Mrs. Jerding

Hello Families!

 I am thrilled to be your student’s teacher this year! I cannot wait to start our 2nd-grade adventure. This year is going to be filled with phenomenal growth in academics and, most importantly, growth as a human!

I am a grateful transplant to Colorado from Illinois. After earning my BA in Graphic Arts from Winona State University in Minnesota, I packed up my car with my dog and headed to live on West Colfax.  After living in Colorado for a few years, I heard my calling to teach. I began my teaching/coaching career at Loveland Ski Area, instructing snowboarding. Shortly after, I earned my teaching certificate from Metro State.  While student teaching 3rd grade in Adams 12, I also coached varsity softball in the district. I spent my first two years teaching 5th-grade science and social studies in Colorado Springs.  After getting engaged, I moved back to Denver and taught 3rd grade in the district for six years.  This will be my fifth year at STEM Lab! 

Outside of school, I love spending time in the mountains.  My favorite hobby is mountain biking, and I also love snowboarding!  I love the meditation and thrill of being on my bike and board.  My wife and I have a teardrop trailer and have enjoyed the glamping life.  We have two young dogs, Charlee and Hank, that bring us so much joy.   I lost my soul dog, Maddox, in October 2020. Your child will probably hear a ton about him. I wrote a book with him as the main character, and I use this book to teach fiction.   My wife and I fill our buckets by fostering dogs for several dog rescues around Denver and volunteering at their events.   

I have my Professional License in K-6 education and an endorsement in Special Education.

Please feel free to contact me at jer015507@adams12.org