JENNIFER BLACK

14041 S. Elk Horn Peak Dr. ~ Riverton, UT 84096

801.446.5443 ~ jennifer.black@jordandistrict.org
Professional Portfolio ~ https://www.jenniferblack.weebly.com
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Administrative Intern, Copper Mountain Middle School, Jordan School District
December 2014 - March 2015
Audited core subject curriculum and instruction through classroom observations and
teacher interviews
Consulted with Assistant Principal to create and present faculty professional development
on addressing the needs of at-risk students
Organized school-wide Veterans appreciation activity including multi-media presentation,
classroom coordination of schedules and materials, and collaboration with community
members.
Conducted teacher survey to collect data on the effectiveness of the school wide
intervention program, counseled with leadership, and presented results to the faculty
which resulted in the generation of ideas to solve perceived problems
Monitored PLC meetings for data reliance and student focus
Fulfilled Assistant Principal duties including student discipline and working with parents
Administrative Intern, Oquirrh Elementary School, Jordan School District
May 2014 August 2014
Updated safety protocols and presented to teachers during professional development
meeting.
Presented safety protocols to PTA and petitioned for help with new safety supplies
Provided support for new principal during teacher professional development week
Evaluated employment applications, recommended and assisted in conducting interviews
resulting in three successful new teachers hired
Apprised patrons of placement in full day kindergarten classes and necessary track
changes
Audited core subject curriculum and instruction through classroom observations and
teacher interviews
Administered student discipline including situations arising from behavior unit students
Administrative Intern, Oquirrh Hills Middle School, Jordan School District
December 2013 March 2014
Counseled students with attendance issues, helped them set goals for improvement, and
followed up to assess progress
Collaborated with students and parents to evaluate work completion and set goals for
improvement
Supported presenters, teachers, and students during school-wide career day

Acquired training in teacher evaluation protocol (JPAS) in a middle school setting

Monitored PLC meetings for data reliance and student focus
Deliberated on student discipline including the use of student search protocol
Encouraged team building and positive school climate by assisting with teacher
celebrations

Administrative Intern, Southland Elementary School, Jordan School District

September 2013 - December 2013
Compiled student data notebooks
Interviewed applicants for school collaboration aides
Represented Administration during special education meetings including IEP, Youth in
Custody and 504 plans
Advised School Community Council on proper procedure and District bond
Acquired information and resources to assist teacher needing emergency leave
Fulfilled Assistant Principal duties including student discipline and working with parents
Collaborated with parent organization to plan and carry out fun run and fundraiser
assemblies
Counseled with Assistant Principal in deescalating high risk situation involving parental
custody
Multi-Grade Lead Teacher- 1stand 2nd Grade, Majestic Elementary, Jordan School District
2015-Present
Provide leadership in the collection and analysis of data
Lead the creation and implementation of team and grade-level goals
Make informed instructional decisions that meet the specific needs of teachers and
students
Facilitate team discussions about improving instructional practices
Support colleagues to implement instructional strategies effectively
Assist colleagues in advancing their instructional skills by providing resources and
feedback
Provide the necessary information, encouragement and support for team development
Collaborate with principal and coaches to address team, grade-level and instructional
issues
Plan and facilitate weekly team meetings focused on discussion and evaluation of student
growth and teachers use of instructional strategies
Team Lead, Majestic Elementary, Butterfield Canyon Elementary, Jordan School District
2012-2015
Acted as liaison between administration and grade-level team to ensure effective
communication
Led the creation and implementation of grade-level goals
Facilitated the creation of grade-level curriculum maps
Collaborated with team to determine best practices for student achievement

Ensured grade-level data driven instruction by requesting specific data and discussion
during PLC meetings
Managed team supplies and budget
Conducted yearly audit of books and supplies
Trained Mentor Teacher, Jordan School District
2010- Present
Provided support to new teachers in becoming acclimated to a new school
Assisted teachers in developing effective teaching methods
Supported teachers through curriculum change
Leader in Me Lighthouse Committee Member, Butterfield Canyon, Jordan District
2013-2014
Oversaw school-wide implementation of the Leader in Me program
Improved school environment to encourage leadership focus
Designed and implemented morning music program to improve school climate
Provided teachers with education on their role in the Leader in Me program
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Second/ Third Grade Teacher, Majestic Elementary School, Jordan School District
2014-Present
Implemented reforms as part of the Turn Around Schools partnership with the University
of Virginia
Performed as English teacher in the Dual Immersion Spanish program
Provided highly effective, differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students in a
highly impacted, Title I school
Advanced knowledge of effective teaching strategies through training with Project
GLAD and Anita Archers Explicit Instruction
Kindergarten Teacher, Butterfield Canyon Elementary School, Jordan School District
2009- 2014
Kindergarten Teacher, Foothills Elementary School, Jordan School District
2007-2009
Fifth and Sixth Grade Teacher, Copperview Elementary School, Jordan School District
1997-1999
RELEVANT BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE

Established and operated a successful home-based preschool from 2002 to 2007, which
included business management skills, curriculum development and ability to work with
parents and community members
Served as Foothills Elementary PTA President during the 2007-2008 school year,
overseeing PTA sponsored school-wide programs, as well as educating the community on
issues with school vouchers and the District split, and organizing a school board election
debate

EDUCATION

Master of Education with Administrative/Supervisory License

Southern Utah University, Cedar City, UT (3.97/4.0 GPA)
2013-2015

ESL Endorsement
Jordan School District partnership with Southern Utah University
2012-2013

Early Childhood Education Endorsement

Utah State Office of Education
2008- 2010

Bachelor of Science- Elementary Education

Weber State University, Ogden, UT (3.6/4.0 GPA)
1993-1997

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member, National Association of Elementary School Principals, 2015- Present

Member, National Education Association, Utah Education Association, and Jordan
Education Association, 2007- Present