Constance Jackson
Summary
Education Specialist and entrepreneur with a strong commitment to student and parent success as they navigate the world of literacy and build skills to become life-long learners. Skilled in lesson planning, setting goals, critical thinking, building vocabulary, positive community engagement to maintain a positive learning environment, and providing guidance to foster academic growth. Excellent record of effectively managing classroom dynamics and collaborating with school administrators and staff to ensure a cohesive educational experience. Well-versed in test administration including planning and scheduling, data management and analysis, compliance and training and support. Proven ability to manage behavior, track progress, and foster collaborative relationships with parents and school staff.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Partner Provider - Sewing and Design Instructor
Boys and Girls Club of Southeastern MI
Detroit, Michigan
08.2022 - Current
- Instructs students on hand sewing, sewing machine basics, fabric anatomy, seams and finishes, fastening and reading a pattern.
- Utilizes appropriate technology resources, including websites and software programs, to enhance sewing curriculum.
- Provides guidance to students throughout their sewing projects.
- Organizes and maintained a well-stocked classroom with all necessary supplies.
- Incorporates various teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations, discussions and hands-on activities.
ELA Master Teacher
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Detroit, MI
10.2018 - 07.2023
- Implemented Gr 7 and 8 students in EL Curriculum with fidelity to enhance their communication skills via listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Ensured rigorous instruction and assessments aligned with standards, accommodating diverse student needs.
- Enhanced student's ability to apply, analyze, evaluate and create through tasks implemented as per the EL Education Curriculum.
- Assisted students with building long-term skills for academic, social and emotional development.
- Collected and analyze meaningful data to help myself and instructional staff make informed instructional decisions.
- Conducted 1-on-1 classroom visits, coached K-8 teachers on implementing best practices to enhance instruction and promote student achievement using the EL Education Curriculum.
- Collected and analyze meaningful data to help instructional staff make informed instructional decisions.
- Provided support for classroom motivation and management strategies.
- Lead Professional Learning Communities, Common Planning, job-embedded and school-wide professional development for teachers and instructional staff (EL Education, technology, management, etc.) .
- Utilized I-Ready diagnostic assessment tools to evaluate student performance against grade level and national benchmarks. Established challenging yet attainable growth objectives and facilitated the implementation of appropriate instructional resources.
ELA Teacher
Detroit Public School Community District
Detroit, OR
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Helped develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.
- Educated students on spelling, grammar and language rules through developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Assisted students with building long-term skills such for academic, social and emotional development.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
- Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Employed assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
ELA Instructional Specialist
Detroit Public School Community District
Detroit, Michigan
09.2006 - 10.2016
- Implemented an intensive cycle of ELA content support through targeted job-embedded assistance, such as classroom observations, co-teaching, modeling, and co-planning, to enhance teacher and school leader performance.
- Assisted teachers and school leaders in analyzing data (screening, diagnostic, formative, and summative) and identifying necessary academic supports.
- Helped establish protocols and procedures to analyze student work periodically and identify specific areas in need of improvement.
- Designed and facilitated targeted professional learning as a means to increase teacher capacity and effectiveness in schools.
- Participated in professional learning; attended seminars and conferences.
- Collaborated with other members of the Schools Instructional Leadership Team.
- Assisted with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the district’s professional learning activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Informational Technology
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12.1995
Bachelor of Arts - English Education - Grades 6-12
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12.1992
References
- Cornelius Pearson ~ DPSCD - Former Carstens Academy, Principal ~ 313-410-5527
- Brittany Bodley-Westbrooks ~ Program Director - Talent and Innovation - Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan - Brittany.Bodley@BGCSM.org
Certification
- Michigan Professional Teaching Certificate - English (BA) 6-12
- Michigan Professional Teaching Certificate - History (CC) 6-12
Timeline
Partner Provider - Sewing and Design Instructor
Boys and Girls Club of Southeastern MI
08.2022 - Current
ELA Master Teacher
Detroit Public Schools Community District
10.2018 - 07.2023
ELA Teacher
Detroit Public School Community District
09.2016 - 10.2018
ELA Instructional Specialist
Detroit Public School Community District
09.2006 - 10.2016
Master of Arts - Informational Technology
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Education - Grades 6-12
Wayne State University
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