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Jessica Ferguson

Brandon,MS

Summary

Personable and focused offering 15 years of expertise in education. Dedicated to the success of students, faculty and families through building a strong school culture anchored in growth through professional development of staff and engaging student-centered learning for students.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Second Grade Teacher

Rankin County School District
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
  • Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.

Teacher

Pearl Public School District
08.2016 - 05.2023
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.

Teacher

Rankin County School District
08.2006 - 05.2012
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Teacher

Desoto County Schools
08.2005 - 05.2006
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Education

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

Mississippi College, United States
05.2020

Bachelor of Science in Education - Integrative Studies

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
05.2005

Skills

  • Data Driven
  • Proactive Problem Solver
  • Professional Development
  • High Expectations for All
  • Positive School Culture
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Meaningful Learning for All Students
  • Fiscally Responsible with Resources

Newsworthy

  • Graduated Cum Laude at The University of Memphis
  • Graduated Summa Cum Laude at Mississippi College
  • Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education

Committees

  • School Attendance
  • Sponsor of Student Government
  • Organized School Talent show for PBIS "Big Event"
  • Organized teacher dunking booth for students that passed the 3rd grade Gate testing.
  • Grade Chair
  • After-School Tutoring

Professional References

  • Adrea Payne

      Principal of Oakdale Elementary School

      and202@rcsd.ms

     601-992-5442


  • Ady Blakney

      Assistant Principal of Oakdale Elementary School

      ady500@rcsd.ms

      601-992-5442


  • Laurin Bailey

      Principal of Pearl Lower Elementary School

      lbailey@pearlk12.com

      601-932-7976


  • Melissa Lewis

      Assistant Principal of Northside Elementary School

      mlewis@pearlk12.com     

      601-932-7971


  • Ginny Copley

      Assistant Principal of Pearl Upper Elementary School

      gcopley@pearlk12.com            

      601-932-7981

Timeline

Second Grade Teacher

Rankin County School District
08.2023 - Current

Teacher

Pearl Public School District
08.2016 - 05.2023

Teacher

Rankin County School District
08.2006 - 05.2012

Teacher

Desoto County Schools
08.2005 - 05.2006

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

Mississippi College, United States

Bachelor of Science in Education - Integrative Studies

University of Memphis

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