Jenny Dunham
Educator
Jackson,MO
Summary
Upbeat 4th Grade Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Energetic Educator driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Excellent at working with colleagues. Served on various curriculum committees.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Jackson R2 Schools - West Lane Elementary
Jackson, MO
01.2002 - Current
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO 08.1997 - 06.2002
Master of Arts - Education Technology
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO 06.2005 - 05.2007
Skills
Technology integration
Team collaboration
Relationship building
Classroom management
Differentiated instruction
Additional Information
2003 - Present: Served/volunteered as math coach to 4th and 5th grade students.
2005 - Present: Served as Yearbook advisor for West Lane yearbook.
Timeline
Master of Arts - Education Technology
University of Missouri
06.2005 - 05.2007
4th Grade Teacher
Jackson R2 Schools - West Lane Elementary
01.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southeast Missouri State University
08.1997 - 06.2002