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Jessica P Rollins

New Braunfels,TX

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary Teachers K, 1st, 2nd

Comal ISD
09.2016 - Current
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Integrated technology into 100% of daily lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Participated in Texas State Teacher Prep program as Cooperating Teacher for Texas State University

Elementary Teacher, 3rd Grade Math

Huntsville ISD
08.2013 - 06.2016
  • 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.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
  • Integrated technology into 80% of daily lesson plans.

Elementary Teacher PK, 2nd Grade

Comal ISD
08.2006 - 05.2013
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
  • Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.

Education

Master of Science - Library And Information Science

Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Generalist EC-4

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX
05.2006

Skills

  • Interdisciplinary Teaching
  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Technological Integration
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Team Teaching and Collaboration

Certification

English as a Second Language Certified

Timeline

Elementary Teachers K, 1st, 2nd

Comal ISD
09.2016 - Current

Elementary Teacher, 3rd Grade Math

Huntsville ISD
08.2013 - 06.2016

Elementary Teacher PK, 2nd Grade

Comal ISD
08.2006 - 05.2013

Master of Science - Library And Information Science

Texas A&M University - Commerce

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Generalist EC-4

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Jessica P Rollins