Jennifer Loftin
About Jennifer Loftin
Jennifer Loftin serves as the Associate Director for Professional Development at Great Minds, a position she has held since 2019. She has an extensive academic background from Louisiana State University and Purdue University, along with previous experience in executive education.
Current Role at Great Minds
Jennifer Loftin serves as the Associate Director for Professional Development at Great Minds. She has held this position since 2019. In her role, she focuses on enhancing professional development initiatives within the organization. Her responsibilities include designing and implementing programs that support educators and improve instructional practices.
Previous Experience at Louisiana State University
Prior to her current role, Jennifer Loftin worked at Louisiana State University as a Program Coordinator for Executive Education in the E.J. Ourso College of Business. She held this position from 1999 to 2004, where she was involved in coordinating educational programs aimed at professional development for business executives.
Educational Background
Jennifer Loftin completed her Bachelor of Arts in English at Louisiana State University from 1992 to 1996. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in American Studies from Purdue University, studying from 1997 to 1999. She later earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Higher Education, Leadership and Research from Louisiana State University, completing her studies from 2004 to 2010.
Long-Term Role at Great Minds
In addition to her role as Associate Director, Jennifer Loftin has been with Great Minds as a Senior Manager for Professional Development since 2012. This position has allowed her to contribute significantly to the development and delivery of professional learning opportunities for educators, focusing on best practices in teaching and learning.