Jessica Barasa
Clearwater,USA
Summary
Specialist in content development with over a decade of experience in 6-12 education, focused on curriculum design, assessment development, test construction, and educational measurement. Brings item writing experience and leverages AI-powered tools to support large-scale assessments aligned with educational standards. Uses strong communication, creativity, and organizational skills to design innovative, engaging curriculum that fosters student growth and curiosity. Collaborative, adaptable, and committed to staying current with educational trends and delivering impactful educational solutions.
Overview
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1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
English/Reading Teacher Grades 6-10
Pinellas County Schools
01.2014 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging curricula aligned with educational standards, translating complex concepts into accessible, actionable lessons.
- Developed differentiated instructional materials addressing diverse learner needs.
- Evaluated learning outcomes and adapted instruction dynamically, fostering continuous improvement and enhancing learner success.
- Leveraged technology and digital tools to develop interactive, multimedia learning experiences that increased engagement and retention.
- Designed assessment tools for effective measurement of learning outcomes; created FAST style questions for district-required texts using AI-powered tools.
Server/Bartender Trainer
Various Restaurants
Clearwater, FL
01.1996 - 01.2014
- Trained new staff on systems and service standards to enhance service consistency and knowledge retention.
- Collaborated with fast-paced teams in high-pressure environments to address and resolve real-time challenges.
- Adapted communication styles to engage diverse audiences, fostering clarity and connection.
Education
Degree - Educational Studies
St. Petersburg College
01-2014
Certification - Commercial Arts
Pinellas Technical Education Center
01-2003
Skills
Personal Information
Title: Public Education Instructor Specializing
Certification
Florida Professional Teacher Certificate English Grades 5-12, ESOL Endorsement, Reading Endorsement
Timeline
English/Reading Teacher Grades 6-10
Pinellas County Schools
01.2014 - Current
Server/Bartender Trainer
Various Restaurants
01.1996 - 01.2014
Degree - Educational Studies
St. Petersburg College
Certification - Commercial Arts
Pinellas Technical Education Center