Jessicah Lahitou
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Experienced and demonstrated success in writing and editing diverse content, with written work accepted in variety of media outlets. Promoted from writer to editor in under six months. Built and managed extensive network of distinguished writers/contributors as editor. Excels in office-free environment with proven dedication to making deadlines.
Creative, effective, and compassionate teacher with six years of experience in classroom administration, professional pedagogy, and curriculum development. Instructor and academic facilitator focused on student engagement and growth, with experience leading cross-curricular academic team at the secondary level.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer
Self-employed
08.2018 - Current
Wrote deeply reported articles assessing education journalism for The Grade
Conceived idea for monthly column, accepted for publication by FanFare, analyzing depictions of motherhood in film and television
Articles regularly chosen by Medium for wider distribution throughout site
News Writer
Bustle
10.2016 - 07.2018
Pursued and developed stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics (6-10 per week)
Writer and Editor
Ravishly
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Published original coverage of politics and culture
- Promoted from contributing writer to associate editor in under six months
- Developed and managed relationships with existing writers and recruited new contributors
- Copy edited for grammar and factual accuracy
Teacher and Team Leader
Leander ISD
08.2007 - 12.2012
- Taught standard and Pre-AP Language Arts classes to hundreds of middle- and high school students
- Member of English Department recognized for outstanding academic achievement across all demographic groups
- Led cross-curricular team in coordinating curriculum, test schedules, parent communication, field trips, etc.
Education
Master's of Science - Education
Baylor University
Waco, Texas08.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Literary Studies
University of Denver
Denver, Colorado05.2005
Skills
- Cultural Criticism and Analysis
- News Reporting
- Pitch Management
- Content and Line Editing
- Research and Interviews
- Secondary English Education
- Lesson Planning
- Composition Instruction
- Literature and Debate
Timeline
Freelance Writer
Self-employed
08.2018 - Current
News Writer
Bustle
10.2016 - 07.2018
Writer and Editor
Ravishly
07.2015 - 08.2017
Teacher and Team Leader
Leander ISD
08.2007 - 12.2012
Master's of Science - Education
Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts - Literary Studies
University of Denver