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Jennifer R. Contact me for full contact information jenn.r.rose@gmail.com
"Jennifer is one of the hardest workers I have ever met….comes to work enthusiastic, energetic, and ready to get things done…puts in many hours after and before work prepping for the next day. Jennifer has a very positive relationship with both the children and the other staff members she works with at school. Jennifer puts a lot of thought into her work and it shows in the positive outcomes and results she achieves…" --Sami Auger, former AmeriCorps co-worker at Nellie Stone Johnson Community School in North Minneapolis     "People felt comfortable coming to Jennifer…her plans were always thorough and well thought out…Jennifer picked up on the individual needs of students and sought ways to work with them..."--June Meyers, Cooperating first grade teacher during student teaching in Athens, GA             "Time and again, Jennifer demonstrated the ability to reflect critically on her own teaching, to listen to and apply feedback from various sources, and to make effective changes to managing and guiding student learning…she has clearly demonstrated her commitment to teaching and to ongoing learning…her desire to be in the classroom became readily apparent as she worked alongside her students and as ws talked about how days, weeks, or observations went. Jennifer's enthusiasm for teaching will be an asset to any school in which she teaches." Janneke Counts, M.Ed., supervisor during student teaching and Barrow County, GA third grade teacher	Professional Profile Eager to provide a nurturing, creative, community-oriented, and educational environment to students of all ages using a variety of curricula and strategies. Hold Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and two years of experience working in Minneapolis Public Schools. Experienced in use of the Internet and educational software. Dedicated to enthusiastic and dynamic teaching as a means of creating and nurturing a lifelong love of knowledge and learning in children.   Employment Professional Development in Education Associate Educator Minneapolis Public Schools, October 2009-Present Lake Nokomis Community School, Keewaydin (Grades 4-8) Campus Tutored 12 sixth grade students in 2 classrooms in reading and math, while in small groups and one-on-one Assisted 2 teachers in classroom management, planning curriculum, and performing general teaching duties   Tutor/Mentor, August 2007-July 2008 City of Lakes AmeriCorps Nellie Stone Johnson Community School, Minneapolis, MN Tutored 15 fifth grade students in 2 classrooms in reading and math, while in small groups and one-on-one Assisted 2 teachers in classroom management, planning curriculum, and performing general teaching duties Planned and implemented 2 after school art and academic tutoring program for students in grades K-8   Personal Care Attendant, March 2007-October 2009 fahrenHEIGHT360, Minneapolis, MN Various Locations Provided support and assistance to 2 individuals (age 10 and 18) with behavioral disabilities by supporting or assisting with personal care that is related to activities of daily living at home and in the community Maintained professional boundary while working in client's home Used a variety of behavior management and redirection techniques to achieve care plan goals   Education Intern, June 2007-August 2007 Children's Museum of the Lowcountry, Charleston, SC Planned curriculum for summer day camp for 30 children ages 3-8 Taught lessons based on planned curriculum for 30 children ages 3-8 Supervised children while they were playing and ensured their safety Worked collaboratively with program coordinator to develop and implement 2 museum camp programs   Substitute Teacher, Pre K through Eighth Grade January 2005 to August 2005 Gwinnett County Schools, Duluth, GA   Student Teacher, September to December 2004 Cleveland Road Elementary School, Athens, GA   Professional Affiliations International Reading Association America Learns   Education, Honors, and Certifications Bachelor of Family and Consumer Sciences Early Childhood Education and Child Development, University of Georgia, 2004     Provisional Certifications Early Childhood Education, Birth-Age 8, 2008 Reading License, expected completion August 2009 Key Qualifications Certified in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Age 8) Able to plan and instruct each subject area using wide variety of teaching aids, motivational and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning. Experienced Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Tutor, Mentor, and After-School Program Activity Leader Designed many child-centered, educational opportunities for children in grades Pre Kindergarten to eighth. Computer Skills Proficient with Microsoft Office applications Working knowledge of the Internet