Jennifer Tedford
Glendale
Summary
With 39 years of experience at Peoria Unified School District, I've excelled in fostering educational environments that prioritize student success and engagement. Known for exceptional teamwork, adaptability, and a positive attitude, I've effectively differentiated instruction to meet diverse needs, achieving significant advancements in student learning through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Peoria Unified School District
10.1986 - Current
- I have been teaching in the ABLE program for 19 years.
- Taught kindergarten through 8th grade students in the ABLE Program.
- Taught general education students for 20 years. Taught 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade and Transitional first Grade.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Zuni Hills Elementary
Sun City, AZ12-1984
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Problem-solving
- Calm under pressure
- Verbal communication
Accomplishments
Developed the Zuni Hills recycling program.
Developed the Grizzly Paws group which pairs up the special education students with a general education buddy.
Certification
Cross-categorical special education certificate with emphasis in MR.
Timeline
Teacher
Peoria Unified School District
10.1986 - Current
Cross-categorical special education certificate with emphasis in MR.
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Zuni Hills Elementary
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