Jessica Cebada
Boston,Massachusetts
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented educator with over 9 years of experience in teaching, program coordination, and supervising pre-practicum and practicum teaching candidates. Skilled in providing actionable feedback, technology integration (Canvas, Sibme), and fostering collaborative environments. Passionate about enhancing educational experiences and supporting equity and inclusion in diverse student populations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Mentored and coached students by implementing individualized learning plans, fostering intellectual and social-emotional growth with a focus on equity and inclusion
- Created a safe, nurturing environment, achieving "Highly Effective" ratings in classroom management observations and assessments for two consecutive years
- Implemented the AVID elective program, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to increase final grades in core subjects for more than 75% of students
- Provided social-emotional learning (SEL) support to disadvantaged students, allowing them to better focus on personal and academic goals, thereby supporting marginalized communities
- Utilized differentiated instruction through tailored lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population while increasing rigor for all ability levels, promoting educational equity.
Professional Development School Site Coordinator
Towson University
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with the principal to identify and approve a list of 12 mentors across various content areas and grade levels
- Personally approached recommended mentors, successfully recruiting 3 new mentors for the PDS partnership
- Collaborated with the principal and university facilitators to arrange placements for 5 pre-service teachers and implement professional development sessions
- Coordinated classroom observations and teaching practice for 16 incoming pre-service teachers, leading to positive evaluations for all.
Extended Year Learning Program, Lead Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Organized professional development for 15 teachers and assistants hired for the summer program
- Implemented a biweekly incentives program, increasing student motivation
- Helped substitute in classrooms for teacher absences, maintaining continuity of instruction and student engagement
- Assisted the administration secretary with payroll needs, successfully resolving 95% of payroll errors within a week.
AVID Site Coordinator
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Led the AVID site team, resulting in the successful re-certification of the program
- Partnered with local elementary and high schools, ensuring all AVID essentials were met, resulting in successful annual certification for 2024-2025
- Acted as an AVID liaison with the principal, counselor, and other staff members, facilitating communication and collaboration that led to successful program implementation
- Led school-wide instruction by sharing strategies, resulting in a 30% increase in staff wanting to become AVID certified in their content area
- Assisted 15 teachers in implementing AVID strategies
- Designed and implemented a yearly recruitment plan, successfully recruiting over 70 new AVID learners for the upcoming school year.
Team Leader
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Led a team of 20 teachers across all content areas
- Supported the grade level assistant principal by collecting data on progressive discipline plans and positive behavior interventions
- Coordinated a grade level field trip for over 340 students and 40 chaperones, enhancing experiential learning opportunities
- Created and successfully implemented positive behavioral shift plans for high-need students; over 70% showed progress in their personal goals
- Facilitated meetings for student interventions and student support teams
- Collaborated with other school instructional leaders to support the School Progress Plan
- Guided colleagues on behavioral management, implementation, and assessment, resulting in a significant decrease in classroom disruptions.
Lead Teacher
Manhattan Charter Schools
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Executed the mission of MCS by developing and implementing curriculum that integrated core disciplines, critical thinking skills, and ethical standards
- Consistently reflected on self and instructional practices, implementing feedback mechanisms that led to significant growth in student achievement
- Analyzed standardized test data to set short and long term goals for student achievement
- Utilized evidence-based instructional methods and learning materials, leading to an increase in student engagement and participation.
Mentor Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Mentored 2 pre-service teachers, leading to positive evaluations and full-time positions upon graduation
- Guided pre-service teachers in assessing student abilities, talents, and strengths, helping them to plan and implement lessons that improved student engagement
- Assisted with the design and delivery of effective lessons using the Gradual Release of Responsibility instructional framework, leading to an increase in student academic performance.
Team Leader
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2020
Classroom Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Created a safe, nurturing environment, achieving "Highly Effective" ratings in classroom management observations and assessments for five consecutive years.
Education
Masters of Science - Educational and Instructional Technology
Towson University
Baltimore, Maryland05.2018
Bachelors of Science - Middle School Education, Concentration in History and English
Towson University
Baltimore, Maryland05.2015
Skills
- Supervision and Program Coordination
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Leadership Skills
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Effective Time Management
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Program Coordination, Organization
- Self-Reflective and Goal-Oriented
- Technology Integration
Certification
- Maryland Teaching Certificate, Issued June 2020
- Elementary Core Course, Responsive Classroom, 2020
- AVID Certified Instructor, 2017
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Training
- Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol, April 2024
- Mentoring the New Teacher, Part II, December 2023
- Mentoring the New Teacher, Part I, July 2023
Professional Memberships
- National Education Association (NEA)
- Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
Timeline
Professional Development School Site Coordinator
Towson University
08.2023 - Current
Extended Year Learning Program, Lead Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
AVID Site Coordinator
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Team Leader
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2022 - 06.2024
Lead Teacher
Manhattan Charter Schools
07.2020 - 06.2022
Mentor Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2020
Team Leader
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2020
Classroom Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2020
Masters of Science - Educational and Instructional Technology
Towson University
Bachelors of Science - Middle School Education, Concentration in History and English
Towson University
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