JESSICA BENSCOTER
Orlando
Summary
Instructional leader with extensive experience in coaching, compliance, and student services. Achieved zero errors in state ESOL audits and led professional development workshops that enhanced teaching practices and student performance. Proficient in data analysis and utilizing digital platforms to promote equitable access for diverse learners.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach
Stone Lakes Elementary School
Orlando
2020 - Current
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers on instructional best practices.
- Collaborated with educators to design engaging lesson plans that meet diverse student needs.
- Observed classroom instruction and provided constructive feedback to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify instructional improvement areas and tailored support strategies.
- Supported curriculum alignment initiatives to ensure consistency across grade levels and subjects.
- Mentored new and struggling teachers, providing targeted advice on pedagogical approaches to enhance teaching practices.
- Mentored and supported teachers on classroom teaching practices using professional development programs and instructional techniques training.
- Analyzed data from observations, assessments, and other sources to create action plans for improvement.
- Provided professional development to teachers and administrators on instructional strategies, best practices, and implementation of curriculum.
- Facilitated collaborative teams to develop and review lesson plans with a focus on standards-based instruction.
- Advised school leadership on educational policies, procedures, curricula revisions, budgeting decisions.
- Coached teachers on integrating technology tools to enrich instruction and boost student engagement.
- Updated and organized student performance records while maintaining confidentiality standards.
- Communicated with students, guardians, peers and school administrators to foster strong relationships.
- Worked closely with special education personnel in order to coordinate services for students with disabilities.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Monitored third grade reading performance for portfolio documentation and submitted Good Cause paperwork for promotion.
Instructional Coach | 504 Coordinator | Testing Coordinator | ESOL Compliance Specialist
OCPS - Stone Lakes Elementary
01.2020 - Current
- Ensuring compliance and consistent implementation across classroom and digital environments for student instruction and assessment
- Managed accommodations for instruction and state assessments, ensuring accessibility through online testing platforms
- Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success
- Monitor student data to guide interventions and MTSS decision-making
- Coordinated schoolwide testing, overseeing scheduling, compliance, and troubleshooting of digital systems to enhance assessment integrity
- Support teachers in implementing accommodations and identifying student needs to amend accommodations.
- Facilitated state approval process for unique accommodations, aligning student needs with regulatory requirements.
- Completed ESOL state audit with zero errors
Science Coach | STEM & Gifted Education Teacher (Grades 4-5)
OCPS - Stone Lakes Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Delivered instructional coaching and tailored support for diverse and gifted learners, fostering individual growth and academic success
- Designed and implemented standards-aligned STEM instruction utilizing data-driven and technology-integrated strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
- Analyzed student data to inform targeted instruction and intervention planning, improving student performance and learning trajectories
Staffing Specialist | ESE Teacher | 504 Support
OCPS
01.1998 - 01.2012
- Managed ESE compliance, staffing, and student services to ensure regulatory adherence and support student needs
- Monitored and ensured compliance with ESE and 504 regulations during all educational activities.
- Oversaw ESE scheduling to optimize resource allocation and meet individualized student requirements
- Facilitated provision of necessary accommodations and services under ESE and 504 plans for students.
- Coordinated 504 supports and accommodations for diverse learners, enhancing equitable access to education
- Delivered targeted interventions and supported inclusive classroom practices
- Provided training and support to teachers on IEP and 504 plans
Education
M.Ed. - Exceptional Education
University of Central Florida
B.S. - Exceptional Education
University of Central Florida
Skills
- 504 plan development
- Accommodation strategies
- Special education advocacy
- Compliance monitoring
- Assessment accommodations
- Data monitoring
- Individualized support
- Outcome tracking
- Skyward expertise
- Stakeholder engagement
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Collaborative communication
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Specific Learning Disabilities (K-12)
- ESOL Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement
- Gifted Endorsement
Accomplishments
- OCPS Teacher of the Year Finalist
- STEM Teacher of the Year (Orange County)
- Teacher of the Year (Castle Creek Elementary School & Stone Lakes Elementary School)
- OCPS Silver Spoon Award
- Golden Whistle Recognitions
- Recognized for exceptional adaptability across multiple roles and systems, quickly learning and implementing new processes to support students and staff.
- Provides responsive, individualized support while building strong relationships with families through clear, consistent communication.
- Successfully ensured full compliance during state and district audits, including ESOL program monitoring with zero findings, while maintaining accurate documentation and consistent implementation of student accommodations.
- Led seamless transitions across multiple instructional and student services roles by quickly adapting to new systems and responsibilities, while providing individualized support to students and teachers and building strong, collaborative relationships with families through clear and effective communication.
Core Skills
- ESE & ESOL Compliance
- Instructional Coaching
- Curriculum Support and Training
- Ensuring Accommodations Are Provided
- MTSS & Intervention Planning
- Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring
- State Testing & Digital Assessments
- Canvas, Google Workspace, Skyward
- Family & Stakeholder Collaboration
Timeline
Instructional Coach | 504 Coordinator | Testing Coordinator | ESOL Compliance Specialist
OCPS - Stone Lakes Elementary
01.2020 - Current
Science Coach | STEM & Gifted Education Teacher (Grades 4-5)
OCPS - Stone Lakes Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2020
Staffing Specialist | ESE Teacher | 504 Support
OCPS
01.1998 - 01.2012
Instructional Coach
Stone Lakes Elementary School
2020 - Current
M.Ed. - Exceptional Education
University of Central Florida
B.S. - Exceptional Education
University of Central Florida