Jody Wenrich
Summary
Dedicated educator with a proven track record at Middletown Area School District, excelling in student engagement and promoting life-long learning. Developed innovative, hands-on biology lessons that align with curriculum standards and targeted to promote student comprehension. Skilled in classroom management and fostering collaboration among students while maintaining a positive and productive learning atmosphere.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Biology Teacher
Middletown Area School District
08.2011 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities into lesson plans.
- Established a positive learning environment by maintaining clear expectations and providing consistent support for all students.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective teaching strategies for high school biology.
- Consistently updated curriculum to align with state standards and ensure relevance to current scientific knowledge.
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs related to STEM, fostering a passion for the sciences outside of the classroom setting.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions or small group instruction, leading to improved academic performance.
- Established positive and encouraging relationships with students in and out of the classroom and helped to foster appreciation for working to one's full potential.
Teacher of the Gifted
Middletown Area High School
08.2004 - 06.2011
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success in their identified area(s) of talent and/or interest.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey as per their GIEP.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as competitions or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Teacher of the Gifted
Central Dauphin School District
08.1999 - 06.2004
- Collaborated with building teachers to plan interdisciplinary lessons that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Organized and advised on educational opportunities that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
Junior High School Science Teacher
Central Dauphin School District
08.1995 - 06.1999
- Developed and implemented engaging lab experiments, providing hands-on learning experiences for students.
- Integrated real-life examples into lessons, demonstrating the practical applications of scientific concepts.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences, collaborating with parents to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Enhanced student understanding by utilizing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
Education
Master of Science - Science Education
Lebanon Valley College
Annville, PA06-2001
PA Instructional I Certification - General Science
Elizabethtown College
Elizabethtown, PA09-1994
Bachelor of Science - Biology / Secondary Education
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA12-1989
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective classroom management
- Instructional coaching
- Student engagement
- Curriculum writing
- Lesson development
Accomplishments
- Selected by peers for the 2023-2024 school year
- Named by the Rotary Student of the Month 6 times in the past 5 years.
Teacher of the Year
Teacher of Influence
Extra-Curricular Activities
Science Department Chair
New Teacher Mentor
Head Varsity Girls/Boys XC Coach
Assistance Varsity Girls/Boys Track and Field Coach
Science Olympiad Coach
Brain Busters Co-Advisor
Middle School Academic Quiz Bowl Team Co-Advisor
Link Crew Co-Advisor
After School Tutoring Program
Raider Academy (RA) Online Science Teacher
Teaching Philosophy
The best teachers are those who show you where to look, but don't tell you what to see. - Alexandra K. Trenfor
Timeline
High School Biology Teacher
Middletown Area School District
08.2011 - Current
Teacher of the Gifted
Middletown Area High School
08.2004 - 06.2011
Teacher of the Gifted
Central Dauphin School District
08.1999 - 06.2004
Junior High School Science Teacher
Central Dauphin School District
08.1995 - 06.1999
Master of Science - Science Education
Lebanon Valley College
PA Instructional I Certification - General Science
Elizabethtown College
Bachelor of Science - Biology / Secondary Education
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
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