Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Extracurricular Activities
References
Timeline
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Priscilla Jenness

Primghar,IA

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at South O'Brien CSD, specializing in English, Language Arts, and dance. Leveraged technological savvy and exceptional classroom management to enhance student engagement and achievement. Expert in Professional Learning Communities and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, demonstrating significant improvements in student writing and critical thinking skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

5/5th/6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher

South O'Brien CSD
Primghar, Iowa
08.2024 - Current
  • Encouraged collaboration among students through group activities and projects.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills by providing open-ended questions and activities during class discussions.
  • Facilitated peer editing groups for student writing assignments.
  • Researched new technologies, tools, platforms and frameworks related to interactive development.
  • Proofread copy to check grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and organization of material.
  • Created exciting lessons on course material to educate and engage students in classroom.
  • Generated ideas for new stories or topics to write about.
  • Provided guidance on complex projects or escalated issues to upper management.
  • Provided individualized instruction to help students reach their potential as writers.
  • Conducted workshops on different aspects of writing such as grammar, syntax, and style.

Cheer and Dance Coach

South O'Brien CSD
Primghar, Iowa
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented choreography for competitive dance teams.
  • Created lesson plans to accommodate the needs of all skill levels.
  • Conducted weekly team meetings to discuss upcoming performances and competitions.
  • Monitored students' progress to ensure they are meeting goals set by their instructors.
  • Assisted with costume design and selection for competition routines.
  • Supervised warm-up exercises before each practice session.
  • Provided feedback on technique and performance quality during rehearsals.
  • Encouraged positive reinforcement among dancers to motivate them throughout class sessions.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during classes or rehearsals.
  • Attended competitions as coach and choreographer for assigned teams.
  • Assisted with marketing efforts such as developing promotional materials or creating social media content.
  • Collaborated closely with teachers regarding student placement within teams or classes.
  • Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
  • Educated students using customized teaching methods and hands-on curriculum.
  • Enhanced students' confidence and progress by promoting diligence and determination with difficult tasks.
  • Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons and projects.
  • Pinned hems and seams of garments to ensure proper fit.

5th Grade Teacher

South O'Brien CSD
Primghar, Iowa
08.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
  • Organized and maintained a classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Provided instruction in core subjects such as reading, writing, math, science and social studies.
  • Assessed student progress by grading tests, assignments and papers.
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss students' academic performance.
  • Supervised recess activities to ensure safe play among students.
  • Encouraged positive behavior through rewards and recognition systems.
  • Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development projects.
  • Incorporated technology into the classroom environment for educational purposes.
  • Facilitated small group work sessions to provide individualized attention to students' needs.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Created interactive activities that encouraged student engagement in lessons.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
  • Monitored student behavior both in the classroom and during field trips.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance data.
  • Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.

High School Dance Coach

West Holt Public School
Atkinson, NE
08.2017 - Current
  • Direct rehearsals to instruct dancers in how to use dance steps, and in techniques to achieve desired effects
  • Design dances for individual dancers, dance companies, musical theatre, opera, fashion shows, film, television productions and special events, and for dancers ranging from beginners to professionals
  • Audition performers for one or more dance parts
  • Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness
  • Assess students' dancing abilities to determine where improvement or change is needed
  • Plan, organize, and oversee practices

Elementary Teacher

West Holt Public School
Atkinson, NE
08.2012 - Current
  • Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
  • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
  • Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs
  • Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula
  • Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence

After School Program Director

O'Neill Public Schools
O'Neill, NE
06.2011 - 07.2012
  • Set educational standards and goals, and help establish policies, procedures, and programs to carry them out
  • Prepare and maintain attendance, activity, planning, accounting, or personnel reports and records for officials and agencies, or direct preparation and maintenance activities
  • Prepare and submit budget requests or grant proposals to solicit program funding
  • Confer with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies, and students' behavioral or learning problems

Education

M.A. - Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Mathematics

CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY- PORTLAND
Portland, OR
05.2014

B.A. - Elementary Education

UNIVERSITY OF SIOUX FALLS
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2011

High School Diploma -

O'NEILL JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
O'Neill, NE
05.2007

Skills

  • Technological Savvy
  • Effective Classroom Management
  • Self Motivation with High Energy
  • Organization
  • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
  • Trained in Research Based Interventions
  • Expert in Professional Learning Communities (PLC)
  • Experience with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
  • Specialize in Unison Response
  • Specialize in Partner Response

Certification

  • Nebraska Professional Teaching License (K-8)
  • At Risk for Elementary School (K-6)
  • NSAA Certified Coach

Extracurricular Activities

Cheerleading

References

  • BETH LAIBLE, 2ND GRADE TEACHER, WEST HOLT PUBLIC SCHOOLS, (402) 340-4856, betlaible@westholt.org, Co-Teacher
  • KARLEE SHRUNK, OWNER OF ATKINSON DANCE ACADEMY, ATKINSON DANCE ACADEMY, (303) 947-1305, atkinsondanceacademy@gmail.com, Employer
  • TRACY LARSON, PRINCIPAL, WEST HOLT ELEMENTARY, (402) 925-2848, tralarson@westholt.org, Principal
  • DOUG GROSS, PRINCIPAL, WEST POINT PUBLIC SCHOOL, (402) 340-4449, dgross@wpcadets.net, Former Principal
  • JAMIE JAKUBOWSKI, TEACHER, WEST HOLT PUBLIC SCHOOLS, (402) 340-2969, jamjakubowski@westholt.org, Co-Coach and Friend

Timeline

5/5th/6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher

South O'Brien CSD
08.2024 - Current

Cheer and Dance Coach

South O'Brien CSD
06.2024 - Current

5th Grade Teacher

South O'Brien CSD
08.2021 - Current

High School Dance Coach

West Holt Public School
08.2017 - Current

Elementary Teacher

West Holt Public School
08.2012 - Current

After School Program Director

O'Neill Public Schools
06.2011 - 07.2012

M.A. - Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Mathematics

CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY- PORTLAND

B.A. - Elementary Education

UNIVERSITY OF SIOUX FALLS

High School Diploma -

O'NEILL JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

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