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Jessica Willis

Bossier City,AL

Summary

Elementary School Teacher with experience teaching in grades 3, 4, and special education. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of best practices and modern approaches.

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Caddo Parish Board
Shreveport, Louisiana
08.2017 - Current
    • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
    • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
    • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
    • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
    • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
    • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
    • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.- Guidebook Lessons

Classroom Assistant

Starbase Louisiana - Barksdale AFB
Shreveport, Louisiana
10.2015 - 05.2017
    • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
    • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
    • Cleaned and organized art supplies and related materials.
    • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.

Inventory Specialist

Harrison Co.
Bossier City, Louisiana
03.2007 - 09.2015
    • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
    • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
    • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
    • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.

Security Officer

Southern Research Co.
Shreveport, Louisiana
05.2005 - 08.2006
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.

Crew Manager

Wilhite Distribution Co.
Shreveport, Louisiana
02.2005 - 09.2005
  • Supervised crew of six
  • Planned and organized crew duties
  • Maintained data log of daily activities
  • Available to answer after-hour calls

Education

Master of Arts -

ULM
Monroe, Louisiana
07.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Louisiana State University
Shreveport, Louisiana
05.2015

Skills

  • Student Needs Assessments
  • Teacher Training
  • Instructional Strategies

* Knowledge of Guidebooks

  • Setting Learning Targets
  • Professional Development
  • Special Education
  • Positive Interactions
  • Effective Working Relationships

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Caddo Parish Board
08.2017 - Current

Classroom Assistant

Starbase Louisiana - Barksdale AFB
10.2015 - 05.2017

Inventory Specialist

Harrison Co.
03.2007 - 09.2015

Security Officer

Southern Research Co.
05.2005 - 08.2006

Crew Manager

Wilhite Distribution Co.
02.2005 - 09.2005

Master of Arts -

ULM

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Louisiana State University
Jessica Willis