Jessica Cardoza
Marshfield,MA
Summary
Passionate early childhood educator with a dedication to a career of advocating for the education of young children; Looking to leverage over 20 years of experience and expertise in early childhood development and vast experience in supporting faculty professional development to further research, build programs, and mentor new teachers in the field of Early Childhood Education.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PRE-K ELA LANGUAGE AND LITERACY COACH AND FACILITATOR
Teaching Lab
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted professional development workshops on effective language and literacy strategies for teachers and school leaders
- Served as a mentor to new educators, sharing expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management techniques.
- Created engaging lesson materials that encouraged critical thinking and text analysis skills among students.
- Supported multi-lingual learners by providing targeted instruction in vocabulary development and comprehension strategies.
- Trained educators on best practices in language and literacy instruction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to determine how best to support student success.
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
- Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
- Provided constructive feedback to participants during debriefing sessions, fostering personal growth and skill development.
- Fostered collaborative environment, encouraging open dialogue and shared experiences among participants.
PRIMARY AND LOWER SCHOOL DIVISION HEAD
Derby Academy
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Oversaw the Primary and Lower School (Pre-K-3) of approximately 140 students
- Created a vision for the division and set division-wide goals focused on student improvement
- Facilitated, designed, and implemented programs and scheduling to meet student needs
- Reviewed and approved new and existing programs and modified when necessary
- Analyzed student performance data to identify strengths and weaknesses in instruction and curriculum
- Collaborated with teachers to create effective lesson plans to meet state standards and align curriculum
- Implemented systems of support based on assessment and progress monitoring data
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, behavioral issues, and other concerns
- Recruited, hired, trained, and evaluated faculty.
ELEMENTARY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
The International School Nido de Aguilas
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Responsible for overseeing the Nido Elementary School (K-2) of approximately 350 students and 45 faculty and staff
- Observed and evaluated teacher instructional techniques and provided educational leadership as part of an annual evaluation cycle
- Led professional development in best practices for English Language Learners
- Collaboratively planned and facilitated workshops, courses, and study groups for instructional staff
- Co-created collaborative divisional and grade-level team goals centered around student learning
- Outlined, implemented, and maintained personnel-related policies and procedures.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT
The International School Nido de Aguilas
07.2012 - 06.2015
- Oversaw the Primary and Lower School (Pre-K-3) of approximately 140 students
- Created a vision for the division and set division-wide goals focused on student improvement
- Facilitated, designed, and implemented programs and scheduling to meet student needs
- Reviewed and approved new and existing programs and modified when necessary
- Analyzed student performance data to identify strengths and weaknesses in instruction and curriculum
- Collaborated with teachers to create effective lesson plans to meet state standards and align curriculum
- Implemented systems of support based on assessment and progress monitoring data
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, behavioral issues, and other concerns
- Recruited, hired, trained, and evaluated faculty.
LEARNING DISABILITIES SPECIALIST
The International School Nido de Aguilas
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Oversaw the Primary and Lower School (Pre-K-3) of approximately 140 students
- Created a vision for the division and set division-wide goals focused on student improvement
- Facilitated, designed, and implemented programs and scheduling to meet student needs
- Reviewed and approved new and existing programs and modified when necessary
- Analyzed student performance data to identify strengths and weaknesses in instruction and curriculum
- Collaborated with teachers to create effective lesson plans to meet state standards and align curriculum
- Implemented systems of support based on assessment and progress monitoring data
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, behavioral issues, and other concerns
- Recruited, hired, trained, and evaluated faculty.
AUDITORY/ORAL TEACHER OF THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING
The International School Nido de Aguilas
07.2005 - 06.2011
- Oversaw the Primary and Lower School (Pre-K-3) of approximately 140 students
- Created a vision for the division and set division-wide goals focused on student improvement
- Facilitated, designed, and implemented programs and scheduling to meet student needs
- Reviewed and approved new and existing programs and modified when necessary
- Analyzed student performance data to identify strengths and weaknesses in instruction and curriculum
- Collaborated with teachers to create effective lesson plans to meet state standards and align curriculum
- Implemented systems of support based on assessment and progress monitoring data
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, behavioral issues, and other concerns
- Recruited, hired, trained, and evaluated faculty.
Education
DOCTOR OF EDUCATION: SPEC. IN EARLY CHILDHOOD -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN 01.2020
MASTER OF EDUCATION For The Deaf -
Smith College
Northampton, MA 01.2003
B.S. COMMUNICATION SICENCES AND DISORDERS -
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH01.2003
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Instructional Coaching
- Instructional planning
- Literacy program development
- Early Childhood Literacy
- Teacher Mentoring
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Establishing Learning Goals
- Bilingual Education
- Literacy Assessment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- CLASS Observer Certification Teachstone (2024)
- Higher Education Teaching Certificate Harvard's Bok Center for Teaching and Learning (2023)
- Certificate in School Management and Leadership Harvard Graduate School of Education (2021)
- International Child Protection Team, Level 1 Certification, ICMEC (2019)
- Innovative Leadership Certificate AAIE (2018)
References
- MOLLY BRANSON THAYER, Senior Dir. of Program, Teaching Lab, molly.bransonthayer@teachinglab.org, 312-804-8322
- DEBBIE ELLIS, Project Lead, Teaching Lab, debbie.ellis@teachinglab.org, 206-557-8501
- EBONI JAGGERS, Client Partnership Manager, eboni.jaggers@teachinglab.org, 318-332-4514
- MARY BETH MURPHY, Dir. for the Center of Teaching and Learning, Derby Academy, mbmurphy@derbyacademy.org, 607-351-0396
- JON PENHOLLOW, Elementary School Principal, The International School Nido de Aguilas, jpenhollow@nido.cl, +569 6218 1694
- LAYNE HUDES, Former Asst. Superintendent, NYC, 212-673-0653
Training
- Evidence-based Practices for Language and Literacy in the PreK Classroom
- The Power of Environmental Print in the Early Childhood Classroom
- Assessment Practices in the Early Childhood Classroom
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice and Reading Development in PKGrade 1
- Reading Development in the Early Years and Beyond
- Using Math and Literacy Data to Drive Instruction
- Implementing Multi-tiered Systems of Support in PreK-Grade 5
- Curriculum Alignment: Standards, Benchmarks, and the Developmental Continuum
- Parenting with Positive Discipline
- Teacher Inservice: Working with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Affiliations
- NAEYC Member
Timeline
PRE-K ELA LANGUAGE AND LITERACY COACH AND FACILITATOR
Teaching Lab
01.2024 - Current
PRIMARY AND LOWER SCHOOL DIVISION HEAD
Derby Academy
01.2021 - 01.2024
ELEMENTARY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
The International School Nido de Aguilas
07.2018 - 06.2021
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT
The International School Nido de Aguilas
07.2012 - 06.2015
LEARNING DISABILITIES SPECIALIST
The International School Nido de Aguilas
07.2011 - 06.2012
AUDITORY/ORAL TEACHER OF THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING
The International School Nido de Aguilas
07.2005 - 06.2011
DOCTOR OF EDUCATION: SPEC. IN EARLY CHILDHOOD -
Walden University
MASTER OF EDUCATION For The Deaf -
Smith College
B.S. COMMUNICATION SICENCES AND DISORDERS -
University of New Hampshire
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