Jessica Cale
Friendsville,MD
Summary
Experienced educator skilled in classroom management, engagement strategies, and collaborative instruction. Proven ability to enhance student learning through tailored lesson plans and effective behavior intervention, leading to improved academic outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Support
Garrett County Public Schools
Oakland, Maryland
03.2025 - Current
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Supported students in understanding lesson content and completing assignments.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance, enhancing classroom dynamics and student engagement.
- Implemented strategies to promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to develop tailored lesson plans for diverse learners.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Communicated student progress and classroom events to parents, fostering collaboration and support.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community partners, strengthening support networks.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Delivered tailored instruction to enhance student understanding individually or in small groups with support from the instructor.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers within the classroom setting.
- Attended IEP meetings to discuss student needs and goals, and parent conferences.
Substitue Teacher
Garrett County Public Schools
Oakland, MD
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Implemented lesson plans prepared by lead teachers to ensure curriculum coverage.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced school policies consistently.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at a consistent level.
- Supervised lunch periods and recess, ensuring student safety and engagement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
Kingwood05-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Juvenile Justice
Garrett College
McHenry, MDSkills
- Support for special needs
- Curriculum adaptation
- Progress monitoring
- Classroom management
- Behavior intervention
- Engagement strategies
- Collaborative instruction
- Resource preparation
- Group facilitation
- Parent engagement
- Relationship development
- Organization
Certification
- ParaPro Certificate - Score 471
Timeline
Adult Support
Garrett County Public Schools
03.2025 - Current
Substitue Teacher
Garrett County Public Schools
01.2025 - 03.2025
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
Some College (No Degree) - Juvenile Justice
Garrett College