Lori L.

Gensch
CONTACT CAREER OBJECTIVE

989.233.7193 To obtain the position of K.C. Ling and Hemlock Elementary School Principal
and serve as an instructional leader by utilizing knowledge of evidence-based
practices, fostering a safe environment conducive to learning, championing
Lohon1@aol.com parental involvement, and integrating technology to prepare students for 21st
Century opportunities.

1960 S. Fordney Rd.

Hemlock, MI 48626
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CERTIFICATION
School Administrator Certificate
Elementary & Secondary Admin K-12
(ES)
Professional Education Certificate
Elementary K-5 (K-8 All Subjects Self-
Contained)
Early Childhood Education Pre K-K (ZA)
Reading (BT) K-8
Science (DX) 6-8
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in
Education, 2003
Central Michigan University
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Cumulative GPA: 4.0
Master of Education, 2008
Principalship
Saginaw Valley State University
GPA: 4.0
RECENT PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Project Based Learning (PBL)
Everyday Math 4 (EM4)
Implementation
Google Technology Integration
MAISA Writing Units
Michigan Council of Teachers of
Mathematics Conference
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
5th GRADE TEACHER | FREELAND ELEMENTARY
2003 - PRESENT | FREELAND, MI
Enhance student engagement by utilizing STEM activities to create and
maintain a collaborative learning environment
Develop and implement Project Based Learning (PBL) units to create authentic
learning experiences across content areas
Serve as a mentor teacher during implementation phase of the Math Common
Core State Standards and introduce colleagues to the 8 Mathematical Practices
Provide guidance and support while serving on the Math Leadership Team
Served as a facilitator at Math Nights to foster a positive home-school
partnership and assist with the transition to a new math program
Model math and writing lessons for colleagues and teachers from local school
districts
Design instruction tailored to student needs based on assessment data
Differentiate math, reading, and writing lessons for small groups of varying skill
levels based on Common Core State Standards
Sustain the Response to Intervention model to meet student academic needs
Create individual behavior plans and appropriate rewards and consequences
Cultivate an environment that encourages open communication with colleagues,
district leadership, students, parents, and community
Coordinate with staff to develop and implement school action plans
Led staff meetings related to school improvement goals and needs
assessments
Assisted in the development and budgeting for professional development
Completed program evaluation tool on existing math program
Analyzed student growth data and survey data to guide school improvement
efforts
Developed building school improvement plans
Collaborated with building leaders across the district to establish goal areas
COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT
K-8 Counselor Interview Committee
District Crisis Team
District Curriculum Council
District School Improvement Committee
Elementary Math Leadership Committee
Elementary School Improvement Co-Chair
Math Textbook Selection Committee
Math CCSS Implementation Team
Hemlock Youth Football Board Member
 Lori L. Gensch
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Matt Cairy
Superintendent
Freeland Community Schools
710 Powley Dr.
Freeland, MI 48623
Work Phone: 989.695.5527
E-mail: cairym@freelandschools.net

Tim Parson
Principal
Freeland Elementary School
710 Powley Dr.
Freeland, MI 48623
Work Phone: 989.695.5371
E-mail: parsont@freelandschools.net

Stacey Criner
Principal
Freeland Learning Center
K-6 Director of School Improvement
305 3rd Street
Freeland, MI 48623
Work Phone: 989.695.5721
E-mail: criners@freelandschools.net

Scott Harrison
Teacher
Freeland Elementary School
710 Powley Dr.
Freeland, MI 48623
Work Phone: 989.695.5371
E-mail: harrisons@freelandschools.net

Michele Miller
Freeland Parent
3725 Collingwood St.
Midland, MI 48642
Cell Phone: 989.633.9852
E-mail: millerm@freelandschools.net

Megan Coonan
Math Coach
Saginaw Intermediate School District
6235 Gratiot Rd.
Saginaw, MI 48638
Cell Phone: 989.529.3467
E-mail: mcoonan@sisd.cc