Jessica Rolston
Shawnee,KS
Summary
Assessment professional with extensive experience in creating and managing effective assessment programs. Proven ability to drive improvements in testing procedures and ensure compliance with educational standards. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and delivering results through adaptive and strategic planning.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Assessment
St. James Academy
05.2023 - Current
- Building Test Coordinator for multiple assessment programs including Advanced Placement, PreACT/ACT, Kansas State Assessments, MTSS Assessments, Kansas English Language Proficiency Assessments, PSAT, and High School Placement Test.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining quality standards.
- Streamlined data collection and analysis processes for more accurate results and better-informed decisions.
- Coordinated efforts among multiple departments to ensure smooth execution of large-scale assessments for 1000+ students.
- Analyzed testing data and identified problematic areas.
- Improved assessment quality by developing and implementing standardized testing procedures.
- Prioritized projects, managed multiple tasks and met deadlines.
- Presented findings from assessments to building leadership, informing key decisions related to academic programs.
Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
St. James Academy
01.2016 - 05.2023
- Empowered educators to take ownership of their professional growth through reflective practices and goal-setting activities.
- Contributed to a positive school climate by modeling ethical leadership behaviors and fostering open lines of communication among all stakeholders.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through the implementation of best practices in instructional methodology, assessment, and evaluation.
- Developed and executed intervention plans for struggling students, connecting them with appropriate resources to improve academic outcomes.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Building Test Coordinator for multiple assessment programs including Advanced Placement, Kansas State Assessments, and MTSS Assessments
Learning Coach/School Improvement Specialist
Belmont Elementary, Horizon Elementary, & Starside Elementary Schools
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Developed comprehensive intervention programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of at-risk students, resulting in increased academic achievement and reduced dropout rates.
- Evaluated teacher performance using multiple measures including observation data, student growth outcomes, and stakeholder feedback for informed decision-making on staffing matters.
- Assisted in curriculum development initiatives for the improvement of school-wide instructional practices.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on best practices in classroom management and instruction.
- Facilitated workshops, sessions, and seminars on a wide range of topics for educators at all levels of the school district.
- Strengthened teacher collaboration through the establishment of professional learning communities focused on student achievement.
Teacher
Mize Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2007
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Education
Masters Degree in Educational Administration -
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS01.2008
Bachelor's in Science in Education - Early Childhood Education
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS01.2000
Skills
- Test administration
- Instructional leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Responsible and dependable
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Coaching and mentoring
Certification
- Building Level Administrator K-12
- Elementary K – 9
- Early Childhood Education
Timeline
Director of Assessment
St. James Academy
05.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
St. James Academy
01.2016 - 05.2023
Learning Coach/School Improvement Specialist
Belmont Elementary, Horizon Elementary, & Starside Elementary Schools
01.2007 - 01.2016
Teacher
Mize Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2007
Masters Degree in Educational Administration -
Emporia State University
Bachelor's in Science in Education - Early Childhood Education
Emporia State University
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