Jason Grifka

Jason Grifka

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Highly Experienced Education & Learning Professional

  • Education

    • Oakland University

      2005 - 2007
      Master of Education - MEd Educational Studies (Math Focus)

      Math focus

    • Central Michigan University

      2013 - 2015
      Master of Arts - MA Teaching

      Educational/Instructional Technology

    • Central Michigan University

      2000 - 2004
      Bachelor of Science - BS Elementary Education and Teaching

      Mathematics major, Reading minor, graduated cum laude

  • Experience

    • 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

    • HTC Global Services

      Aug 2022 - now
      Design and delivery specialist
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Design and Modeling Instructor

      Project Lead The Way
    • App Creators Instructor

      Project Lead The Way
    • Computer Science for Innovators and Makers instructor

      Project Lead The Way
    • Video Interview Tips

      LinkedIn
      Jun 2022
      View certificate certificate
    • Medical Detectives Instructor

      Project Lead The Way
    • Lego Mindstorms certified teacher

      LEGO Education