Tracy Jenkinson
Flemington,NJ
Summary
To continue a lifelong career in the education field. To want to make sure every child has the opportunity for quality education and a chance at an independent and successful life.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Education
The Goddard School
03.2020 - 12.2023
- Planned successful events, enhancing community engagement in education programs and raising awareness about school offerings.
- Leading regular meetings with faculty members to discuss best practices in education delivery methods; provided constructive feedback to promote improvements.
- Monitored overhead, prepared budgets and directed spending and resources to support educational quality.
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Built rapport with young clients and families using tailored emails and newsletters.
- Implemented rigorous academic standards while maintaining flexibility in instructional approaches to accommodate diverse student needs.
- Strengthened curriculum design by collaborating with faculty and implementing innovative teaching methodologies.
- Prepared action plans to address concerns discovered through surveys, classroom observations and conversations with stakeholders.
- Developed engaging and effective curricula for students aged 6 weeks to 6 years.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the institution, ensuring an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Guided teachers in incorporating differentiated instruction techniques into their lessons to cater to diverse learning styles.
- Observed teachers and students in classrooms to gather data and improve instruction.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Teacher
The Goddard School
08.2014 - 03.2020
- Created a program for children missing the cut off or developmentally young for kindergarten.
- Taught this program and then trained the next lead teacher before taking on the director roll.
- Acted as Lead Teacher of the building, overseeing teachers and the education, behavior and social/emotional needs of all classrooms
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Technology Educator/Director/Curriculum Specialist/Curriculum Writer
Computer Explorers of Hunterdon County
02.2008 - 06.2014
- Traveled to daycare, preschool, & learning centers in Hunterdon County to teach children between the ages of 3 and 6 years old-technology skills and reading and math readiness skills through the use of technology.
- Ran technology "camps" and after-school sessions in Hunterdon and Mercer counties for children 5 to 13 years old. Skills revolved around STEM and Language Arts as-well-as communication and social experiences. Topics included digital photography, coding, simple machines, LEGO building workshops, Green Screen stories, stop motion animation, etc.
- Wrote curriculum used nationally.
- Managed the Mercer County and Hunterdon County Computer Explorers franchise. Oversaw the work of 10 instructors.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Attended corporate convention and presented a unit on the use of Green Screen with preschoolers.
Teacher
Hillsborough Township Board of Education
09.1994 - 01.2005
- 4th grade Teacher
- Kindergarten Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
- Basic Skills/Reading Teacher
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, character education, pupil assistance & standardized testing
- Worked with parents, students and staff to write IEP's and implement goals and strategies to further student success.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Education
M.E.D. Special Education -
College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJB.S. Early Childhood Education -
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PAB.S. Elementary Education -
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PASkills
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Lesson planning
- Leadership
- Creative writing
Certification
- NJ State Standard Certificate, Elementary School Teacher, 1995
- NJ State Standard Certificate, Teacher of the Handicapped, 2001
Training
- CPR & First Aid for adult & pediatric
- Director Development Program - Goddard School
- Preventing SIDs & Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Medication Administration
- Preventing Food Allergies and emergency response for (epi pen training)
- Recognizing and reporting child abuse
- Understanding Licensing
Timeline
Director of Education
The Goddard School
03.2020 - 12.2023
Teacher
The Goddard School
08.2014 - 03.2020
Technology Educator/Director/Curriculum Specialist/Curriculum Writer
Computer Explorers of Hunterdon County
02.2008 - 06.2014
Teacher
Hillsborough Township Board of Education
09.1994 - 01.2005
M.E.D. Special Education -
College of New Jersey
B.S. Early Childhood Education -
East Stroudsburg University
B.S. Elementary Education -
East Stroudsburg University
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