Jessica Gillen
Lacey,WA
Summary
Accomplished Academy Director specializing in educational assessment and community outreach. Known for developing engaging programs that promote equal access to resources and foster collaboration among students, staff, and families.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Academy Director
Kiddie Academy of Lacey
Lacey, WA
08.2018 - Current
- Directed recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for educators to build a competent team.
- Developed curriculum and lesson plans that aligned with educational standards effectively.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements to maintain program integrity.
- Coordinated community outreach programs, increasing academy visibility and fostering engagement with local families.
- Monitored school performance data and developed targeted plans for improvement, enhancing overall student outcomes.
- Implemented systems for tracking and responding promptly to grievances raised by parents and students.
- Promoted equal access to educational resources for all students. to educational opportunities for all students regardless of background or ability level.
- Established strong connections with students, staff, and families to enhance collaboration. and groups to maximize learning productivity.
- Collaborated with staff to create a positive workplace culture and team spirit.
- Participated in external events such as conferences or workshops in order to stay abreast of current trends in education.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase student enrollment.
- Organized and managed staff, resources, and activities for a successful academic year.
- Conducted regular assessments of curriculum delivery and outcomes in order to improve teaching quality.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, local laws and regulations related to education standards.
- Served as a liaison between the school district administration and the academy staff.
- Developed policies promoting campus safety and security, creating a positive learning environment for students and staff.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Facilitated daily operations of early childhood programs and services to enhance efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Adolescent Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH08-2026
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Sound Community College
Olympia, WA06-2024
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Educational assessment
- Educational leadership
- Project management
- Community outreach
- Team collaboration
- Behavioral management
Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Safe Sleep Certification
- Bloodborne Pathogens Certification
- Food Handler's Card
Timeline
Academy Director
Kiddie Academy of Lacey
08.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Adolescent Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Sound Community College