Jessica Mow
Mulvane,Kansas
Summary
Dedicated ESOL teacher with 21 years of expertise in helping students from diverse linguistic backgrounds develop strong English language skills. Knowledgeable in designing and implementing engaging, student-centered lessons that focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Proven ability to assess individual student needs and adapt teaching methods to ensure academic success and language proficiency. Strong communicator and collaborator, dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students of all levels.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
ESOL Department Chair
USD 259: North High School
08.2023 - Current
- Taught Newcomer English and Multi-Media
- Observed, coached and mentored department staff.
- Built smooth and productive working relations positively impacting department operations.
- Served as an advocate for ESOL students within the school community, promoting cultural awareness and inclusivity among staff and peers.
ESOL Newcomer Teacher
USD 259: Curtis Middle School
08.2009 - 08.2023
- All regular teacher duties
- ESOL Building Lead
- Wrote Individual Learning Plans for all 250 ESOL students in the building
- Organized contact minutes for the ESOL district audit
- Built the ESOL master schedule and entering ESOL student schedule
- Organized KELPA testing
- Well versed in Standards Reference Grading
Instructional Coach
USD 259-Curtis Middle School
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
Adjunct Professor
Newman University
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Courses Taught- Cultural Diversity, Linguistics, ESOL Assessment, ESOL Methods, and the Practicum courses
ESOL Teacher
USD 259: Mead and Marshall Middle School
08.2004 - 05.2009
Education
Master of Science - Education for ESOL
Newman University
Wichita, Ks12.2013
Bachelors of Science - Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, Ks05.2004
Associate of Arts -
Butler County Community College
El Dorado, Ks05.2002
Skills
- Writing Individual Learning Plans for ESOL students
- Organizing contact minutes for ESOL district audit
- Building ESOL master schedule
- Assisting/planning KELPA testing
- Creating and delivering professional development
- Performing classroom observations
- Coaching conversations with teachers
- Taught ESOL endorsement courses
- Providing researched-based strategies to ESOL students
- Differentiating lessons
- Data-driven instructional planning
- Using Restorative Practices
Accomplishments
- Twice nominated for 'Teacher of the Year'
- Presenter at Atlanta Trauma Informed Care Conference
- Authored a chapter in the book 'Journey to Refuge'
- Featured in the Wichita Public Spotlight - My WPS Story
Timeline
ESOL Department Chair
USD 259: North High School
08.2023 - Current
Instructional Coach
USD 259-Curtis Middle School
08.2011 - 08.2015
Adjunct Professor
Newman University
08.2011 - 08.2015
ESOL Newcomer Teacher
USD 259: Curtis Middle School
08.2009 - 08.2023
ESOL Teacher
USD 259: Mead and Marshall Middle School
08.2004 - 05.2009
Bachelors of Science - Education
Wichita State University
Master of Science - Education for ESOL
Newman University
Associate of Arts -
Butler County Community College
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