Jessica Ross
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Award-Winning Educator | Instructional Leader | Literacy Specialist
Teacher of the Year (2019-2020) and highly dedicated educator with 14 years of experience in Early Childhood and Special Education. Expert in Science of Reading (SoR) and Structured Literacy frameworks. A proven leader with extensive experience in Personalized Learning. Committed to using data-driven decisions and evidence-based practices to improve student outcomes and mentor the next generation of educators.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, 1st and 2nd Grade
Putnam County Schools
Cookeville, TN
08.2011 - Current
- Instructional Leadership: Served on the Personalized Learning School Team, directing school-wide initiatives to tailor instruction to individual student needs and data profiles.
- Literacy Advocacy: Trained and developed in the Science of Reading; successfully transitioned classroom instruction to a Structured Literacy model, resulting in measurable growth in foundational reading skills.
- Systemic Strategy: Guiding Coalition for Instruction, collaborating with administration to develop and implement long-term school-wide academic and behavioral goals.
- Teacher Mentorship: Actively mentor new teachers and student teachers, providing critical feedback and professional development to ensure high-quality instructional delivery and staff retention.
- Specialized Instruction: Leverage a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education/SPED to provide individualized, inclusive instruction for students with learning disabilities, ensuring equitable access to the curriculum.
- Data-Driven Results: Utilize a variety of formative and summative assessments to design innovative, engaging lesson plans that consistently exceed state standards.
- Community Partnership: Build and maintain strong, proactive relationships with parents and stakeholders to foster a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/SPED
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN12-2010
Skills
- Leadership: Personalized Learning School Team Leader, Guiding Coalition for Instruction
- Literacy: Trained in Science of Reading (SoR), Structured Literacy, and Phonics-based instruction
- Mentorship: Certified Mentor for new teachers, student teachers, and practicum students
- Special Education: Expert in differentiated instruction and IEP implementation
- Technology: Proficient in data-driven platforms (Standards Mastery/MAP/iReady) and digital learning tools
Timeline
Teacher, 1st and 2nd Grade
Putnam County Schools
08.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/SPED
Tennessee Technological University