Heather Jenkins

Experienced professional, seeking to secure a responsible and challenging position where I can utilize my knowledge and experiences, while contributing to the success of an organization that values high performance, professionalism, and growth enhancement. Excellent leadership skills, strong analytical and interpersonal communication skills and communicates well with all levels of management both internally and externally.

Science Teacher (provisional) 8th Grade / Mathematics Teacher 8th Grade - Paulding County School District - Austin Middle School - Douglasville, GA

(2024-08 - 2025-05)

Social Studies Teacher Grade 5 / Math Teacher 5th Grade - Douglas County School District - Sweetwater Elementary School – Lithia Springs, GA

(2016-08 - 2024-05)

US History Teacher Grades 10 – 12 - Oakwood Digital Academy - Marietta, GA

(2016-08 - 2017-01)

Mathematics Teacher Grade 7 - Marietta City School District - Marietta, GA

(2006-01 - 2016-05)

• Collaborated with a team of instructors to create diagnostic activities
• Designed summative assessments
• Maintained and demonstrated a working knowledge of state and national standards in mathematics
• Supervised and advised student progress in mathematics
• Communicated effectively easily with subordinates, peers and supervisors

Substitute Teacher - Kelly Educational Services - Marietta, GA

(2015-10 - 2016-02)

World Studies Teacher Grades 6 and 7 - Cobb County School District - Marietta, GA

(2014-08 - 2015-05)

• Create history, government and economics lesson plans to meet Georgia learning standards
• Establish teaching environment with clear, consistent routines and expectations to foster autonomy and engagement
• Incorporate strategies to keep students engaged with the use of hands on activities and instructional videos
• Conduct collaborative class discussions and strategically aligned historic events to current US or world events
• Conduct parent teacher conferences to provide child's progress and build strong parent teacher relationships

Mathematics Teacher Grades 6, 7 and 8 - Cobb County School District - Marietta, GA

(2006-01 - 2014-08)

• Create math lesson plans, test and prep for future lessons
• Teach Connections Mathematics for students that did not meet Criterion Referenced Competency Test (CRCT) standards
• Encourage student participation in class activities
• Provide one-on-one assistance/tutoring to aid students in developing their skills
• Deep knowledge of Math subject and strong interest in teaching Math
• Utilize various teaching styles to ensure all students effectively grasp the subject matter

M.S - Teaching and Learning with Technology - Ashford University

B.S. - Social Science Education - University of South Florida