Jessica Silvia
TIVERTON,RI
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Tiverton Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Worked closely with parents, guardians and stakeholders to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Building Instructional Coach & Reading Specialist
New Bedford Public Schools
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Provided direction and coordination to learners and provided ongoing feedback to learners.
- Modeled Literacy lessons for daily or weekly instruction.
- Enhanced teacher collaboration by organizing and leading professional development workshops.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students having difficulties or falling behind.
- Assisted in the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance and reducing achievement gaps.
- Facilitated the implementation of innovative teaching methods to increase student engagement and motivation.
- Improved classroom management practices through targeted coaching sessions and constructive feedback.
- Promoted data-driven instruction by assisting teachers in the analysis of student performance data.
- Supported curriculum development efforts, aligning instructional materials with state standards and district goals.
Elementary Education Teacher
Westport Public Schools
08.2015 - 02.2021
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement and clear expectations for behavior.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Facilitated cooperative learning groups to encourage teamwork skills and peer collaboration within the classroom setting.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
American International College
Springfield, MA05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Liberal Studies
Emmanuel College
Boston, MA05.2007
Skills
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Faculty Collaboration
- Budget Management
- Goal Setting
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Creativity
- Adaptability
- Multicultural Awareness
Certification
- Reading Specialist
- Elementary Education
- Sheltered English Immersion
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Tiverton Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
Building Instructional Coach & Reading Specialist
New Bedford Public Schools
02.2021 - 11.2023
Elementary Education Teacher
Westport Public Schools
08.2015 - 02.2021
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
American International College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Liberal Studies
Emmanuel College
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