Jason Grifka

Experience

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  Warren Consolidated Schools

  Aug 2005 - Jul 2022

  Teacher

  I instruct English, Social Studies/History, Mathematics, Reading, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) for middle school students. As part of this role, I design and update lesson plans and curricula, create classroom materials and examinations, and provide differentiated instruction for students with special learning needs. I also supervise after-school events, including sporting events, order materials, and serve on committees. In addition, I communicate extensively with caregivers/parents, administrators, and teachers, and conduct in-class and remote learning.Selected Accomplishments:• Designed and wrote question-based learning lessons for 6th grade mathematics classes. • Created mathematics exams in line with state standards and the district curriculum. • Guided the implementation of a new STEM program and curriculum for the school.• Authored a $20,000 grant for technology purchases and built the district’s first ‘classroom of the future,’ which was recognized by the board of education and became a model implemented across the district.• Co-wrote the 6th and 7th grade Social Studies curriculum and participated in textbook selection.• Served on a math committee and wrote the 8th grade math curriculum.• Achieved 95.6% of students meeting targets for common assessment and NWEA scores.• Nominated for the Presidential Award in Excellence in Math and Science Teaching.• Recognized with a DTE Energy Foundation award. Show less

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  HTC Global Services

  Aug 2022 - now

  Design and delivery specialist