Jane Genzink

Jane Genzink serves as Teacher Internship Coordinator and Adjunct Instructor in the Education Department at Calvin University, where she oversees student teaching placements while teaching mathematics education courses. Her career began in P-12 Christian education before transitioning to teacher preparation.

Education includes:

• M.A. (Western Michigan University, 2000)
• B.A. (Calvin College, 1992)

Professional focus includes developing effective internship experiences for teacher candidates and improving mathematics pedagogy through grant-funded initiatives. Previously collaborated on multiple Michigan Department of Education Improving Teacher Quality grants focused on mathematics education, serving as project coordinator and classroom observer/coach. Teaching emphasizes practical instructional strategies for elementary and middle school mathematics.

Awarded Calvin University's Teaching Excellence Award for Adjunct Faculty (2017). Service includes membership in teacher education networks and advisory roles for regional educational initiatives.