Jennifer Whitfill
Southlake,TX
Summary
Creative and detail-oriented web designer with over 20 years of building and maintaining websites for schools and companies. Demonstrates responsible overall maintenance, functionality, and optimization of a website. Committed to leveraging innovative design techniques to enhance online presence and drive business growth.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Member
South Texas Outreach Foundation
Laredo, TX
01.2016 - Current
- Contributed to the development of a long-term vision and strategic plan, positioning the organization for future success.
- Managed funding applications to amplify community impact.
- Developed and maintained successful relationships with industry leaders.
- Established excellent relationships with residents and family members by proactively identifying problems and acting appropriately to garner resident engagement and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with small business stakeholders to ascertain key details about goals, products, and services offered.
- Collaborated with executive team members on fundraising initiatives to secure additional funding sources for the organization.
Event Coordinator/Wedding Planner
Self Employed Web
Dallas, TX
01.2000 - Current
- Coordinated schedules, events, and meal arrangements.
- Drafted detailed lists of attendees, participants, and contributors.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure favorable terms.
Teacher
Walnut Grove Elementary/Durham Elem.
Southlake, TX
01.2010 - 09.2024
- Excelled in virtual learning using diverse software platforms.
- Maintained and updated the school's webpage for a period of almost 15 years.
- Designed and updated classroom webpage.
- I have taught 1st grade for over 9 years, and I have taught Science lab for the past 5 years to over 700 students.
- team leader
- Provided mentorship to more than 10 teaching staff.
- Diversity team member
- Worked closely with our counselor to help new parents with any tours for our school, assist with some of our challenging students, and act as a greeter and host for many school events
- We won the CISD Community Award for our district.
- Assisted educators in resolving multiple technical issues.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among classes for over 700 students.
- Utilized technology resources, including SMART Boards, various software programs, and one-on-one iPad applications, to develop lesson plans.
- Created and maintained our large school garden and courtyard.
- Coordinated materials and instructional plans for the use of our Science Garden for our school.
- Delivered professional development classes focused on diverse learning strategies and technology instruction for the district.
- Represented the Science Curriculum Team, the Professional Development Team, the Science Vertical Team, and the Green Team in 2012.
- Leader for after-school dismissal duties for our school, problem-solving traffic delays, and safety concerns for our students.
- Selected from seven teachers to pilot KAGAN strategies in the classroom.
- Selected to serve as a CEF teacher representing the school.
Webpage Advisor/Technology Representative
Southlake Carroll ISD
Southlake, TX
01.2005 - 09.2024
- Designed and maintained the school's website for about 15 years.
- Worked with various software platforms, including Blackboard and Finalist.
- Checked all sites and online elements for proper adherence to brand guidelines and functionality.
- Reviewed information and elements regularly on websites and pages for accuracy and functionality.
- Published company updates to the school's website.
- Answered client questions about website use and design.
Board of Directors Member
MeSquared
Southlake, TX
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Outlined company products and services, identified target customers, and developed forward-thinking sales and marketing plans to promote company growth.
- Worked closely with other stakeholders to immediately address issues and implement effective solutions.
- Reviewed grant applications and identified qualified candidates.
- Secured partnerships with contributing companies.
- Stayed abreast of trends and issues affecting organizational decisions.
- Brainstormed new business policies and directed program operations.
Teacher
Carroll Elementary
Southlake, TX
08.2005 - 05.2010
- Webpage Advisor and Yearbook Editor, coordinated Dragon Pride assemblies.
- Designed class-specific personal webpage.
- Supervised and instructed 1st through 3rd grade students of various ages, ethnicities, learning capabilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Instructed TAKS skills and represented Social Studies, Science, and Reading Vertical Team.
- Translator for parents and custodians.
- Sent to Columbia University in New York for specialized reading and writing training.
Teacher
Richardson ISD
Richardson, TX
08.2003 - 05.2010
- Instructed Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies, Health, and Technology to students in 5th and 1st grades.
- Prepared students for the Richardson TEKS check.
- Translator for ESL parents and children.
- Served on the Climate Committee and the Math Committee.
Technology Instructor
New Horizons Computer Learning Center
Dallas, TX
08.2000 - 08.2003
- Delivered training on diverse software programs for major companies like American Airlines, Boeing Airline, Frito Lay, and the American Heart Association.
- Trained individuals to develop personal and business webpages using various software programs.
- Led workshops at conferences, including a four-day event in Las Vegas.
- Coordinated event planning for conferences.
- Trained employees in company software.
- Set up and maintained classroom computers and equipment.
Teacher
Dallas ISD
Dallas, TX
08.1995 - 08.2000
- Taught 3rd grade at Daniel Webster Elementary in Oak Cliff
- Taught 3rd grade bilingual at David G Burnet Elementary
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English/Communications
University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX01-1992
General course studies -
Laredo Junior College
Laredo, TXprocess of getting masters in counseling
East Texas State University
Dallas, TexasSkills
- Website management
- Digital marketing
- Databases
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Software training
- User experience design
- Employee training
- Public speaking
- Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Photoshop
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Hobbies and Interests
- love to edit Videos, photographs & music
- Athletic
- Dancer and Yogi
- Animal enthusiast, rescued several animals
- Beekeeper
- love the outdoors
- gardening
- Volunteer and Donor to various local foundations with beneficiaries including special needs, art, animals, and children
- Be happy and healthy
Timeline
Board of Directors Member
MeSquared
09.2019 - 01.2022
Board Member
South Texas Outreach Foundation
01.2016 - Current
Teacher
Walnut Grove Elementary/Durham Elem.
01.2010 - 09.2024
Teacher
Carroll Elementary
08.2005 - 05.2010
Webpage Advisor/Technology Representative
Southlake Carroll ISD
01.2005 - 09.2024
Teacher
Richardson ISD
08.2003 - 05.2010
Technology Instructor
New Horizons Computer Learning Center
08.2000 - 08.2003
Event Coordinator/Wedding Planner
Self Employed Web
01.2000 - Current
Teacher
Dallas ISD
08.1995 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Arts - English/Communications
University of Texas At San Antonio
General course studies -
Laredo Junior College
process of getting masters in counseling
East Texas State University
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