Jenifer Parrow
 parr2531@plattsburgh.edu
Profile
"I have no special talent. I am only passionately
curious." -Albert Einstein
Education
Bachelor of Arts in English Language Arts
Plattsburgh State University of New York
Degree Completion: December, 2010
Master of Science in Adolescence Education (7-12)
Concentration: English
Plattsburgh State University of New York
Anticipated Degree Completion: Spring, 2019
Pre-Professional Experience
02/2018 - present
Practicum
Beekmantown Central School District, Beekmantown,
NY
Observe and assist in innovative and engaging
lesson plans and activities, increasing student
learning motivation and effectiveness.
Employ assessment tools and proactive
strategies to improve instruction methods.
Certificates
Dignity for All Students
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Teaching Assistant Certification
Related experience
2011 – 2014
Substitute Teacher
Peru Central School District, Peru, NY
Communicated effectively with students,
colleagues and superiors to ensure students were
provided with the highest quality education.
Employed positive interaction with students to
cultivate relationships, and gain trust to ensure a
beneficial learning environment.
Maintained flexibility in every aspect of the job,
and adapted in creative and innovative manners.
2014 – 2017
Teacher's Assistant
Peru Central School District, Peru, NY
Assisted the teacher in organizing class materials,
monitoring students' academic performance and
engagement, and facilitating class activities.
Designed and implemented lessons to provide
students with learning experiences that promote
their cognitive and social development.
Instructed and supported a diverse population of
students with specific learning disabilities.
2014 – 2015
After-School Workshop Coordinator
Peru Central School District, Peru, NY
Collaborated with teachers to develop an
effective and age appropriate curriculum.
Planned and organized interactive and
educational activities.
2015
1:1 Instructional Assistant (Special Education)
Peru Central School District, Peru, NY
Designed and implemented hands on,
simulation, and technological approaches to
subject matter to engage student in active
learning.
Provided differentiated instruction to student,
addressing learning needs specific to traumatic
brain injury.
Collaborated with a diverse team of professionals
to provide high quality instruction.