Jalisa M. Kale
Hope Hickory Church
Kings Mountain,NC
15
years of professional experience
Teacher an Worship Minister with a background in instructional technology, virtual course design, and educator training. Brings strengths in planning engaging lessons, organizing learning materials, and supporting students through clear structure and communication. Combines technology integration with classroom-ready instruction to support thoughtful, well-organized religious education.
Work History
Worship Minister
4 Years 1 Month- Led worship services and built weekly orders of worship in partnership with the pastor.
- Trained volunteer vocalists and developed an AVL team training schedule to strengthen technical and musical readiness.
- Established worship ministry systems and processes to support consistent execution and smoother team coordination.
- Coordinated 27 volunteer schedules weekly to support worship coverage and team readiness.
- Onboarded new team members and built relationships across the ministry to strengthen engagement and retention.
- Facilitated quarterly workshops on discipleship and core values while contributing in weekly staff leadership meetings.
Virtual Science Instructor
11 Years 9 Months- Planned and delivered virtual science lessons for Chemistry, Physical Science, Earth Science, and Biology students.
- Adapted instruction for varying readiness levels and provided detailed feedback to strengthen content mastery.
- Tracked [number] student inquiries weekly while answering course questions and grading submitted work.
- Participated in department, school, district, and parent meetings to support communication across stakeholders.
Digital Learning Coordinator
2 Years 9 Months- Managed monthly Canvas support requests for students and staff across the district.
- Led quarterly educator workshops on digital learning tools and classroom integration.
- Planned and facilitated professional development sessions for educators on digital learning practices.
- Administered Canvas root and sub-accounts, including user and role administration for district users.
- Supported virtual science instructors with Canvas course design, instructional guidance, and ongoing training.
- Coordinated technology pilots with high school instructors and supported district robotics team-building activities.
Instructional Support Coach/Life Skills Coordinator
2 Years 5 Months- Facilitated professional development sessions quarterly to strengthen educator practice and course rigor.
- Tracked client progress monthly through communication with parents and court counselors.
- Led PLCs to shift instructor culture toward expeditionary learning and stronger classroom engagement.
- Observed classroom instruction and delivered targeted feedback to improve innovation and rigor.
- Assisted with piloting new technology alongside classroom instructors to support instructional adoption.
- Collaborated with JCPC to deliver interpersonal skills instruction for juveniles at Turning Point Academy.
- Attended monthly JCPC meetings to review student needs and coordinate progress updates with stakeholders.
Area Administrator
1 Year 4 Months- Coordinated stakeholder communication with students, leaders, parents, and committee members to keep updates clear and timely.
- Managed campership, fundraising, and donor funds with careful recordkeeping and discretion.
- Used Microsoft Office to organize correspondence, track administrative tasks, and support day-to-day office operations.
Secondary Science Instructor
6 Years 8 Months- Adapted instruction to meet varied learner needs through differentiated classroom strategies and steady pacing.
- Developed curriculum materials that supported face-to-face learning across multiple science subjects.
- Used instructional design to strengthen engagement and improve clarity across classroom activities.
Education
Master of Divinity (M.Div.) - Christian Education-Gardner
GPA: 3.78
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Biology
GPA: 3.571
Skills
Learning management system
Canvas administration
Articulate
Microsoft Office
User and role administration
Professional development
Coaching educators
Workshop facilitation
Presentation skills
Curriculum development
Course development
Instructional design
Lesson planning
Project coordination
Stakeholder communication
Curriculum mapping
Delivering synchronous and asynchronous course instruction
LEADERSHIP
- Jefferson Elementary PTO Secretary-2023
- Cleveland County Schools-Science Liaison 2022-Present
- SDSA Secretary- Gardner-Webb University 2020-2021
- SDSA Vice President -Gardner-Webb University 2021-2022
Timeline
Worship Minister
Hope Hickory Church
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
Digital Learning Coordinator
Cleveland County Schools
08.2022 - 05.2025Read More
Instructional Support Coach/Life Skills Coordinator
Cleveland County Schools
01.2020 - 06.2022Read More
Area Administrator
Cleveland County Young Life
09.2018 - 01.2020Read More
Virtual Science Instructor
Cleveland County Schools
08.2014 - 05.2026Read More
Secondary Science Instructor
Cleveland County Schools
08.2011 - 04.2018Read More
Elizabeth City State University
Bachelor of Science (BS) from Biology
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Webb University School of Divinity
Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Christian Education-Gardner
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