Jen Janke

Jen Janke has extensive experience in the education field. Jen started their career as a Speech and ESL Instructor at St. Augustine College in 1999 and then taught ESL classes at Joliet Junior College in 2000. From 2000 to 2005, they worked as an Instructor at Waubonsee Community College, where they taught ESL courses and led course and curriculum improvement.

After that, Jen worked at various school districts, including CUSD 303 and Aurora East School District 131, where they developed and delivered full curriculum with adaptations for special needs learners. Jen also analyzed testing data and educational outcomes for improved instruction.

In 2014, they joined City Colleges of Chicago as an Adult Education Manager, responsible for professional and curriculum development. Jen also managed the adult education program, supervised educators, and conducted group orientations.

Since 2015, Jen has been working at the Beaverton School District as an Instructor. Their responsibilities include providing professional and curriculum development to staff and students through a co-teaching model. Jen also handles parent communication, building leadership, and collaboration. During Virtual Summer School and the pandemic, they provided online instruction.

Additionally, Jen has some experience outside the education field. Jen worked as an Education Consultant at Metritech from 2001 to 2003 and as a Corporate Instructor at Exel in 2001. Before entering the education field, they worked as a Book Seller and Special Orders Manager at Barnes & Noble, Inc.

Overall, Jen Janke's extensive work experience showcases their expertise in curriculum development, professional development, and providing instruction to diverse student populations.

Jen Janke has a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Teaching Certificate in English from North Central College. Jen also holds a Master of Science degree in Education from Northern Illinois University.