Jessica Griffen
Summary
A True Leader in Education.....
With 20+ years of experience, I am seeking a position to take my skills, knowledge, and love for education to the next level. "Whether you're in the midst of a transition, seeking a new direction, or simply looking for a fresh perspective, change is the direction you go." -unknown
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Literacy Coach
ESC Of Northeast Ohio
08.2023 - Current
- Assessed the literacy needs of the school by reviewing student data and the current curriculum.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations/discussions of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and develop action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one coaching sessions focusing on the Science of Reading strategies that meet the needs of the students.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Provided support in planning objectives and instruction for an MTSS Model.
- Participated in highly effective professional learning at the local, regional, and state levels.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
Lead Title I Specialist
Parma City School District
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Educated Title I staff on our mission and goals to help students achieve success in literacy outcomes.
- Supported and coached all Title I teachers in PCSD in Tier 1 and Tier 2 interventions.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver a timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials for our adoption of an intervention program.
- Plan and provide district PD to all teachers in PCSD aligned with the SOR and their district data.
- collaborate with all building administrators/ district leaders to make data-driven decisions accompanied by their One Needs Assessment for the State of Ohio.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Experience using database systems to track and analyze student-level, building-level, district-level, and state-level data.
Third Grade General Education Teacher
Parma City School District
08.2008 - 08.2021
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, evaluated, corrected, and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge, and set realistic goals.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians, and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres and supporting student growth and learning.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
District Literacy Specialist
Parma City School District
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Assessed the literacy needs of the school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
- Coached classroom teachers in improving research-based Reading instruction for student learning in grades K-8.
- Analyzed district data, made curriculum/data-based
decisions, and run grade-level meetings, TBTs, and staff
meetings for the district. - Became the DIBELS -"Train the Trainer" for the district. Trained teachers on the administration of the universal screener for data collection.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
Second Grade General Education Teacher
Cambridge City School District
08.2003 - 08.2007
- Provided clear, informative, and engaging classroom instruction.
- Provided individual and small group differentiated instruction to struggling students, on-level students, and gifted students.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Sourced materials to use in instruction and projects by reaching out to administrators and the community.
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
- Developed and maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance, participation and progress.
Education
POST GRAD - Administration & Principal Certification
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH12.2024
Master of Science - Elementary Reading And Literacy K-12
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN03.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Muskingum University
New Concord, OH05.2003
Skills
- Excellent communication skills: phone, in-person, and
computer proficiency ( google certified) - Strong leadership experience
- Program Implementation & Individualized Instruction
- Excellent communication skills: phone, in-person, and
computer proficiency ( google certified) - Interactive Learning and Creating Professional Development
- Online Remote Support (Zoom, Google, Teams)
- Literacy Program Development
- Academic Performance Improvement
- Administering Diagnostic Assessments & Data Analysis
- Problem-Solving Support
- Building Rapport and Trust (Flexible )
- True team player and collaboration skills
Timeline
Regional Literacy Coach
ESC Of Northeast Ohio
08.2023 - Current
Lead Title I Specialist
Parma City School District
08.2021 - 08.2023
Third Grade General Education Teacher
Parma City School District
08.2008 - 08.2021
District Literacy Specialist
Parma City School District
08.2007 - 08.2008
Second Grade General Education Teacher
Cambridge City School District
08.2003 - 08.2007
POST GRAD - Administration & Principal Certification
Youngstown State University
Master of Science - Elementary Reading And Literacy K-12
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Muskingum University
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