Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Jessica Kuiper

Elgin School District, GRCA
Summerville,OR
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience

Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

1 Year
Elgin School District, GRCA | 10.2025 - Current
  • Implemented lesson plans to engage students in various subjects across K-Eighth grade.
  • Adapted instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs and classroom dynamics.
  • Collaborated with regular teachers to maintain continuity in classroom instruction and management.
  • Supervised student behavior, ensuring a safe and respectful learning environment.

Elementary Teacher, Grades 4-6

2 Years 11 Months
Grande Ronde Christian Academy | 07.2022 - 06.2025
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address individual needs.

Kindergarten Teacher

10 Months
Grande Ronde Academy | 08.2015 - 06.2016
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.

2nd Grade Classroom Teacher

10 Months
Grande Ronde Christian Academy | 08.2008 - 06.2009
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in the educational process.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.

Education

Masters in Teacher Education - Elementary Education

Eastern Oregon University | La Grande | 06-2008

Bachelor's of Education - Elementary Education/Special Education

University of Oregon | Eugene, OR | 06-2006

High School Diploma

Wallowa High School | Wallowa, OR | 05-2000

Skills

Classroom management
Student engagement
Lesson planning
Parent-teacher communication
Adaptable
Relationship building and management

Certification

  • Licensed Elementary Teacher - Preliminary Teaching License valid until 3/9/2028

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

Elgin School District, GRCA
10.2025 - CurrentRead More

Elementary Teacher, Grades 4-6

Grande Ronde Christian Academy
07.2022 - 06.2025Read More

Kindergarten Teacher

Grande Ronde Academy
08.2015 - 06.2016Read More

2nd Grade Classroom Teacher

Grande Ronde Christian Academy
08.2008 - 06.2009Read More

Eastern Oregon University

Masters in Teacher Education from Elementary Education
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University of Oregon

Bachelor's of Education from Elementary Education/Special Education
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Wallowa High School

High School Diploma
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Jessica Kuiper