James Jackson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile and passionate student-focused leader committed to engaging students and building strong relationships in order to inspire and educate. Organized and focused professional willing to go the extra mile to help students both inside and outside classroom.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor
Leo High School
Chicago, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to instruct students on the principles of Civic Engagement, Financial Literacy and Journalism
- Worked in conjunction with College/Career Coach to create a curriculum for Juniors and Seniors that can be applied to life after high school
- Assisted with creating positive Culture and Climate by utilizing Restorative Justice techniques
- Created student-led podcasts to amplify student voices
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience
- Monitored student behavior in order to maintain an effective teaching environment
- Organized field trips related to course topics in order to provide hands-on learning opportunities outside the classroom
Restorative Justice Coordinator
Joseph Warren Elementary School
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided academic/behavior support to Diverse Learners
- Assisted Dean of Students with coordinating Peace Circles as an alternative to out of school suspensions
- Facilitated workshops for Character Education class
- Mentored male students in school-based Boys to Men after school mentoring program
Instructional Advisor/Student Support Services
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL
12.2017 - 01.2022
- Provided proactive learning solutions for first generation and low-income college students
- Structured informative workshops to enhance learning in the classroom
- Planned educational field trips that correlated to the classroom experience
- Recruited new students to the program from High School and within the University
- Utilized Blumen Program to track student progress as will as student participation in the program
- Supervised Student Tutors and Peer Mentors by organizing study sessions or guidance for students in need of assistance
Youth Intervention Specialist
Percy L. Julian High School
Chicago, IL
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Implemented and coordinated ISS program geared towards using restorative practices to resolve conflicts as an alternative to out of school suspensions
- Assisted counseling department with coordinating and attending college tours
- Coached paraprofessionals in using OSEL practices in the classrooms
- Coordinated incentive based program with our attendance office to promote a positive culture and to enhance our attendance data
Director of Culture and Climate
Gresham School of Excellence
Chicago, IL
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Supervised morning entry, breakfast, lunch, recess, dismissal, and transitions to ensure positive interactions and calm entry into academic classes
- Facilitated restorative approaches to discipline including peer mediation and circles
- Supervised Educational Support Personnel in the role of issuing late passes, ensuring students who are removed from class complete reflections, generating daily detention lists, and ensuring students are in uniform
- Developed mentoring program that catered to the academic and social emotional needs of students
- Organized high school and career fairs as well as college tours
- Led weekly climate team meetings and monthly Culture and Climate meetings to engage multiple stakeholders in learning walks, data analysis, and creating a positive school culture
- Facilitated regular meetings to set and reset student cultures, announce incentives, address concerns, and promote student voice
- Created school-wide incentives, competitions, and events to promote positive behavior
- Tracked and input individual student behavior in Verify
- Attended monthly building-wide safety meetings to actively partner on fire drills, lockdowns, and special events
Education
B.A.S. Sociology -
National Louis University
Skills
- Restorative Practices Implementation
- Facilitation
- Conflict resolution to address student issues
- Ability to clearly present and explain education material to students
- Classroom management skills, ensuring a positive learning environment for everyone
- Lesson preparation and planning
- Patience and empathy for student concerns
Organizations
P.I.L.L.A.R.S. Mentoring Founder
Certification
ISBE Paraprofessional License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructor
Leo High School
08.2022 - Current
Restorative Justice Coordinator
Joseph Warren Elementary School
01.2022 - 08.2022
Instructional Advisor/Student Support Services
Roosevelt University
12.2017 - 01.2022
Youth Intervention Specialist
Percy L. Julian High School
09.2016 - 09.2017
Director of Culture and Climate
Gresham School of Excellence
08.2014 - 08.2016
B.A.S. Sociology -
National Louis University
ISBE Paraprofessional License
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