Jessica Frease
Leader In Education
Norwich,CT
Summary
Talented leader experienced with managing school operations and leading educational programs. Utilizes strategic planning and resources to drive academic success and create supportive learning environments. An articulate public speaker with strong presentation and facilitation abilities. Exceptional relationship building skills with a track record for developing meaningful partnerships with families, colleagues, and communities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dean of Climate and Culture
Norwich Public Schools
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Established and enforced clear school-wide procedures to support students and staff.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students in need of structured support.
- Supported instructors in tackling challenging issues and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Planned and facilitated assemblies to recognize student growth.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
Acting Principal
Norwich Public Schools
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Demonstrated solid leadership during a time of uncertainty for the Wequonnoc School community.
- Developed strong relationships with educators, families, students, and community members to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication and clear expectations among staff, students, and parents.
- Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inconsistencies, and recommending improvements.
District SRBI Program Coordinator
Norwich Public Schools
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Implement and support a continuous cycle of improvement in the intervention process for Norwich Public Schools.
- Provide strong guidance to instructional staff and classroom teachers in the development and implementation of programs which promote effective classroom teaching practices, increase student achievement and consistency of curricular and behavior implementation across the district.
- Facilitate collaboration between colleagues within buildings and across the district to support academic and behavior interventions.
- Support and educate staff on best practices for multi-tiered systems of support.
- Provide ongoing direction and leadership for SRBI program operations.
5th Grade Teacher/ Lead Teacher
Veterans Memorial Elementary
09.2013 - 02.2022
- Planned and implemented instruction for Reading and Writing for all 5th graders at Veterans Memorial School.
- Provided personalized, quality instruction in all content areas for students under my purview.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Served as representative for Building Leadership Team.
- Served on ELA Teacher Leader Committee for NPS.
- Assisted administration team with all necessary duties, planning, and logistical concerns as Lead Teacher.
SRBI Paraprofessional
Montville Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to groups and individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
Pharmacy Operations Specialist
CVS/Caremark
09.2006 - 01.2009
- Enhanced operational performance and reduced expenses by developing and optimizing standard practices.
- Developed and implemented new initiatives to increase efficiency within the company that benefited both patients and employees.
- Managed the operations process for all regulatory needs, both Federal and State, for a nationwide chain consisting of over 6,000 stores.
- Provided business support on day-to-day operations for in-store colleagues of a nationwide retail pharmacy chain.
Education
6th Year/Administrative Degree 092 - SEAL- Educational Leadership
Sacred Heart University
Griswold, CT12.2024
Master of Arts - Education
Sacred Heart University
Griswold, CT 01.2009 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN 08.2001 - 05.2005
Affiliations
- Pi Lambda Theta- Education Honors Society
- Connecticut Educators Association (NEA Affiliate)
- Project Management Institute
Timeline
Acting Principal
Norwich Public Schools
10.2024 - 11.2024
Dean of Climate and Culture
Norwich Public Schools
08.2023 - 08.2025
District SRBI Program Coordinator
Norwich Public Schools
02.2022 - 08.2023
5th Grade Teacher/ Lead Teacher
Veterans Memorial Elementary
09.2013 - 02.2022
SRBI Paraprofessional
Montville Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Education
Sacred Heart University
01.2009 - 05.2010
Pharmacy Operations Specialist
CVS/Caremark
09.2006 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
Indiana State University
08.2001 - 05.2005
6th Year/Administrative Degree 092 - SEAL- Educational Leadership
Sacred Heart University
Additional Leadership Experience
- CAS Certified Restorative Practices Trainer
- Director of Standards- Delta Gamma Fraternity for Women
- New Chapter Coordinator- Delta Gamma, Brown University
- Drum Major- Patriot Brigade, Terre Haute, IN