Experience

 

Jenifer StraussEnvironmental and Outdoor Education Teacher, Battle Creek Outdoor Education Center, Battle Creek Public Schools. Taught Environmental curriculum and outdoor skills to students in grades 3-6 in a residential education program.

 

Elementary Education Teacher, Ionia Public Schools, Ionia Michigan, 1987-1991. Taught sixth grade and second grade curriculum.

 

Professional Storyteller, Performances, workshops, long-term writing residencies, keynotes and programs in Storytelling for all ages, presenting over 300 programs annually 1991-present.

 

Speaker for the National Institute for Media and the Family. Speaking on topics that maximize the benefits and minimize the harm of media on individuals and families. www.mediawise.org

 

 

Educational Experience

 

Bachelors of Science in Environmental Education from The University of Michigan.

 

Secondary Education Teacher Certification in Biology from Michigan State University.

 

Elementary Education Teacher Certification from Western Michigan University.