Jessica Hedrick
South Padre Island,TX
Summary
Growth oriented individual who implements and maintains education programs and services and serves as trusted resource to patrons, school personnel and executive board. Successfully maintains staffing and resources to achieve program objectives within budget. Leverages research-based interventions, strategies and instruction and analyzes data to drive academic achievement and social-emotional growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Library Media Specialist
Point Isabel ISD
2018.01 - Current
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Oversaw trainings via online platforms for local and off-site staff on functionality of newly developed applications to achieve strategic objectives.
- Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.
- Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
- Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
- Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
- Took on role of effectively troubleshooting PCs, software, printers and other equipment for entire design department.
Teacher Extern Ambassador
Noble Texas Builders
2024.07 - 2024.08
- Oversaw teachers and students participating in Noble Leadership Academy.
- Worked with industry partners to ensure educators were able to identify gaps in curriculum and find solutions for mitigation.
- Assisted teachers and students in completing problem solving protocols.
Teacher Leadership Academy Extern
Noble Texas Builders
2023.07 - 2023.08
- Worked with industry partners to identify gaps in educational curriculum and industry needs.
- Analyzed industry needs in Lower Rio Grande Valley and strategized plans to ensure students were prepared.
- Worked with EDC and Texas Workforce Solutions to understand needs of community.
- Applied knowledge gained to classroom experience of students.
Library Media Specialist
Brownsville ISD
2014.08 - 2017.12
- Oversaw trainings via online platforms for local and off-site staff on functionality of newly developed applications to achieve strategic objectives.
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Took on role of effectively troubleshooting PCs, software, printers and other equipment for entire design department.
- Gathered and utilized diverse technologies for modern and more effective education.
- Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
- Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.
Teacher, Middle School
Los Fresnos CISD
2010.08 - 2014.06
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created lesson plans correlating with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Education
Master of Library And Information Science - Library Science
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Texas At Brownsville
Brownsville, TX05.2008
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Multimedia Presentations
- Proficient in Google, Microsoft Office and Apple IOS Software
- Project Coordination
- Continuous Improvement
- Goal-oriented design
- Problem-solving skills
- Project Management
- Program Management
Accomplishments
Participated in Texas Library Association's TALL Texans Leadership Development Institute, November 2023
Timeline
Teacher Extern Ambassador
Noble Texas Builders
2024.07 - 2024.08
Teacher Leadership Academy Extern
Noble Texas Builders
2023.07 - 2023.08
Lead Library Media Specialist
Point Isabel ISD
2018.01 - Current
Library Media Specialist
Brownsville ISD
2014.08 - 2017.12
Teacher, Middle School
Los Fresnos CISD
2010.08 - 2014.06
Master of Library And Information Science - Library Science
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Texas At Brownsville
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