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Jessica Deason

Prattville,AL

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Halcyon Elementary, excelling in curriculum development and student progress monitoring. Adept at fostering independent thinking and creativity, I effectively communicate with parents to enhance student outcomes. My commitment to mentoring students has consistently led to improved academic performance and engagement in the classroom.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ELA Teacher

Halcyon Elementary
Montgomery, AL
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided feedback on student work to support their development.
  • Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and creativity in the classroom.
  • Collaborated with other faculty members to develop strategies for improving student outcomes.
  • Assisted students with building long-term skills such for academic, social, and emotional development.

ELA Reading Teacher

Prattville Elementary
Prattville, AL
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Tutored and provided assistance after school to students in need of additional reading help.
  • Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and discuss reading issues.
  • Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for students.
  • Monitored small reading groups comprised of 6 students.
  • Analyzed and reported on each student's progress in reading in accordance with school district's policies.
  • Worked with students individually to address areas of concern.

Middle School Math Teacher

Prattville Christian Academy
Prattville, AL
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
  • Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
  • Invited guest speakers to classroom to excite and engage students.
  • Instructed students and supported understanding of math concepts.

Elementary Teacher

Prattville Christian Academy
Prattville, AL
08.2007 - 05.2021
  • Taught all of the students who decided to stay virtual in K-5 for the 2020-2021 school year, as well as, all of the students who had to quarantine for any amount of time.
  • Taught the fifth grade Math and Science.
  • Taught second grade self-contained class.
  • Taught third grade self-contained class.

Elementary School Teacher

Dallas County School District
Selma, AL
08.1993 - 05.2004
  • Taught fourth grade self-contained at Valley Grande Elementary.
  • Taught first and sixth grade at J.E. Terry.
  • Taught fourth, fifth, and sixth grade math and history at B.K. Craig Elementary.

Elementary School Teacher

Selma City Schools
Selma, AL
02.1993 - 05.1995
  • Taught a split second and third grade self-contained classroom.

Education

Master of Science - Elementary Education

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL
08.1996

Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Early Childhood Education

University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL
12.1992

Skills

  • Test preparation
  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum development
  • Parental communication
  • Student progress monitoring
  • Mentoring students

Experience

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Education and Training

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Certification

  • LETRS cours completion
  • Brainspring Training

Affiliations

  • I am very active in my local church.
  • I completed the Autauga County Leadership class.

Timeline

ELA Teacher

Halcyon Elementary
08.2023 - Current

ELA Reading Teacher

Prattville Elementary
02.2022 - 05.2023

Middle School Math Teacher

Prattville Christian Academy
08.2021 - 02.2022

Elementary Teacher

Prattville Christian Academy
08.2007 - 05.2021

Elementary School Teacher

Dallas County School District
08.1993 - 05.2004

Elementary School Teacher

Selma City Schools
02.1993 - 05.1995

Master of Science - Elementary Education

University of West Alabama

Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Early Childhood Education

University of Montevallo

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