Jessica McMahan
Teacher
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Dedicated elementary teacher with over ten years of experience in student-centered instruction and collaborative teaching methods. Have hosted college students for their internships two years in a row. Been a mentor teacher to new teacher at school site.
Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support. Experienced with classroom management and student engagement. Utilizes creative teaching strategies to enhance student learning and participation. Knowledge of integrating technology and interactive activities to support diverse learning styles. Eager to contribute to team/school success and further develop professional skills. Bring positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Pinellas County School District
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate technology into instructional practices for enhanced learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress and adapted teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices in classroom instruction and management.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and drive academic success initiatives.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication and involvement in school events.
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide curriculum by participating in professional development workshops and sharing insights with colleagues. (ELA Champ)
- Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices, furthering professional growth, and advancing educational initiatives, ELA SIP Committee co-chair, planned school Literacy Night.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Kindergarten Teacher
Windsor Preparatory Charter School
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and social skills.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate student progress and address concerns effectively.
- Assessed student performance to tailor individualized instruction and support needs.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
Reading Intervention Teacher
Pinellas County School System
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Designed and implemented individualized reading intervention plans for diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to identify students needing additional support in literacy skills.
- Utilized assessment data to track student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Provided targeted support for at-risk students through small group instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL07.2011
Skills
- Florida teaching certification (2026-2031)
- Reading endorsement
- ESOL endorsement
- Distance learning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Literacy strategies (Flamingo Small Group, UFLI)
- Field trip coordination
- Collaborative learning
- Afterschool program (K-2 Science Club)
Certification
- Teaching Certificate (2031) - License #1179128
- Elementary Education K-6
- Reading endorsement
- ESOL endorsement
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Pinellas County School District
08.2016 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Windsor Preparatory Charter School
08.2014 - 05.2016
Reading Intervention Teacher
Pinellas County School System
08.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida