Stephanie Jimenez
Erie,CO
Summary
An educational background in analytical policy and familiar with reviewing regulations, legislation and policies. Additionally, a passion for social justice issues, which has thus far led to an early career working with at-risk youth, primarily at Title I schools in Colorado. Interested in stepping away from firsthand educating to pursuing social change at a policy level. Excellent writing, presentation and public speaking skills. Crafts well-reasoned and detailed opinions and works easily among a board range of people and diverse communities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Guest Teacher
St. VrainValley School District
09.2022 - Current
- Sought positions at primarily Title I schools.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Social Studies Teacher
Denver Justice High School
08.2009 - 12.2013
- Teaching position was at small charter school that served 100% students on state free lunch program. In addition, majority of students had faced expulsion from surrounding school districts, primarily Denver Public Schools.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning, especially at-risk students facing many outside challenges, both academic and nonacademic.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
Consultant Intern
JVA Consulting
11.2008 - 07.2009
- Took on role within JVA Consulting of researching and creating best practices trainings for nonprofit boards of directors.
- Organized and analyzed primary and secondary research to understand nonprofit industry and trends, particularly around role of boards of directors.
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions for nonprofit boards of directors.
- Researched and created board of directors best practices volume for use with future guidance within JVA Consulting
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement trainings for boards of directors.
- Tracked detailed hours and expenses for each project and training.
Education
Master of Arts - Political Science And Government
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05.2006
Skills
- Deep educational background and understanding in policy and legislation, from state, national and international perspective
- Commitment to social justice issues and understanding of mitigating factors within those issues
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to establish good relationships with broad range of people and diverse communities
- Strong written communication skills
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Classroom Technology Implementation
- Student Motivation and Engagement
Timeline
Long-Term Guest Teacher
St. VrainValley School District
09.2022 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Denver Justice High School
08.2009 - 12.2013
Consultant Intern
JVA Consulting
11.2008 - 07.2009
Master of Arts - Political Science And Government
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Colorado At Boulder
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