Elizabeth Jacobsen
About Elizabeth Jacobsen
Elizabeth Jacobsen is a Project Manager with a strong background in education and curriculum development. She holds a Master of Education in Mathematics Teacher Education and has extensive experience in both teaching and educational management.
Work at Great Minds
Elizabeth Jacobsen has been serving as a Project Manager at Great Minds since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various projects and ensuring they align with the company's educational objectives. Her experience in project management contributes to the effective execution of initiatives aimed at enhancing educational resources.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Jacobsen holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Mathematics Teacher Education from the University of Georgia, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Economics and a Bachelor's degree in German from the University of Georgia's Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, both completed from 2000 to 2004. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both mathematics and business principles.
Background in Education
Elizabeth Jacobsen has a decade of experience in the education sector, having worked as a High School Math Teacher at Cherokee County School District in Georgia from 2006 to 2016. During her tenure, she taught mathematics at Etowah High School, contributing to student learning and curriculum development. Her extensive teaching experience informs her current role in project management.
Previous Roles at Proximity Learning, Inc.
Prior to her current position, Elizabeth Jacobsen held multiple roles at Proximity Learning, Inc. She served as a Teacher from 2016 to 2019, then transitioned to Lead Teacher for a year in 2018. Following this, she worked as a Curriculum Specialist from 2019 to 2020, and later as L&D Manager of Curriculum from 2020 to 2021. In these roles, she developed instructional materials and professional development programs for virtual educators.
Professional Development Initiatives
Elizabeth Jacobsen developed a comprehensive onboarding and professional development program for 700 virtual educators during her time at Proximity Learning, Inc. This initiative aimed to enhance the skills and effectiveness of educators in a virtual learning environment. Her expertise in instructional design and data utilization supports her ability to create impactful educational programs.