Jessica Harrison
Great Falls,Montana
Summary
Dynamic educator and literacy coach with a proven track record at Sun River Valley Schools, enhancing student engagement and literacy through innovative curriculum implementation and technology integration. Excelled in teacher mentoring and assessment analysis, significantly boosting learning outcomes. Skilled in both classroom instruction and fostering student independence.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Sun River Valley Schools
08.2000 - Current
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Literacy Coach
Sun River Valley Schools
09.2017 - 05.2020
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling middle school and high school readers.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
- Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University Portland
Portland, OR05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Montana State University Northern
Havre, MT05-1998
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Clear public speaking skills
- Project-based learning
- Technology Integration
- Formative Assessments and Standard-Based Grading
- Teacher Mentoring
- Assessment analysis
Affiliations
- Montana Teachers Association
Timeline
Literacy Coach
Sun River Valley Schools
09.2017 - 05.2020
Teacher
Sun River Valley Schools
08.2000 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University Portland
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Montana State University Northern
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