Jenna R.

Kirby
2882 Green Meadow Drive Apartment 4
Jenison, MI 49428
jennarkirby521@gmail.com (231) 330.8635
Objective
To obtain a teaching position in an elementary classroom.
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science
Majors: Mathematics (Emphasis in Teaching) and Education (Emphasis in Elementary Education)
Minor: Elementary Certification

Allendale, MI
Graduated Fall 2014

Certification
State of Michigan Provisional Teaching Certificate
Elementary K-5 All Subjects (K-8 All Subjects in Self Contained Classroom) and Mathematics 6-8 (EX)
Professional Experience
Grandville Public Schools
Grand Rapids, MI
Reading and Instructional Paraprofessional (Cummings Elementary)
Fall 2015 to Present
Facilitated reading instruction to small groups of Kindergarten, 2nd, and 3rd grade students.
Monitored the progression of students regularly using DIBELs tests and Running Records.
Assisted the 6th grade mathematics teacher during instruction of a multi-grade level classroom.
Taught 7th grade mathematical concepts to advanced 6th grade students.
Mathematics Paraprofessional (Cummings Elementary)
Winter 2015 to Spring 2015
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Retaught Common Core based mathematical concepts to small groups of 3 and 4 grade students.
Taught 5th grade mathematical concepts to advanced 4th grade students.
Implemented a variety of teaching strategies and tools to create a deeper mathematical understanding.
Tailored instruction to meet the needs of the students.
Forest Hills Public Schools
Grand Rapids, MI
Student Teacher (Central Woodlands 5/6)
Fall 2014
Created and taught individual lessons in all content areas.
Developed a mathematics unit plan aligned to Common Core Standards.
Implemented instructional strategies to deepen students understanding of the content.
Supported students at a variety of mathematical ability and understanding.
Managed classroom behavior and student responsibility using the classroom ticket system.
Maintained a positive and professional relationship with my cooperating teacher and other colleagues.
Participated in conferences, content area meetings, and school-wide professional development.
EDUStaff and PESG
Ottawa County and Kent County, MI
Substitute Teacher (School districts in Ottawa ISD and Kent ISD)
Winter 2014 to Present
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Managed groups of students ranging from Kindergarten through 6 grade.
Taught Lessons and directed classroom routines and activities.
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Teacher Assistant (Harrison Park Elementary)
Assisted in the teaching of all conent areas in a 1st grade classroom.
Worked with students who were learning English as a second language.
Lead an intervention group for language arts and reading.
Developed a better understanding of lesson planning using the Common Core Standards.

Grand Rapids, MI
Fall 2013

Created and taught individual lesson plans in various content areas.

Implemented procedures and classroom management in the classroom.

Other Related Experiences

Jenison Public Schools
Jenison, MI
SPARK! After School Mentor (Bauerwood Elementary School)
Spring 2014 to Present
Mentored students ranging from 3rd to 6th grade.
Assisted students with homework in all content areas after school in a small group setting.
Helped students set high academic achievement goals for themselves.
Created positive encouraging relationships with students.
Forest Grove Christian Learning Center
Hudsonville, MI
Lead Teacher
Summer 2013
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Managed and taught school-age students from kindergarten to 5 grade.
Planned weekly educational activities, arts and crafts, and field trips throughout based on weekly themes.
Cared for and built positive relationships with each student.
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Grand Rapids, MI
Mathematics Tutor (Sibley Elementary)
Winter 2012
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Facilitated mathematical instruction to small groups of 3 grader students.
Developed lesson planning skills and a better understanding of the Common Core Standards for Mathematics.
Reading Tutor (Sibley Elementary)
Fall 2012
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rd
Worked one-on-one with a 1 and 3 grade student to enhance their reading abilities.
Developed an understanding of how to characterize a reader and what steps to take to enhance their skills.
Charlevoix Public Schools
Teacher Aide
Assisted a 3rd grade teacher in the classroom during literacy stations.
Worked with small groups of students in need of extra mathematical instruction.
Built positive and appropriate relationships with students.
Activities at Grand Valley State University
Sigma Alpha Lambda Fraternity (National Honors and Leadership Organization)
Member
PALS Student Mentoring at GVSU Allendale, MI
Mentor
His House Christian Fellowship at GVSU
Participant
Leadership
Co-Coordinator of Welcome Committee
Small Group Leader
Alternative Spring Break Mission Trip
References
Mrs. Amy Bush
Teacher
Forest Hills Public Schools
Central Woodlands 5/6
400 Alta Dale Avenue Southeast
Ada, MI 49301
Work: (616) 493.8790
Cell: (616) 862.4641
abush@fhps.net

Mr. David Martini

Principal
Grandville Public Schools
Cummings Elementary
4261 Schoolcraft Drive Southwest
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
Work: (616) 254.6041
Cell: (616) 295.7424
dmartini@gpsbulldogs.org

Charlevoix, MI
Fall 2009 to 2010

Allendale, MI
Fall 2012 to Present
Fall 2011 to Winter 2012
Allendale, MI
Fall 2010 to 2014
Fall 2011 to 2014
Fall 2012 to Winter 2013
Fall 2012 to 2014
Spring Break 2011 to 2014
Mrs. Sheri St. Denis
Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Harrison Park Elementary
1440 Davis Avenue Northwest
Grand Rapids, MI
Work: (616) 819.2565
Cell: (616) 901.0076
stdeniss@greenville.k12.mi.us