Jessica Keith
Fargo
Summary
Dynamic Special Services Coach at Moorhead Public Schools with expertise in trauma-informed training and collaborative leadership. Successfully enhanced student engagement through tailored instructional strategies and compliance management. Proven ability to mentor teachers and implement positive behavior interventions, resulting in improved educational outcomes for students with disabilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Special Services Coach
Moorhead Public Schools
Moorhead
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with educators to implement instructional strategies that enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated meetings with parents, teachers, therapists, and administrators to align on student educational goals and track progress.
- Provided resources and support for teachers working with special needs students to promote tailored instructional approaches.
- Guided teachers, staff, parents, and administrators on best practices for educating students with disabilities.
- Managed compliance with special education regulations and policies.
Extended School Year Secondary Coordinator
Fargo Public Schools
04.2023 - 05.2025
- Led planning and implementation of extended school year (ESY) program for secondary students with special needs.
- Coordinated hiring and training of ESY staff, ensuring qualified teachers, paraprofessionals, and support personnel were in place.
- Monitored compliance with state and federal regulations for ESY services, safeguarding students with disabilities.
- Analyzed data and student outcomes to evaluate program effectiveness, recommending targeted improvements.
Special Education Teacher
Discovery Middle School - FPS
08.2017 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) for students based on specific needs.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to evaluate student progress and refine interventions as needed.
- Maintained organized documentation of student progress, behaviors, and IEP goals to support effective instructional planning.
- Utilized assistive technology and visual aids to enhance communication and address sensory needs.
- Conducted manifestation determination reviews for all special education students.
Special Education Teacher
West Fargo Public Schools
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Developed lesson plans and delivered instruction aligned with IEPs, fostering individualized learning for grades one through five.
- Tracked and evaluated student performance, tailoring lesson plans to improve academic outcomes and support individual growth.
- Coordinated evaluation schedules with parents, speech pathologists, and classroom teachers to streamline communication and support student needs.
- Supported general education teachers in executing lesson plans during individual and small group interventions.
Education
Autism Certificate -
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-2021
Masters of Science - Special Education Strategist - LD, ID, and ED
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-2017
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Inclusive Education
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, MN12-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Food and Nutrition Science
Concordia College
Moorhead, MN05-2009
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership And Management
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, MN 03-2026
Skills
- Trauma-informed training
- Positive behavior interventions
- Functional behavior assessment
- Behavior management strategies
- Teacher mentoring
- Collaborative leadership
Certification
Elementary Education Teacher License - ND, issued 2013, and MN, issued 2013
Timeline
Special Services Coach
Moorhead Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
Extended School Year Secondary Coordinator
Fargo Public Schools
04.2023 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher
Discovery Middle School - FPS
08.2017 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher
West Fargo Public Schools
08.2014 - 05.2017
Autism Certificate -
University of North Dakota
Masters of Science - Special Education Strategist - LD, ID, and ED
University of North Dakota
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Inclusive Education
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Bachelor of Arts - Food and Nutrition Science
Concordia College
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership And Management
Minnesota State University Moorhead