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Jessica Burkoth

Saint Charles,IL

Summary

Experienced and dedicated early childhood educator with a strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum planning, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with students, families, and staff. Highly adaptable team player known for reliability, responsiveness, and consistently achieving educational goals in dynamic classroom settings.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Administrator

Connect Academy
10.2023 - 05.2025
  • Lead daily operations and align program goals with best practices in therapeutic early childhood education
  • Supervise and support teaching, clinical, and support staff
  • Oversee IEP implementation and monitor student academic, behavioral, and social-emotional progress
  • Coordinate with therapy providers and manage behavioral interventions and crisis response
  • Facilitate team meetings, staff training, and classroom observations
  • Maintain strong communication with families and lead IEP and parent meetings
  • Collaborate with districts and agencies to support transitions and services
  • Ensure compliance with reporting, audits, and regulatory standards
  • Manage site budget and resource allocation with leadership

Preschool Teacher

Saint Charles Park District
08.2019 - 05.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.

Preschool Teacher

Saint Mark's Preschool
08.2017 - 05.2019
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom setting without sacrificing overall quality of education provided to all students.

Teacher

School District U-46
08.2003 - 01.2013
  • Develop and implement daily lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction accordingly.
  • Establish a positive and inclusive classroom culture that promotes respect, responsibility, and cooperation.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and families to support student learning and development.
  • Maintain accurate records of student performance, behavior, and attendance.

Education

Master of Science - School Leadership

Concordia University
River Forest, IL
01.2007

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
12.2003

Skills

  • Positive reinforcement
  • Classroom management
  • Play-based learning approaches
  • Promoting social and emotional development

Timeline

Site Administrator

Connect Academy
10.2023 - 05.2025

Preschool Teacher

Saint Charles Park District
08.2019 - 05.2023

Preschool Teacher

Saint Mark's Preschool
08.2017 - 05.2019

Teacher

School District U-46
08.2003 - 01.2013

Master of Science - School Leadership

Concordia University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Eastern Illinois University

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