Jessica Nelson
Metairie,LA
Summary
Experienced with developing and implementing instructional strategies that improve teaching effectiveness. Utilizes data-driven approaches to assess and address educational needs. Track record of fostering professional growth among educators through consistent support and guidance. Friendly Instructional Coach with skills in assessing and improvising the talents of early learners. First-rate coordination, time management and problem-solving abilities. Strengths in providing individualized coaching and using observation and data to identify potential learning needs. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach
Beary Cherry Tree Early Learning Center
06.2023 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with administrators, staff, and parents on various initiatives.
- Boosted teacher morale through regular recognition events celebrating success stories from classrooms across the campus.
- Developed mentorship program for new teachers, enhancing their teaching skills and confidence in classroom.
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Jefferson Parish School System
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies, leading to improved instructional methods across the school.
- Organized extracurricular activities like clubs or field trips that enriched students'' educational experiences while fostering social skills and teamwork abilities.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly, ensuring targeted growth for all learners.
- Led structured small group sessions targeting specific skills or concepts, enabling focused attention on areas needing improvement for individual students.
- Incorporated hands-on activities into lessons to engage students kinesthetically and enhance understanding of complex topics.
- Provided guidance on policies and initiatives for kindergarten teaching team.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- 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.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Jefferson Parish School Board
08.2003 - 05.2019
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Utilized data-driven instruction practices to identify areas needing improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Offered after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for struggling students.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Organized field trips, guest speakers, and extracurricular activities to enhance the curriculum and engage students beyond the classroom setting.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.2003
Skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Instructional planning skills
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Outstanding interpersonal abilities
- Collaborative learning
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Confidence building
- Developing Individualized Lessons
- Dependable and Responsible
- Self Motivation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 40 staff members using the CLASS observation tool infant to pre-k.
Certification
- Certified CLASS, Teachstone 2024
- Professional Development Specialist, CDA Council -2023
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Beary Cherry Tree Early Learning Center
06.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Jefferson Parish School System
08.2019 - 05.2023
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Jefferson Parish School Board
08.2003 - 05.2019
- Certified CLASS, Teachstone 2024
- Professional Development Specialist, CDA Council -2023
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Southeastern Louisiana University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
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