Jackolyn Farmer
Lead Teacher, Teacher Leadership Representative
Austin,TX
Summary
Dedicated, Experienced and Mission Oriented Teacher Leader offering training and support solutions for learning program development and school culture improvement that empowers the student population to thrive in college and beyond! Enjoys collecting information on various learning systems to compare effectiveness and implement next-level, research based approaches. Actively assesses expressed needs of stakeholders to guide program research and creation. Uses diversity, equity and inclusionary practices to develop systemic programming that is relationships-based and designed for long-term sustainability and efficacy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Lead Teacher- 7th Grade Science
Kipp Texas Public Schools
Austin, TX
07.2014 - Current
- Provided high quality, TEKS standards aligned science curriculum, resulting in student achievement growth of 2+ years in 6th and 7th grade science (according to NWEA reporting categories from norm-referenced MAP testing data)
- Routinely gathers data on instructional practices and classroom climate to improve educational outcomes and instructional climate for students.
- Established student management systems and routines to create safe, purposeful and inclusive classroom environment.
- Ensured compliance and implemented required students supports as determined by IEPs, student 504 plans and RTI student support plans.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives aligned to Texas teaching standards.
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on feedback from peers, parents, students and school leaders.
- Offered clear and constructive positive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior and bullying with emphasis on restorative practices and academic achievement and growth.
- Established first of its kind free for students non-fiction digital library with access to high quality science non-fiction texts.
- Utilizes Google Suite Tools and Google Classroom to improve student technology skills.
- Served on school's Language Proficiency Assessment committee to advocated for necessary linguistic supports for students learning English.
- Delivered lessons aligned to Diversity, equity and inclusionary practices to support leadership goals aligned to social justice initiatives and social-emotional support.
Grade Level Leadership Representative
Kipp Texas Public Schools
Austin, TX
07.2016 - Current
- Support school culture initiatives and maintain grade level focus on instructional goals by designing innovative, grade level instructional systems that support high quality academic programming, positive student discipline, school attendance, character and literacy growth.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers resulting in increased student satisfaction as cited on student satisfaction surveys.
- Assisted school leaders in creation of school-wide, low cost data collection system for Multi-Tiered Systems of Support for behavioral and academic progress monitoring.
- Coordinate and manage required testing procedures and communicated logistics related to standardized testing protocols for grade levels.
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote relationship based engagement with students, families and community organizations.
- Supported school leaders with establishing grade level procedures for reporting and investigating instances of bullying and harassment in accordance with David's Law. Intervene with support when necessary, assist with administration of disciplinary actions.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans related to school leaders' annual goals.
- Created systems to support schoolwide literacy initiative including obtaining free or low-cost reading materials, free virtual library for non-fiction texts and assisting in management of Accelerated Reader in grade levels.
- Collaborated with school leadership to develop and manage functional budgets within allocated annual grade level funds.
- Monitored student academic progress by Verifying and communicating student grades, attendance and schedules, resulting in increased parent satisfaction with school related communication in grade levels and overall improvement of student GPA.
- Planned and executed overnight field trips for groups of over 100 students.
- Assist school leader with new staff interviews and new staff orientation.
Mentor Teacher
Kipp Texas Public Schools
Austin, TX
12.2018 - Current
- Assisted school leadership team with onboarding for new school leaders, new teachers, teaching fellows, student teachers with emphasis on sustainability and long-term staff retention resulting in Full time hires for 100% of mentored teaching staff.
- Classroom practices were filmed and used in numerous training videos for multiple agencies across state of Texas including Education Service Center Region 13 and Texas Effective Schools Framework managed by Texas Education Agency (TEA)
- Provided instructional coaching for science and literacy content to new staff.
- Trained teachers on effective, research-based teaching techniques, management strategies and positive behavior modification practices.
- Created, managed and implemented gradual release plans for new teachers.
- Served as district-level, new teacher coach for summer onboarding and developmental programs.
- Provided training to new staff for schoolwide operational procedures including best practices for use of Google Classroom and G-Suite tools.
- Consulted district and school level leadership for best practices in transitioning to virtual learning during onset of remote learning during Covid-19 isolation.
- Modeled and provided "real-time" coaching for behavior management and additional classroom management procedures.
Middle School Science Curriculum Fellow
Kipp Austin Public Schools
Austin, TX
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Created and modified rigorous official district level quarterly assessments for 6th and 7th grade science aligned to Texas science teaching standards.
- Facilitated quarterly district-level data analysis professional development for small (3-5) groups of science teachers across district, assisting district leaders with instructional management.
- Assess and analyze quarterly assessment data at district level to support curriculum leaders on core content materials including annual scope and sequence, district assessments and assessed quarterly standards.
- Planned and executed professional development sessions for 5th-12th grade science teachers in secondary language acquisition best practices across district.
- Encouraged other teachers in district to pilot innovative science teaching practices including phenomena-based experiential learning and 5E methodology
- Collaborate with teachers, department chairs and instructional leaders to implement interventions and instructional supports to improve student outcomes.
5th Grade Literacy and Science Teacher
Jones County School District
Laurel , Mississippi
07.2013 - 05.2014
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Delivered variety of planned learning experiences using diverse media and methods and motivated students to learn and use time wisely.
- Devised and presented lessons that accommodated differences in student learning styles and ability levels as aligned to National Common Core State Standards for 5th grade reading and science.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-12, Elementary Education K-6
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS 05.2009 - 05.2012
Associate of Science - General Studies
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS 08.2007 - 05.2009
Skills
Student Centered, Positive Classroom and Behavior Management
Social and Emotional Learning Support
Experience with Diversity, Equity and Inclusionary Practices
Establish Rapport New Staff, Students and Families
Microsoft Office, G-Suite, Instructional Technology Proficient
Responsive to Grade Level Student Culture with Urgency
Science and Literacy Academic Achievement
Independent Self-Starter Lifelong Learner
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Recognized as a Distinguished Educator by KIPP Texas from 2019-2022 school years
- Recognized as a High Performing, Highly Effective Educator by KIPP Austin Public Schools during 2017-2019 school years.
- Nominated for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science in 2018.
Certification
Highly Qualified Teaching Certification- Special Education- Mild Moderate Disabilities
Timeline
Highly Qualified Teaching Certification- Special Education- Mild Moderate Disabilities
03-2022
Mentor Teacher
Kipp Texas Public Schools
12.2018 - Current
Grade Level Leadership Representative
Kipp Texas Public Schools
07.2016 - Current
Middle School Science Curriculum Fellow
Kipp Austin Public Schools
05.2015 - 05.2018
Lead Teacher- 7th Grade Science
Kipp Texas Public Schools
07.2014 - Current
5th Grade Literacy and Science Teacher
Jones County School District
07.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-12, Elementary Education K-6
University of Southern Mississippi
05.2009 - 05.2012
Associate of Science - General Studies
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
08.2007 - 05.2009