Jessica Woody
Henderson,NV
Summary
Passionate and intuitive educator seeking a role as instructional coach. Looking to apply my knowledge of research-based instructional strategies, interpersonal skills, and creativity to contribute to the success and achievement of Somerset Academy Losee staff & students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Somerset Academy Losee
North Las Vegas, NV
2023.08 - Current
- Implemented research-based practices on the science of reading to provide students with a solid reading foundation, mentored & facilitated other educators' implementation of LETRS
- Cultivated inclusive classroom environment rooted in cooperative learning and positive expectations
- Used data from formative and summative assessments to inform instruction
- Demonstrated knowledge of effective instructional & classroom management strategies
- Empowered students to advocate for themselves and solve problems using social-emotional learning
First Grade Teacher
Somerset Academy Stephanie
Henderson, NV
2021.08 - 2023.05
- Participated actively on school committees focused on curriculum development or assessment initiatives.
- Established effective communication with colleagues across grade levels to develop a cohesive school culture.
Kindergarten Teacher
Somerset Academy Losee
North Las Vegas, USA
2019.08 - 2021.05
- Facilitated PLC meetings with kindergarten team as lead kindergarten teacher
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptiveness by developing virtual lessons and activities for distance learning
Library Specialist
Elaine Wynn Elementary School
Las Vegas, NV
2018.11 - 2019.05
- Coordinated activities pertaining to the library such as the book fair, Family Literacy Night, and author visits
Practica & Student Teaching
Jan Jones Blackhurst Elementary School
Las Vegas, NV
2017.08 - 2018.11
Substitute Teacher
Clark County School District
Las Vegas, USA
2016.04 - 2018.11
Education
MS - Public School Leadership
Columbia University
2023-01
BS - Elementary Education
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
2018-01
Advanced Honors High School Diploma -
Las Vegas Academy of The Arts
2014-01
Skills
- Resourceful
- Flexible
- Collaborative
- Dependable
- Reflective
- Empathetic
- Growth Mindset
References
References available upon request.
Certification
- Nevada Elementary Education Teaching License K-8
- Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading & Spelling (LETRS) Local Certified Facilitator
Experience Leading PD
- 2022 - Present - Presenter for LETRS Volume 2 trainings for teachers from all Somerset Academy of NV schools
- 2024 - UFLI PD for K-2 teachers
- 2024 - Sound Wall PD for K-2 teachers with a focus on classroom application
- 2022 - Writing PD for K-1 teachers with a focus on sentence-level comprehension and sentence writing
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Somerset Academy Losee
2023.08 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Somerset Academy Stephanie
2021.08 - 2023.05
Kindergarten Teacher
Somerset Academy Losee
2019.08 - 2021.05
Library Specialist
Elaine Wynn Elementary School
2018.11 - 2019.05
Practica & Student Teaching
Jan Jones Blackhurst Elementary School
2017.08 - 2018.11
Substitute Teacher
Clark County School District
2016.04 - 2018.11
MS - Public School Leadership
Columbia University
BS - Elementary Education
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Advanced Honors High School Diploma -
Las Vegas Academy of The Arts