JESSICA WINSTON
Pearl,MS
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Pearl Public School District
08.2019 - Current
- Maintain superior classroom management with minimal office referrals
- Implement standards for classroom behavior in accordance with district policies
- Evaluate the progress of each student and provide constructive feedback
- Collaborate with content specialist to make high level instructional recommendations for additional content coverage on alignments
- Maintain relationships with parents and legal guardians of students in order to keep them informed of their child's progress
- Work collaboratively with other teachers and administrators, including special education teachers and teacher's aids, to provide individualized support for each student on a regular basis
- Ensure that students meet educational standards and school performance goals for their grade level
- Mentor teachers by providing effective classroom strategies
- Assist in developing English curriculum for grades 6th-8th
- Assist in leadership and administrative roles when needed
- Coordinate the school spelling bee.
Teacher
Jackson Public School District
08.2014 - 07.2019
- Maintained superior classroom management with minimal office referrals
- Implemented standards for classroom behavior in accordance with district policies
- Evaluated the progress of each student and provide constructive feedback
- Selected appropriate reading materials for students
- Developed classroom activities that promote class participation
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers and administrators, including special education teachers and teacher's aids, to provide individualized support for each student on a regular basis.
Care Team Coordinator
Gentiva Health Services
12.2013 - 07.2014
- Created, maintained, and updated clinicians' schedules
- Served as the point of contact for all interactions with clinical team members and administrative associates
- Received and entered data for new and current patients and employee records
- Filed incoming documents and medical files daily.
Education
DOCTORAL DEGREE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP -
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS05.2023
SPECIALIST IN INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP -
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS08.2018
MASTER OF EDUCATION -
Mississippi College
Jackson, MS05.2016
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE in SOCIOLOGY -
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS12.2007
Skills
- Curriculum Development & Alignment: Extensive experience designing and aligning curricula with state standards, including MAAP
- Classroom Management: Proven ability to maintain an engaging and disciplined learning environment
- Leadership & Mentorship: Skilled in mentoring fellow educators and stepping into leadership roles when needed
- Online Teaching: Proficient in various online teaching platforms, including Google Classroom, Blackboard, and Zoom
- Project-Based Learning: Successfully implemented PBL to engage students and foster collaborative learning
- Student-Centered Learning: Committed to developing personalized learning plans to meet individual student needs
Accomplishments
- 2023 Rankin County Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Year Top Ten Finalist
- 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year, Pearl Junior High School
- November 2021 Teacher of the Month, Pearl Junior High School
- May 2019 Certificate of Appreciation, Siwell Middle School
- March 2018 Teacher of the Month, Siwell Middle School
Certification
Teacher Certification (AAAA), License #199945
- 105 Business Education (7-12)
- 119 English (7-12)
- 192 Social Studies (7-12)
Awards
- 2023 Rankin County Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Year Top Ten Finalist
- 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year Pearl Junior High School
- November 2021 Teacher of the Month Pearl Junior High School
- May 2019 Certificate of Appreciation Siwell Middle School
- March 2018 Teacher of the Month Siwell Middle School
Quote
Opportunities Don't happen.You create them.
Chris Grosser
Timeline
Teacher
Pearl Public School District
08.2019 - Current
Teacher
Jackson Public School District
08.2014 - 07.2019
Care Team Coordinator
Gentiva Health Services
12.2013 - 07.2014
DOCTORAL DEGREE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP -
William Carey University
SPECIALIST IN INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP -
William Carey University
MASTER OF EDUCATION -
Mississippi College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE in SOCIOLOGY -
Mississippi College
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