Jessica Prado
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic Instructional Consultant working to support teachers as they help students develop and maintain goal-oriented study habits for consistent academic success. Equally skilled at one-on-one and group lessons using adaptable teaching strategies for different types of learners. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction for flexibility and multimedia integration to maximize lesson engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Coach
Elevate K12
02.2022 - Current
- Worked closely with Instructor Allocation, Operations and department managers to help determine present and future staffing needs
- Provided documentation and up-to-date information for online tutors regarding lesson pacing, weekly newsletter and follow up emails
- Offered support to online tutors by providing accessible online resources, technology issues, and substitute scheduling
- Provided monthly feedback on live tutoring sessions to 50+ online tutors as well as schedule meetings to provide detailed information upon request
- Analyzed and track overall program success for multiple, on going programs
- Supported Tier 2 tutors in using data to improve instruction on all levels.
Learning Coach
Strike School, Strike School Online
06.2022 - Current
- Scheduled weekly virtual meetings with students for emotional and academic support based on their progress
- Provided educational resources and supplemental materials to students who express difficulty pertaining to educational platform
- Attended and contribute to monthly virtual school meetings regarding improvements, concerns, new ideas and current changes
- Maintained student records pertaining to their learning plan, academic progression and any concerns expressed by students or their families
- Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes
- Created, collected, and recorded data on student progress to determine next steps for student success
- Offered feedback to other providers to effectively address students' needs
Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify
06.2022 - Current
- Wrote assigned lessons and assessments while adhering to a given style guide and assorted list of constraints – including time allocated to write
- Planned with a keen eye for scientific accuracy, consistency, style, and state standards coherence
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
Science Instructor
Elevate K12, Online
08.2021 - Current
- Prepared and delivered Elevate content, as well as used assessment data to adjust, scaffold, and enrich content as needed
- Utilized variety of portal technology tools in varied ways to increase student learning in context of lessons, such as group chat, private chat, raise hand, whiteboard, QZ, poll, pen access, video, and microphone
- Provided creative and thought provoking use of portal tools, depth of knowledge questions and discussion, methods for inclusive verbal responses, productive use of peer to peer collaboration, and providing real life connection to content
- Created positive learning environment and collaborative community with professional video background and space, dynamic video presence, clear routines, classroom management, student names & relationships, recognition of student effort, ownership of learning, and meaningful discussion
- Maintained professional responsibilities for each program, including positive partnership with CC, AC & Operations and administrative tasks such as professional communication, learning sequence & program calendar updates, attendance & timeliness, application of professional learning and feedback, and participation in any collaboration meetings
- Lead and supported classroom coaches in creating safe, respectful and engaging learning environments as well as instructional materials and technology issues iQ
Curriculum Specialist
IQ3R, Education Technologies Company
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Remained informed of trends in instructional methods and educational technology
- Createed engaging science lessons for elementary English language learners in China via Google slideshow based on NGSS
- Provided support to teachers by helping create and revise materials
- Collaborated with Operations and Development departments to provide updated curriculum using best practices for classroom learning
- Utilized classroom experience and success to serve as a collaborator and guide for classroom teachers to analyze student performance, model instruction, support differentiation
- Communicated with stakeholders during the development process pertaining to the delivery of content, learning style of students and best classroom practices.
Middle School Science Teacher
Southwest Independent School District
12.2014 - 08.2021
- Maintained accurate and complete student records such as progress reports, attendance reports, parent contacts as defined by district policy and school administration
- Participated in curriculum development programs, staff development programs, faculty meetings and other school committee activities as required
- Used innovative instructional methodologies/materials to conduct classes in a proactive, stimulating and effective manner
- Coordinated regular communication with parents regarding their children’s performance
- Developed student behavioral standards to maintain a safe and disciplined environment within classrooms and the entire school
- Assisted in ordering, organizing and maintaining school supplies and facilities in addition to laboratory equipment, materials and chemicals.
Education
Master of Education - Education
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Biotechnology
Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX08.2005
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Virtual Teaching
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinker
- Leadership
- Google Suite
- Social Development
- Immersive Activities
- Curriculum Planning
- Activity Planning
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Certified Science Teacher, grades 4-12 - Indiana & Texas
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Learning Coach
Strike School, Strike School Online
06.2022 - Current
Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify
06.2022 - Current
Academic Coach
Elevate K12
02.2022 - Current
Science Instructor
Elevate K12, Online
08.2021 - Current
Curriculum Specialist
IQ3R, Education Technologies Company
03.2021 - 03.2022
Middle School Science Teacher
Southwest Independent School District
12.2014 - 08.2021
Master of Education - Education
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Associate of Applied Science - Biotechnology
Northwest Vista College