Jessica Klaus
Winfree Bryant Middle School
Lebanon,TN
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Dedicated and results-oriented Educator with over 15 years of experience in English Language Arts instruction, literacy program facilitation, and curriculum development. Proven expertise in designing engaging, state-aligned secondary ELA curricula, implementing Response to Intervention (RTI) frameworks, and leveraging educational technology to elevate student reading and writing performance. Advanced degree holder in Administrative Leadership and Curriculum Design, equipped to drive literacy initiatives and support diverse secondary learners.
Work History
Professional Learning Specialist
3 Years 4 Months- Facilitate high-impact professional development workshops on core literacy programs for secondary teachers and school leaders.
- Coach educators on effective instructional implementation strategies to increase teaching confidence and drive measurable reading/writing gaines.
Scorer
9 Years 4 Months- Evaluate bi-annual state standardized writing assessments and edTPA secondary English submissions, maintaining strict scoring accuracy and benchmark standards.
- Provide targeted, virtual writing instruction to higher education students, analyzing writing mechanics, argument structure, and composition skills.
Teacher & School Technology Leader
12 Years 1 Month- Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in English Language Arts and Computer Applications for middle grade students.
- Integrate interactive digital tools and writing platforms to foster critical thinking, analytical skills, and content mastery.
- Manage contract negotiation, layout design, and publication deadlines as Yearbook Sponsor.
- Named Teacher of the Year (2022) for outstanding dedication to student engagement and school culture.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Skills
Classroom Management
Curriculum Development
Student Assessment
Lesson Planning
Educational Technology
Behavioral Management
Parent-Teacher Communication
Differentiated Instruction
Accomplishments
- ELA & Literacy Instruction: Secondary English Language Arts (9th–11th Grade), Writing Assessment & Scoring, Differentiated Reading Strategies, edTPA Evaluation
- Curriculum & Assessment: State Standards Alignment, Response to Intervention (RTI), District Benchmark Development, Standardized Test Prep (EOC/TCAP)
- Instructional Leadership: Teacher Mentorship, Professional Development Facilitation, Positive School Climate Strategies
- Educational Technology: Google Apps for Education Specialist, EdTech Classroom Integration, Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- 7-12 English Language Arts
- 6-8 Science
- PK-12 Computer Science
- PK-12 Administration
Timeline
Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify
04.2023 - CurrentRead More
Scorer
Pearson Scoring
04.2017 - CurrentRead More
Teacher & School Technology Leader
Winfree Bryant Middle School
07.2014 - CurrentRead More
Carson-Newman University
Doctor of Education from Educational Leadership
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Carson-Newman University
Education Specialist from Educational Leadership
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University of Memphis
Masters of Education from Curriculum And Instruction
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University of Memphis
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature
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