Jessica Folleco
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
To leverage a diverse teaching experience and skills in analysis, communication, and collaboration to contribute effectively as a Senior Specialist, Instructional Quality at Florida Virtual School.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Florida Virtual School General Education Teacher
Florida Virtual School
Florida
01.2020 - Current
- Instructing students in reading, math, science, and social studies, aligned with current state standards
- Monitoring student progress weekly, analyzing data to provide guided instruction
- Conducting virtual meetings with students via Zoom to evaluate abilities and tailor instruction
- Holding monthly progress report conversations with parents for each student.
Foreign Language Teacher
Florida Virtual School
Florida
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Taught 6-12 students language speaking, writing, and comprehension skills
- Utilized data to collaborate with colleagues, enhancing live lesson plans with cross-curricular studies
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for students requiring differentiated instruction
- Conducted monthly progress report conversations with parents for each student.
Koa Elementary, Kissimmee, FL Math and Science Coach
Koa Elementary
Florida
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Modeled, coached, and provided feedback to teachers for math and science lessons
- Delivered professional development in Math Flexible Facilitation and Science test-taking strategies
- Collaborated on unit planning for math curriculum, creating proficiency scales to align with standards
- Analyzed data in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to guide small group instruction.
21st Century Community Learning Center Character Education and College and Career
YMCA New York City Schools
New York City
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported character development and college and career readiness for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students
- Taught college and career readiness to 2nd and 3rd graders, facilitating career exploration activities.
General Education Teacher
New York City Schools
New York City
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Instructed 3rd grade math, science, and social studies, utilizing various teaching methods and assessments
- Prepared students for school-mandated testing, including FCAT Math
- Facilitated learning centers and recorded student progress regularly.
Mayda Cortiella School, Brooklyn, NY General Education Teacher
The Mayda Cortiella School
New York City
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Taught 3rd grade reading, math, and writing, implementing diverse instructional approaches and assessments
- Prepared students for school-mandated testing, including Dibbles, ELA, and State Mathematics Test.
Education
Master of Science in Urban and Multicultural Education -
College of Mount St. Vincent
Bronx, NY01.2010
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education -
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL06.2005
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Experience in behavior management
- Peer Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Relationship Building
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Multitasking strength
- Cooperative Learning Experience
- Technology Integration
- Student Motivation
- Organizational Skills
- Instructor Collaboration
- Training Coordination
- Curriculum Implementation
- Project-based learning
- One-on-one mentoring
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Florida Virtual School General Education Teacher
Florida Virtual School
01.2020 - Current
Foreign Language Teacher
Florida Virtual School
01.2018 - 01.2020
Koa Elementary, Kissimmee, FL Math and Science Coach
Koa Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2018
21st Century Community Learning Center Character Education and College and Career
YMCA New York City Schools
01.2016 - 01.2017
General Education Teacher
New York City Schools
01.2010 - 01.2015
Mayda Cortiella School, Brooklyn, NY General Education Teacher
The Mayda Cortiella School
01.2006 - 01.2010
Master of Science in Urban and Multicultural Education -
College of Mount St. Vincent
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education -
University of South Florida