Hi, I’m
Jessica Cortes
Coplay,PA
Summary
Enthusiastic future administrator with over six years of educational experience as an elementary teacher supporting student success. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students, and administrators. Personable and outgoing with the skill to build rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Allentown School DistrictAllentown, PA
3rd Grade Teacher
12.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring that all students experienced academic growth.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment by enforcing consistent discipline and promoting respectful behavior among students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
ESS StaffingAllentown, PA
Substitute Teacher, K-12
01.2015 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Delta-T GroupAllentown, PA
Paraprofessional
03.2014 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefited all students involved.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
Education
Lehigh UniversityBethlehem, PA
Masters of Educational Leadership
08.2023
DeSales UniversityCenter Valley, PA
Masters of Education from Early Childhood Education
12.2017
Kaplan UniversityDavenport, IA
Bachelor of Science from Human Services
05.2013
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Accomplishments
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
- Achieved a positive classroom environment by effectively helping with switching classroom rosters mid-year.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
Allentown School District
12.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS Staffing
01.2015 - 12.2017
Paraprofessional
Delta-T Group
03.2014 - 01.2016
Lehigh University
Masters of Educational Leadership
DeSales University
Masters of Education from Early Childhood Education
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science from Human Services