Jessica Taylor
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Dedicated and hard-working Lead Teacher with a well-rounded background. Committed to applying creative solutions to enhance the academic careers of all students, regardless of their unique needs. Prepared to take on the role of Dean of Students at Southdown, utilizing a relationship-driven approach to help every student reach their highest potential and pave the way for their academic success. Recognized for excellent disciplinary skills, addressing and resolving behavior issues with a compassionate and knowledgeable approach that benefits all students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
La-4 Teacher and DD Pre-K Special Needs Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2018 - Current
- Worked as a regular ed classroom teacher and lead. Led school with recruitment efforts and headed countless committees. Mentor teacher for new teachers at Southdowns.
- Worked as a developmental delay teacher, completing IEP's, and progress notes and leading meetings. Worked closely with all providers to establish the best start for every student at Southdowns in my own class and aided other educators in the process.
- Worked as the SBLC chair and 504 coordinator aiding staff in the evaluation process for students that required an IEP. Helped staff identify students that were in need of services.
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Mentor teacher for new teachers year 1-3.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress, lead kindergarten and first grade teams as lead teacher.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting. Also provided rigorous instruction in Math, Science and Social Studies.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
First Grade Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2009 - 05.2014
- As lead teacher, helped teachers develop and diversify instructional abilities to better serve students of different ability levels and backgrounds.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions. Dibels chair for the 2012-2014 school year.
- Dilivered instruction for 20-30 students in all subject areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Grades 1-6 And Pre-K-3 Add On
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2009
Skills
- Parental Communication
- Special needs student education and plan development
- Faculty Development
- Team management
- Vast knowledge of Early Childhood Development
- Behavioral Management
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team to boost enrolment spearheading recruitment events that lead to full enrollment at Southdown's for the 2024-2025 school year.
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Southdowns for the 2023-2024 school year.
Timeline
La-4 Teacher and DD Pre-K Special Needs Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2018 - Current
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2014 - 05.2018
First Grade Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2009 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Grades 1-6 And Pre-K-3 Add On
Louisiana State University
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