Jen Griffing is the Regional Early Literacy Specialist for State Support Team 9. Her role includes supporting districts in continuous improvement by providing professional learning opportunities and coaching in high quality, evidence-based literacy instruction and promoting strong school, family and community partnerships with a focus on language and literacy beginning at birth. She also serves as a member of the Ohio Family and Community Engagement Network, State Literacy Network, Literacy Advisory Council, Regional Literacy Support Team and Great Start for Great Futures Coalition.
Jen has a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from Malone University along with a K-12 Reading Endorsement. She earned a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Educational Leadership from Ashland University.