Jessica Southerland
Dickson,TN
Summary
Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and facilitation skills. Invested in the long term success of the students and staff of White Bluff Elementary and Dickson County Schools.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
RTI Interventionist
White Bluff Elementary
White Bluff, TN
08.2019 - Current
- Provided direct instruction to students using evidence-based interventions.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing data analysis and review of intervention effectiveness.
- Established a positive rapport with students, families, staff, and community members by demonstrating a commitment to collaboration.
Title 1 Parent Involvement Facilitator
White Bluff Elementary
White Bluff, TN
08.2023 - Current
- Organize school level Family Nights by managing a budget, coordinating staff member volunteers, and communicating with community members to ensure maximum attendance.
- Maintain appropriate records required for schools using Title 1 funding.
- Gather and interpret data collected from families to make decisions regarding of the best use of available funds.
Building Level Summer School Principal
White Bluff Elementary
White Bluff , TN
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with local schools to ensure a smooth transition of students from regular school year to summer program.
- Fostered positive school culture and promoted safety and equity for students.
- Monitored student performance, attendance, and behavior throughout the summer program, with special attention given to students affected by state promotion guidelines.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
White Bluff Elementary
Dickerson, TN
08.2006 - 07.2019
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet academic standards.
- Provided individualized instruction to students with diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Maintained a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
Education
Doctor of Education - Administrative Leadership
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City, TN05-2027
Master of Education - Administrative Leadership
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City, TN05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN05-2006
Skills
- Curriculum and Intervention Implementation
- Small Group Instruction
- Workshop Facilitation
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Collaboration with Stakeholders
Additional Areas of Experience
- Committees and School Leadership Roles: PBIS Committee, Leadership Committee, Crisis Response Team, and Emergency Response/Mock Code team, AR Committee Co-chair
- School Coordinator with The Quest Center
- Organized and executed school fundraiser with community partner, Petals on the Bluff
- Volunteers each summer at a local camp that serves students from the White Bluff community
Timeline
Title 1 Parent Involvement Facilitator
White Bluff Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Building Level Summer School Principal
White Bluff Elementary
06.2023 - Current
RTI Interventionist
White Bluff Elementary
08.2019 - Current
Elementary Classroom Teacher
White Bluff Elementary
08.2006 - 07.2019
Doctor of Education - Administrative Leadership
Carson-Newman University
Master of Education - Administrative Leadership
Carson-Newman University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Lipscomb University
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