Jennifer Pruss

jspruss@umich.edu • (248)884-8688 • Weebly Website

Certifications
Michigan Standard Elementary Certificate June
2020
Elementary: K-5 All Subjects, K-8 All Subjects Self Contained Classroom
Language Arts: K-8
Pursing English as a Second Language (ESL) Certification June
2023-Present

Education
Wayne State University Detroit,
MI Pursuing Masters of Education in
Teaching and Learning with a concentration in ESL June 2023-Present

University of Michigan Ann Arbor,

MI
Bachelors of Arts in Education with Elementary Certification April
2020

Teaching Experience
Ford Early Learning Center Ypsilanti,
Michigan
Spanish Dual Immersion Kindergarten Teacher August
2023-Present
● Planned and implemented engaging, hands on lessons based on Michigan State Standards and dual language
curriculum
● Built relationships with families by informing them of student progress and inviting them to participate in the
classroom
● Collaborated with dual language and Wayne State mentors to build upon my knowledge of teaching in a dual
language setting
● Contributed to Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings with information about students based on my
observations of their growth in the classroom
● Attended a dual language teaching conference, La Cosecha, where I toured other dual language schools in New
Mexico and attended seminars focused on dual language instructional best practices
IES Jaime de Sant Ángel Redován,
Spain
English Language Teacher October 2022-June
2023
● Created engaging lessons about US culture and speaking activities based on my understanding of my students’
lives and interests outside of the classroom
● Planned and executed a pen pal activity with a middle school in Cambridge, Boston to promote a deeper
understanding of American culture and interest in learning the English language
● Differentiated lessons to ensure that every student was able to gain confidence in the oral use of English
Virgen de Las Huertas Lorca,
Spain
English Language Teacher October 2021-June
2022
● Created and implemented interactive lessons focusing on the oral practice of the English language and on US
holidays and traditions
● Collaborated daily with English teachers to ensure that my lessons coincided with the school curriculum and met
the needs of my diverse range of students
● Built relationships with students and families, further enhancing our mutual interest of deepening both cultural and
linguistic knowledge
Jefferson Houston PreK-8 IB School Alexandria,
VA
Kindergarten Teacher August 2020-June
2021
● Utilized Virginia State Standards to create engaging, differentiated lessons within a virtual/hybrid capacity
● Collaborated with my grade-level team, instructional coaches, and the English Language Learner teacher to
improve upon instructional best practices to reach a wide array of student needs
● Generated student interest during lessons through the use of International Baccalaureate inquiry methods
● Built relationships with families and community stakeholders by being readily available to communicate and
inviting them to participate in the classroom
● Contributed to Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings with observations of students, with the goal of
helping them succeed in the classroom
● Attended professional development to learn about pedagogy and technological resources to meet the needs of my
students and to enhance learning experiences

Wines Elementary School Ann

Arbor, MI
Student Teacher, Young Fives September 2019- June
2020
● Created and taught engaging, hands-on lessons to facilitate whole group participation
● Targeted and instructed focus students based on their needs in varying subjects to meet Michigan State Standards
● Successfully led the classroom in absence of my mentor teacher, with substitute certification, due to established
rapport and routines with students
● Assisted my mentor teacher in the transition to virtual learning by leading morning meetings and posting science
lessons to SeeSaw and YouTube to help increase accessibility
Erikson Elementary School Ypsilanti,
MI
Teaching Intern, 3rd Grade January 2019-April
2019
● Facilitated full group instruction and small group instruction
● Guided small group reading and writing centers in order to target specific needs of students
● Developed skills relating to giving clear and concise directions and leading read alouds
Scarlett Middle School Ann Arbor, MI
Digital Teaching Technology Intern, 7th and 8th Grade September 2018-December 2018
● Created and implemented hands on lessons allowing students to gain a better understanding of digital literacy
Canadian International School Bangalore,
India
Teaching Intern, 7th Grade May 2018-June
2018
● Collaborated with lead teacher and other interns to create a three week experiential learning program focused on
increasing understanding of the culture in Bangalore
● Encouraged students to reflect on their experiential learning through student led discussions and journaling
● Designed and managed an independent journalism project focused on journalistic and creative writing skills to
produce a school newspaper
● Developed knowledge of various cultures through communicating and connecting with students and families of
various backgrounds
Related Volunteer Experience
Washtenaw County Youth Center Ann Arbor,
MI
Yoga Instructor January 2018-June
2018
● Guided yoga classes and led meditation sessions once per week in a juvenile detention facility at the Washtenaw
County Youth Center
● Engaged with teens to learn more about their personal lives to better instruct them and to build stronger
relationships with them
● Distributed informational handouts, including information about the physical and emotional benefits of meditation
and yoga, to encourage teens to continue the practice without a teacher present
Roseland Community Good News Daycare/The Pearl Project Chicago,
Illinois
Volunteer Teacher and Club Secretary February 2018-February
2020
● Collaborated with collegiate peers to create a club, The Pearl Project, dedicated to sending college students to
volunteer at Roseland Community Good News Daycare, a low cost child care service for families of low
socio-economic status
● Maintained success of Pearl Project through keeping track of points, taking notes at meetings, and organizing
fundraising events to raise money and increase awareness of the needs of the Roseland community
● Led a group of children ages 4-7 in hands-on daily educational activities
● Developed relationships with parents in the program leading me to better understand the greater community of the
South Side of Chicago
Related Work Experience
Au Pair Santander,
Spain
Child Care Provider June 2022-August
2022
● Lived with family in Spain and provided childcare for 8 month old baby and 3 year old child
● Immersed children in the English language through daily routines and English games
Alumni Center Ann Arbor,
MI
Educational Content Curator June 2018-April
2019
● Collaborated with other university students and faculty to launch The University of Michigan Alumni Center
website, an educational website to keep alumni informed of campus events and news
● Searched within each department to find educational content to publish on the Alumni Center website
● Participated in meetings with the marketing team in order to brainstorm and execute different methods of ensuring
the site’s success
Skills
● Proficient in Spanish
● CPR Certified