Elizabeth Jacobsen
Senior Project Manager, Operations at Great Minds- Claim this Profile
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Aron Hill
Elizabeth stands out as among the top 5 hardworking, thorough and highly organized people that I’ve had the pleasure to work with. In addition to her stellar work ethic, she is also an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of education. Elizabeth’s work regularly reflects a true understanding of classroom dynamics because she understands and has experienced firsthand the many facets of instructional design and delivery. She also maintains an up to date knowledge of how to leverage diverse digital tools to drive student mastery and truly enjoys this process of research and learning which is needed to drive innovation. Elizabeth is a strong and effective people leader as well - she is empathetic, has high emotional intelligence and always strives to lead by example.
Aron Hill
Elizabeth stands out as among the top 5 hardworking, thorough and highly organized people that I’ve had the pleasure to work with. In addition to her stellar work ethic, she is also an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of education. Elizabeth’s work regularly reflects a true understanding of classroom dynamics because she understands and has experienced firsthand the many facets of instructional design and delivery. She also maintains an up to date knowledge of how to leverage diverse digital tools to drive student mastery and truly enjoys this process of research and learning which is needed to drive innovation. Elizabeth is a strong and effective people leader as well - she is empathetic, has high emotional intelligence and always strives to lead by example.
Aron Hill
Elizabeth stands out as among the top 5 hardworking, thorough and highly organized people that I’ve had the pleasure to work with. In addition to her stellar work ethic, she is also an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of education. Elizabeth’s work regularly reflects a true understanding of classroom dynamics because she understands and has experienced firsthand the many facets of instructional design and delivery. She also maintains an up to date knowledge of how to leverage diverse digital tools to drive student mastery and truly enjoys this process of research and learning which is needed to drive innovation. Elizabeth is a strong and effective people leader as well - she is empathetic, has high emotional intelligence and always strives to lead by example.
Aron Hill
Elizabeth stands out as among the top 5 hardworking, thorough and highly organized people that I’ve had the pleasure to work with. In addition to her stellar work ethic, she is also an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of education. Elizabeth’s work regularly reflects a true understanding of classroom dynamics because she understands and has experienced firsthand the many facets of instructional design and delivery. She also maintains an up to date knowledge of how to leverage diverse digital tools to drive student mastery and truly enjoys this process of research and learning which is needed to drive innovation. Elizabeth is a strong and effective people leader as well - she is empathetic, has high emotional intelligence and always strives to lead by example.
Credentials
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2022 Core Product Certified
SmartsheetAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
2021 Core App
SmartsheetJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
AP Microeconomics/Macroeconomics Certification
The College BoardJul, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
ESOL Endorsement
Georgia Professional Standards CommissionDec, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Economics (6-12)
Georgia Professional Standards CommissionMar, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Gifted Endorsement In-Field
Georgia Professional Standards CommissionAug, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Mathematics (6-12)
Georgia Professional Standards CommissionAug, 2006- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Great Minds
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Project Manager, Operations
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Feb 2023 - Present
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Project Manager
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Jan 2022 - Feb 2023
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Proximity Learning, Inc.
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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200 - 300 Employee
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L&D Manager of Curriculum
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May 2020 - Nov 2021
• Manage a team of 25 instructional designers to develop materials in Canvas LMS aligned to state standards across core subjects, world language and American Sign Language. Increased course offerings 300% in 3 years, while staying within budget.•Spearhead product training for internal management and sales teams to drive a triple revenue growth within 15 months.•Provide virtual and on-site client consulting to enable better service delivery and enhanced client relationships•Work with Client Success and Support Team to implement and manage online instruction. •State standards expertise, including Common Core, Georgia Standards of Excellence, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, and Virginia Standards of Learning.•Architect of PLI Teacher Onboarding Courses. Manage continuous Professional Development of 700 Teachers in the areas of Instructional Strategies, Digital Tools and SEL. •Manage the purchase and rollout of learning applications for teachers, including Nearpod, USATestPrep, and MobyMax. •Manage Cognia Accreditation and AP course submissions
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Curriculum Specialist
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Jul 2019 - May 2020
• Provided virtual and on-site client consulting to enable better service delivery and enhanced client relationships• Worked with Client Success and Support Team to implement and manage online instruction.• Managed and implemented professional development workshops for all PLI faculty• Supported teachers in aligning PLI course materials to state standards • Developed curriculum budget and oversaw detailed plan for each project with all projects completed on-time and within budget
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Lead Teacher
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Feb 2018 - Jul 2019
• Supported the Department Chair by running meetings, training new teachers and sharing relevant and timely information to colleagues.• Served as mentor for new teachers, providing them with systems training and ongoing support.• Provided curricular support to the curriculum development team.• Created professional development workshops based on observed areas of concern and improvement
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Teacher
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Jun 2016 - Jul 2019
o AP Statistics, AP Calculus, Pre-calculus, Algebra 2, Algebra Functions Data Analysis, Algebra 1, Math 1, Math Models
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Cherokee County School District - GA
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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High School Math Teacher
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Jul 2006 - Jun 2016
Provide instruction; encourage and assess student achievement and progress; and manage the learning environment effectively. Geometry, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Applied Algebra, Applied Problem Solving, Common Core Math 1, Common Core Math 2 Provide instruction; encourage and assess student achievement and progress; and manage the learning environment effectively. Geometry, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Applied Algebra, Applied Problem Solving, Common Core Math 1, Common Core Math 2
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Etowah High School
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Woodstock, GA
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Teacher - Mathematics, AP Economics
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Jul 2006 - Jun 2016
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Education
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2005 - 2009
University of Georgia - College of Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Mathematics Teacher Education -
2000 - 2004
University of Georgia - Franklin College of Arts and Sciences
Bachelor's degree, German -
2000 - 2004
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Economics
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