Jessica Landry
Broussard,LA
Summary
Resourceful Principal with experience in providing quality care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional, academic and social development. Enjoys developing positive relationships with children and families. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Learning Center Principal
SMPSB
06.2003 - Current
- Worked closely annually with 60-75 fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's academic, physical and emotional development.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
Youth Fitness Coordinator
City Club At River Ranch
08.2000 - Current
- Prepared and implemented budgets and strategic, operational, purchasing or maintenance plans.
- Supervised 15-25 fitness instructors, recreation workers, health educators and nutritionists annually.
- Coordinated and developed YOUTH fitness program.
- Adapted instruction to accommodate special needs, disabilities and physical limitations.
- Current with CPR and first aid certification to provide emergency response in case of injury.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members, businesses and vendors to build trust and rapport.
- Coordinated marketing efforts to promote fitness and wellness programs.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive fitness and wellness programs to promote healthy lifestyles.
- Responded promptly to customer issues and resolved problems through effective communication and decision making skills.
Wellness Director
LGMC Hospital
06.1992 - 05.2000
- Collaborated with 15-20 health and wellness professionals to create and execute events, seminars and workshops on various topics.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Provided individualized fitness assessments, program designs and nutrition counseling services.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members, businesses and vendors to build trust and rapport.
- Met or exceeded monthly revenue and training goals.
- Monitored and evaluated program performance to determine value and quality.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX05.1990
Skills
- Educational Strategies
- Positive Management of Behaviors
- Coordination and Teamwork
- Teacher Assistance
- Support Parents
- Planning and Leading Activities
- Effective Classroom Observations
- Plan Engaging Activities
- Leadership Development
- Strong Community Relations
Accomplishments
- Achieved a highly respected school environment for 22 years as an administrator through effectively working with our community.
- Louisiana LAHPERD Teacher of the Year and National Educator Finalist
- Louisiana School, Parish, Regional and State Finalist 1996
- LGMC Heart of Gold Award for Exceptional Customer Service
- 5 SMPSB Principals worked at ELC
Affiliations
LAHPERD
LAP
LASE
Certification
- LDOE K-8 Teacher Certification - Lifetime
- Administration and Supervision Certification
- CLASS Certification
- Fitness Practitioner License
Timeline
Early Learning Center Principal
SMPSB
06.2003 - Current
Youth Fitness Coordinator
City Club At River Ranch
08.2000 - Current
Wellness Director
LGMC Hospital
06.1992 - 05.2000
Master of Science - Education
University of Houston - Clear Lake