Jenna Cramer

Bio

Jenna taught in a variety of school districts (Madison Metropolitan, Waunakee, Lodi) as a classroom teacher, ELL teacher, interventionist, reading teacher, reading specialist, literacy coach, and instructional coach. She is a passionate educator who is committed to supporting teachers, administrators, and students, especially traditionally marginalized groups. Jenna currently serves on the board of directors for the Wisconsin Association for Talented and Gifted.

Experience and Interests

Teaching

• Associate Lecturer, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (2021-present)
• Instructional/Literacy Coach (6-12), Lodi School District, Lodi, WI (2015-22)
• Literacy Coach/Reading Specialist (9-12), Waunakee School District, Waunakee, WI (2012-15)
• Middle School Teacher (ELA & Science) Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, WI (2009010)
• Elementary Teacher (ELL & Reading Teacher) Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, WI (2009-10)

Research Interests

• Access and Equity
• Advanced Learners
• Disciplinary Literacy
• Early Literacy
• Gifted & Talented
• Literacy Instruction
• Multilingual Learners

Certifications

Involvement

Professional Memberships

• Wisconsin Association of Talented & Gifted, Board of Directors (2022-present)
• National Association for Gifted Children, Member (2022-present)
• Wisconsin Council of Teachers of English, Member (2011-present)
• International Literacy Association, Member (2009-present)
• Wisconsin State Reading Association, Member (2002-present)