Jennifer Quanrud

1315 31st Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50311

(507) 273-1690
Primary Email: jennifer.quanrud@gmail.com
Secondary Email: jennifer.quanrud@drake.edu

Education
Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa
Bachelor of Science in Education: Elementary Education
Endorsements: Reading & ESL

May 2015
GPA: 4.0/4.0

Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland

Student Teaching and course work in cultural differences
Fall 2014

Student Teaching Experience

Fourth Grade Elementary Student Teacher
August October 2014
Jordan Creek Elementary, West Des Moines School District, West Des Moines, Iowa
Plan and teach students in all content areas
Differentiate guided reading groups based on analyzing students running records
Implement Math Workshops (stations) that are differentiated to meet students needs
Using WDM Pretest and Post0test Data to Guide Instruction
Integrate new technology for students to use across content areas
Reliable resource and continuous learner for my students
Cooperate with team members and instructional coach on curriculum/ daily planning
Adapt instruction according to assessments
Collaborate with team members as well as with other colleagues in the building
Communicate effectively with faculty and parents
Practicum Experience
Math Tutor After School Program
February April 2014
South Union Elementary School, Des Moines School District, Des Moines, Iowa
Developed and adapted inquiry math curriculum, which allowed students to comprehend
information and make sense of concepts and skills.
Motivated and inspired students of their capabilities in math, by supporting their learning
and consistently being present in our after school program.
Junior Achievement, 2nd grade
February March 2014
Morris Elementary, Des Moines School District, Des Moines, Iowa
Creatively adapt provided curriculum to fit my students interest and needs
Communicate effectively learning targets for each lesson relating them to everyday life.

Junior Achievement, 1st grade

March April 2014
Clive Elementary, West Des Moines School District, West Des Moines Iowa
Creatively adapt provided curriculum to fit needs of the students by making the activities
interactive and hands on.
Communicate effectively learning targets for each lesson relating them to everyday life.
Fourth Grade Elementary Classroom
September December 2013
Shuler Elementary, Waukee School District, Waukee, Iowa
Planned lessons using a variety of instructional strategies allowing me to meet students
where they are at in their learning.
Provided appropriate level of challenge for students based on individual levels of
understanding.
Second Grade ESL Elementary Classroom
September December 2013
Carver Community School, Des Moines School District, Des Moines, Iowa
Co-planned differentiated lessons, which allowed students to comprehend their new
knowledge applicable inside and outside the classroom.

Related Experience
ESL Tutor
Oakridge Neighborhood Services
January 2013 Present
Assist with teaching adult ELLs English grammar.
Modify instruction, which helps explain the meanings of many American idioms.
Reading Tutor
May August 2014
Individual Kindergarten, requested by childs Kindergarten teacher
Planned, differentiated, and taught lessons that was specific to the childs needs, such as
understanding long vowel, short vowels, and vowel digraphs.
Modified the objectives so the child understood the expectations of the lesson.
Created authentic tasks that were interactive and engaging.
Consistently communicated with parents how their child was progressing, where their
child was still struggling, and how together we can over come that struggle.
Everybody Wins! Iowa
Carver Community School, Des Moines School District, Des Moines, Iowa
Mentored a student through interactive read alouds.

January May 2014

Assistant to Pre-school Rooms (2 & 3 year old)

Spring 2013 Spring 2014
Grace Preschool, Des Moines School District, Des Moines, IA
Created and Developed hands-on activities for students
Implemented hands-on activities and lessons that were developmentally appropriate for
students
Interacted with the Project-based Learning classroom approach
Furthered my early childhood knowledge by participating in a conference in the Spring of
2014

Assistance Lead
Summer 2010-2014
Fillmore Central School Age Child Care, Preston, Minnesota
Coordinated and led morning activities for children ages 5-12
Inspired students to be active and continuous learners and readers, even during the
summer time.
Cooperated and communicated with coworkers and parents about the students schedule,
activities, and any special plans that were not considered our normal routine.
Implemented classroom management strategies so students would have a firm foundation
in their expectations, routines, and procedures allowing us to maximize our fun and
learning together.

Activities and Honors

Presidents List

Dec. 2012 Present

Kappa Delta Pi

Feb. 2013 Present

Certifications
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Mandatory Reporting
Blood Pathogens

October 2013
September 2014
September 2014