Jennifer Andrews

Many years of experience in education to drive student achievement and instructional excellence. Doctorate in Education with an emphasis in reading interventions. Master of Education in Educational Leadership, Reading, and Special Education.

Developed and implemented training with teachers at the elementary, middle, and high school levels in the Science of Reading to improve the reading levels of all students. Lead a team of instructional leaders at the district level, improving the reading ability of 95% of students within the program. Participated in leadership teams at several school sites and at the district level, guiding strategic direction and decision-making.

Designed a differentiated curriculum to improve student outcomes. Analyzed data to drive instructional decisions. Developed standards-based English Language Arts test items, ensuring validity and rigor in assessment design.

Instructional Leader - Guilford County School District - North Carolina

(2023-08)

• Designed a differentiated curriculum improving student outcomes in grades 1, 3, and 4.
• Analyzed data to drive instructional decisions in grades 1, 3, and 4.
• Served on the school leadership team, guiding strategic direction and decision-making.
• Contributed to the elementary IPS (Individual Plan of Study) team, helping design and implement effective instructional and intervention strategies.

Assessment Item Developer - North Carolina State University - North Carolina

(2024-11)

• Developed high-quality ELA test items aligned to standards, ensuring validity and rigor in assessment design.

Reading Specialist / Instructional Coach - Corona Norco Unified School District - California

(1999-09 - 2023-06)

• Led teacher coaching in ELA while engaging students in targeted instruction to improve performance.
• Developed and implemented training with teachers at the elementary, middle, and high school levels in the Science of Reading to improve the reading levels of all students.
• Lead a team of instructional leaders at the district level, improving the reading ability of 95% of students within the program.
• Worked as a Reading Specialist, using data to drive literacy instruction and accelerate student growth with grades 1-3.
• Designed a differentiated curriculum improving student outcomes in grades 1, 2, 7, and 8.
• Analyzed data to drive instructional decisions in grades 1, 2, 7, and 8.

Doctorate in Education - Education with emphasis in reading interventions - National University

Preliminary Administrative Services Credential - Educational Leadership - Concordia University

Special Education Mild/Moderate Credential - Special Education - Point Loma Nazarene University

Master of Science - Reading & Reading Specialist Credential & Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - California State University, Fullerton

Bachelor of Science - Finance - San Diego State University