Presenter, Flipping the Conference 2019
- MSDLT STEM for All Team Member
- MSDLT CS for All Team Member
- MinecraftEdu Global Mentor 2018
- PBS Digital Innovator 2017
- Girls Who Code Facilitator 2021
- VEX Robotics Coach 2021
- FIRST Robotics Coach 2014-2020
Timeline
Computer Science & Cybersecurity Teacher - MSD Of Lawrence Township
08.2022 - Current
Teacher - Sixth Grade Virtual - MSD Of Lawrence Township
08.2021 - 06.2022
Media Specialist Computer Science Teacher - MSD of Lawrence Township - Skiles Test Elementary
08.2010 - 05.2021
Computer Teacher - Grades 1-6 - MSD Of Lawrence Township - Indian Creek
08.2007 - 08.2010
Teacher - MSD of Lawrence Township - Indian Creek Elementary
08.2001 - 07.2007
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis - Master of Science, Library And Information Science
Indiana University - Purdue University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
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