Jennifer Cody
Phoenix
Summary
Knowledgeable Waldorf Methods Teacher with solid background in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and curriculum development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Handwork Teacher
Desert Marigold School
Phoenix, AZ
08.2022 - Current
- Lead Handwork teacher for 1st through 12th grade. Responsible for lesson planning for two classes per week of each grade. Substitute main lesson teaching for lower grades and high school when I am not teaching handwork classes. Hold current Arizona teaching license since 2023. District Test Coordinator for the Arizona English Language Learner Assessment (approx 60 hours of training per school year). Responsible for the annual Hearing and Vision Screening.
Paraprofessional
Desert Marigold School
Phoenix, AZ
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Responsible for assisting high needs students in academic tasks and behavioral needs in a one-on-one situation or in the classroom. Work closely with the Special Education Department and Class Teacher to devise accommodations leading to the success of children in the classroom.
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Pathways
Flagstaff, AZ
03.2016 - 01.2020
- Lived with and worked with youth, 0-17 years old with high behavioral needs. Coordinated services for youth in my care between foster care licensing agency, behavioral health providers, juvenile justice services, family court, the Arizona Department of Child Safety, independent living services, and others. Coordinated recreation and appointment schedules for all youth living in my home including my own biological children.
Education
Masters of Arts - Sustainable Communities
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ02.2026
Bachelors of Science - Environmental Biology
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.2013
Skills
- Knitting, crocheting, needlepoint and cross stitch, wet and needle felting, weaving, plant dying, machine and hand sewing, paper arts, book-binding
- Proficient on Mac and PC
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent Teacher observations from current Pedagogical Director
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Public speaking
- Conflict resolution
- Student-centered learning
- Curriculum implementation
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for 250 students across 12 grades.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Student Involvement - Volunteered as faculty member representative for student-led high school GLA club, supervising weekly after school meetings.
Certification
- Arizona Teaching Certificate since 2023
- Completing Waldorf Teaching Certificate, expected in June 2024, from Saguaro Center for Teacher Renewal, formally ACWE
- Completing Waldorf Handwork Teacher certificate, expected in December 2024, from Waldorf Handwork Educators
- Trauma Informed Care, awarded in 2017
- Current Level One AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card (2021G08764, IVPP285358)
LANGUAGES
Currently learning German
Timeline
Handwork Teacher
Desert Marigold School
08.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Desert Marigold School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Pathways
03.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelors of Science - Environmental Biology
Northern Arizona University
Masters of Arts - Sustainable Communities
Northern Arizona University