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Jessica Roldan

Roselle,NJ

Summary

Well-qualified educator bringing ten years of progressive experience in education. Service-oriented and relationship-driven with good administrative skills. Seek long-term position. Detail-oriented planner and problem-solver assesses quality and effectiveness of instruction and makes positive changes to better serve student needs. Hardworking and reliable with strong ability in management. Offering support and relationship-building. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Studies Educator

Elizabeth Public Schools
09.2019 - Current
  • Led and co-coordinated the pilot program AVID Excel
  • Participated and developed New Jersey's Law Day Competition school-wide
  • Led Professional Learning Community Meeting on Using Data in the Classroom
  • Led the tutoring program and mentored new Tutors joining the program
  • Joined the ScIP committee for 2024-2025 school year to further analyze school data and implement supports as needed
  • Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery
  • Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline
  • Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching aligned to NJ State Standards
  • Managed and organized class records and reports that are data-based to guide instruction
  • Liaised with teachers to develop cohesive educational plans and improve student support
  • Utilized formative/summative assessments to gauge learning comprehension
  • Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff
  • Counseled students directly on course choices, schedules and study habits.
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.

6th Grade Chairperson/Social Studies Educator

Newark Public Schools
09.2014 - 06.2019
  • Thoughtfully contributed to committee plans and strategic decision making
  • Offered recommendations to board on ways to improve success of proposed plans and assure efficient execution
  • Led weekly committee meetings to create and discuss facility events to recognize associates for various achievements
  • Provided organizational leadership to professionals
  • Created lesson plans focusing on world history, important historical figures and events that have impacted modern society
  • Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction
  • Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children
  • Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students
  • Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction
  • Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education
  • Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students
  • Prepared, administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress
  • Collaborated with graphic designers to integrate copy with visual concepts and negotiate layout-driven revisions.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

Kean University
Union, NJ
07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - History/Education

Kean University
Union, NJ
06.2014

Skills

  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Curriculum Development
  • Instructional Materials Creation
  • Proficient in Google Apps for Education
  • Leadership Development

Certification

  • School Administrator/Supervisor Certification - NJ
  • Teacher of Social Studies Certification - NJ

Accomplishments

Created highly effective new program that significantly impacted efficiency and improved history education in an urban school.

Activities

  • Member, Alumni Association - Phi Theta Alpha
  • Student Council Development and Advisor
  • Yearbook Developer and Advisor
  • Debate Team Developer and Advisor

Timeline

Social Studies Educator

Elizabeth Public Schools
09.2019 - Current

6th Grade Chairperson/Social Studies Educator

Newark Public Schools
09.2014 - 06.2019

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

Kean University

Bachelor of Arts - History/Education

Kean University

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