Jennifer Jenkin
jj_1578@hotmail.com
Desired Job Title(s): Program Manager
Type of Employment Sought:
Full-Time
Summary/Description: I am soon to be a ASU MNpS graduate (May 2012) with experience working for an educational (pre-K to 8th grade) program for the Desert Botanical Garden, with 8 years of progressive education experience. I am highly organized and independendent.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience designing and teaching cross-curricular instruction for a variety of grades (K-12)
• Recognized knowledge of program evaluation
• Successful ability to adapt and be flexible resulting in diverse background and client satisfaction
• Experience presenting and educating both children and adults
• Certified Professional Educator with 8 years of progressive experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN 2009 – PRESENT
Garden Educator
Prepare and educate school groups, social clubs, and adults on the plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert, by presenting information in a developmentally appropriate, inquiry-based manner
• Manage groups while on tour
• Prepare appropriate educational speeches and activities
• Member of the Sonoran Desert Adventure Program Outreach Committee
ARIZONA SCIENCE CENTER 2011 – 2011
Guest Services Specialist
Assist guests and school groups with admission and conflict resolution
• Create a welcoming and safe environment for guests
SUREPREP LEARNING, LLC. 2010 – 2010
Tutor
Design and present curriculum that is both developmentally appropriate and aligned with state, national, and company standards
• Prepare developmentally appropriate standards based instruction
DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 2004 – 2009
Social Studies Teacher, Barry Goldwater High School 2007 – 2009
Substitute Teacher, District-wide 2004 – 2007
Manage large, diverse groups of students, while planning and organizing curriculum based instruction and activities for the students as well as motivating and encouraging them to continue to succeeded
• Communicate with students, parents, and peers on a daily basis to assess the needs and progress of each student
• Organize and create instruction tailored to student needs
• Maintain accurate records of each student’s progress and behavior
• Further personal and student success outside of the classroom
CACTUS FLOWER FLORISTS 2004 – 2004
Associate
Assist customers in the selection of floral arrangements for a variety of occasions/events as well as participating in a team to create and deliver the product in an exceptional manner
• Communicate effectively with emotional clients, as well as international clients
MED PRO/MARICOPA MEDICAL CENTER 2003 – 2004
Administrative Assistant
Support the resident process, including interview support, recordkeeping, recruitment packages, and completion of tasks
• Organize and maintain administrative files/programs for the resident process
EDUCATION
• Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ
Masters of Nonprofit Studies, 2012 (Anticipated)
Major: Leadership and Management
• Rio Salado Community College, Tempe, AZ
Post-Bachelor Teacher Education Certification, 2006
Focus: Secondary Education
• Richmond the American International University in London, London, UK
Bachelor of Arts, 2003
Major: Sociology (Developmental), Minor: Politics
• Glendale Community College, Glendale, AZ
Associate of Arts, 2001
Focus: General Studies
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS, AFFILIATIONS, & CONSULTATIONS
• Young Nonprofit Professionals Network, Phoenix 2011 – Present
• Apache Fair Trade Cooperative, Cooperative Structure Consultant 2011
• Charity Navigator 2.0, Charity Evaluator 2011
• Publication: “Water in the Desert: A Comparison and Contrast of Rainbow Bridge and Glen Canyon Dam to the Proposed Red Sea Dead Sea Canal” Center for Middle Eastern Studies Finalist http://cmes.arizona.edu/outreach/lessonplans.php (accessed October 20, 2009) 2009
• Teaching American History Grant Award Recipient 2008 – 2009
• Arizona Council for the Social Studies 2008 – 2009
• Gilder Lehrman American Judiciary Workshop 2008
• Sponsor: High School Model United Nations 2007 – 2009
SKILLS
MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Adobe Acrobat, Blackboard, Prezi, Charity Navigator, ExamView Pro, EZ GradePro, Inspiration, Power Schools
