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Jessica Cowart

Harrison

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record as a Cheer Coach at Lead Hill Public School, excelling in team building and athlete safety. Enhanced performance through innovative choreography selection and motivational strategies, fostering a positive team culture. Recognized for boosting morale and implementing effective communication with parents to support athlete development.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Cheer Coach

Lead Hill Public School
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided constructive feedback to athletes, fostering an environment of growth and continuous improvement.
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate uniforms, music, and choreography for optimal presentation during performances and competitions.
  • Established a positive team culture that encouraged camaraderie and sportsmanship among athletes.
  • Boosted team morale with effective communication and motivational tactics.
  • Led team-building exercises at practices to foster unity among athletes from diverse backgrounds.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing innovative coaching techniques and strategies.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with parents regarding athlete progress, expectations, and any concerns or issues that arose throughout the season.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for all practices, competitions, and performances, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Organized successful fundraising events to support the cheerleading program''s financial needs.
  • Ensured athlete safety by enforcing strict adherence to guidelines and proper technique during practice sessions.

Kindergarten Teacher

Lead Hill School District
08.2023 - Current
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
  • Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
  • Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
  • Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
  • Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.

Revenue Manager

Holiday Inn Express
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Utilized advanced analytics tools to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making processes related to hospitality offerings.
  • Enhanced profitability by conducting regular competitor analysis and adjusting pricing accordingly.
  • Increased revenue by implementing effective pricing strategies and monitoring market trends.
  • Established strong client relationships, negotiating contracts to maximize overall company earnings.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Bergman Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.

Education

High School Diploma -

Valley Springs High School
Valley Springs, AR

Bachelor of Arts - Professional Studies

Arkansas Tech University
Russellville
05-2023

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR
05-2023

Skills

  • Team building
  • Athlete safety
  • Choreography selection
  • Performance enhancement

Timeline

Cheer Coach

Lead Hill Public School
08.2024 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Lead Hill School District
08.2023 - Current

Revenue Manager

Holiday Inn Express
08.2021 - 08.2023

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Bergman Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Valley Springs High School

Bachelor of Arts - Professional Studies

Arkansas Tech University

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Arkansas Tech University
Jessica Cowart