Overview
Work History
Education
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Jacki Reid Freeman

13300 Morris Road, Unit 80 Alpharetta,GA

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Lower School Curriculum & Instruction Coordinator

Wesleyan School
08.2022 - Current
  • Reached out to vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans for various subjects, ensuring content alignment with state standards.
  • Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with educators and administrators to review and modify existing programs.
  • Evaluated instructional materials, making recommendations for adoption based on relevance and effectiveness.
  • Facilitated sharing of best practices among educators through regular team meetings and collaborative planning sessions.
  • Designed course materials and supported implementation.

Lower School Librarian

Wesleyan School
08.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum-aligned research projects, fostering critical thinking among students.
  • Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
  • Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
  • Streamlined the library collection by conducting regular inventory checks and updating materials for relevance and currency.
  • Coordinated special events such as author visits and book fairs to heighten community engagement within the library setting.
  • Promoted digital literacy through training sessions on navigating online databases, and other web-based resources.

School Librarian

McGinnis Woods Country Day School
08.2007 - 07.2020
  • Created and implemented engaging and educational programs for students in grades PreK4-8th.
  • Increased library usage by developing reading programs and promoting library resources to students, teachers, and staff.
  • Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
  • Designed and refreshed children's educational displays, featured books, and interactive games.
  • Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
  • Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.
  • Prepared and announced words for school Spelling Bee.
  • Hosted Round 1 of GISA Middle School Spelling Bee.

Assistant to Principal

McGinnis Woods Country Day School
05.2005 - 08.2007
  • Toured prospective parents.
  • Assisted with Open House and Back to School affairs.
  • Researched teacher requested grant items for Parent Association.
  • Bolstered team morale through active listening skills that allowed colleagues to feel heard while sharing concerns or suggestions.
  • Assisted school principal with decision-making processes based on thorough research and analysis of available data.
  • Served as liaison for Parent Association and admissions.

Radio Board Operator

Salem Media of Georgia (WNIV 970/1400 AM)
06.2004 - 05.2005
  • Operated the board
  • Observed transmitter functions
  • Recorded traffic and news reports
  • Ensured programs and advertisements played properly
  • Ran EAS tests
  • Recorded programs for on-air usage.

Preschool Assistant Director

McGinnis Woods Country Day School
05.2004 - 05.2005
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
  • Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Maintained open communication with lead teachers to provide feedback on student progress and discuss potential areas for improvement.
  • Acted as a substitute teacher when needed, providing seamless continuity in the classroom learning experience.

Assistant Teacher

McGinnis Woods Country Day School
08.2003 - 06.2001
  • Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress for Reading & Math groups
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
  • Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
  • Planned and assisted students with preparation and distribution of class newspaper, The Lemonade Press.
  • Delivered supplementary lessons and practice assignments.

Leasing Coordinator

Club Car, Inc.
08.1999 - 06.2001
  • Supervised twelve national branches
  • Prepared lease agreements for customers
  • Maintained database for tracking leases
  • Verified branch leases for national inventory control manager
  • Scheduled transportation for delivery and pick-up of golf cars.

Health Benefits Advisor

Department of Veterans Affairs
06.1996 - 07.1999
  • Advised veterans of their benefits
  • Verified eligibility for hospital transfers
  • Completed decedent arrangements per family requests
  • Entered patient data for admissions and registrations
  • Scheduled appointments to over 20 specialties for patients
  • Paid travel vouchers to veterans for scheduled appointments.

Education

Certification in Broadcasting -

Atlanta Broadcast Institute
Marietta, GA
07.2002

Bachelors of Arts in Journalism -

Paine College
Augusta, GA
12.1997

Skills

  • Reference Services
  • Collection development
  • Digital Resources Management
  • Library Instruction
  • Curriculum support
  • Information Literacy
  • Presentation support
  • Assisting faculty research

Affiliations

  • Georgia Library Association (GLA)
  • Georgia Library Media Association (GLMA)
  • American Library Association (ALA)
  • Association of Independent School Librarians (AISL)
  • Judge for Round 2 of GISA Spelling Bee

Timeline

Lower School Curriculum & Instruction Coordinator

Wesleyan School
08.2022 - Current

Lower School Librarian

Wesleyan School
08.2020 - Current

School Librarian

McGinnis Woods Country Day School
08.2007 - 07.2020

Assistant to Principal

McGinnis Woods Country Day School
05.2005 - 08.2007

Radio Board Operator

Salem Media of Georgia (WNIV 970/1400 AM)
06.2004 - 05.2005

Preschool Assistant Director

McGinnis Woods Country Day School
05.2004 - 05.2005

Assistant Teacher

McGinnis Woods Country Day School
08.2003 - 06.2001

Leasing Coordinator

Club Car, Inc.
08.1999 - 06.2001

Health Benefits Advisor

Department of Veterans Affairs
06.1996 - 07.1999

Certification in Broadcasting -

Atlanta Broadcast Institute

Bachelors of Arts in Journalism -

Paine College
Jacki Reid Freeman