JESSIE TENAGLIA
Dave and Busters
Quincy,MA
5
Certifications
10
years of professional experience
High School Science Teacher teaching 5+ classes per week in Biology, Chemistry, Marine Science, and Life Science across comprehensive and evening programs, supporting 100+ students per day. Designs inclusive, inquiry-based science instruction for mixed-ability classrooms and aligns 15+ lesson plans per month with student needs through co-teaching, flexible pacing, and differentiated instruction. Supports graduation progress for at-risk students while maintaining a safe, structured learning environment.
Work History
High School Science Teacher
5 Years 1 Month- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
High School Science Teacher
1 Year 9 Months- Track 105 students weekly across attendance, assignment completion, and diploma progress to identify support needs early.
- Design flexible science curriculum that aligns instruction with diploma requirements and supports at-risk learners.
- Differentiate instruction for mixed-ability classrooms using scaffolding, co-teaching, and special education support.
- Use Microsoft Office suite and educational technology to organize materials, communicate expectations, and reinforce classroom routines.
High School Substitute EL English Teacher
1 Year 9 Months- Plan English lessons that align reading, writing, and discussion activities with student language goals.
- Apply differentiated instruction to adapt materials, pacing, and checks for understanding across mixed proficiency groups.
- Collaborate in co-teaching settings to reinforce classroom routines, student engagement, and consistent support.
Junior Varsity and Varisty Soccer Goalie Coach
2 Years 1 Month- Plan and implement targeted goalie drills tailored to season needs and individual skill gaps.
- Support high school goalies throughout the season with individualized feedback and in-session corrections.
- Strengthen goalkeeper confidence and reaction time through consistent repetition and focused coaching.
Waitress/ Special Events Server
5 Years 4 Months- Memorize menus and specials to answer guest questions quickly and recommend items with confidence.
- Coordinate with kitchen, service staff, and managers to keep orders moving smoothly.
- Prepare and decorate venues before events, following setup standards and timelines.
Special Ed. Teacher
4 Years- Crafted lessons through careful lesson planning and curriculum development to match classroom needs and learning goals.
- Maintained a safe, structured classroom with consistent classroom management and clear daily routines.
- Adapted instruction with differentiated instruction and scaffolding techniques to support varied learning needs.
Visitor Experience Volunteer
3 Years- Delivered clear conservation information to visitors, translating aquarium exhibits into engaging, easy-to-understand explanations.
- Monitored animal welfare at touch tanks and followed handling guidelines to support a safe environment.
- Collaborated with staff and fellow volunteers to keep visitor flow organized and answer questions promptly.
Special Ed. Para & ABA
1 Year 9 Months- Assisted the lead teacher in maintaining a safe, structured classroom environment for students with diverse learning needs.
- Used differentiated instruction and scaffolding techniques to adapt lessons for student readiness and participation.
- Reinforced classroom routines, behavior expectations, and co-teaching support to help lessons run smoothly.
Substitute Teacher
2 Months- Developed lesson plans and adjusted activities to support varied learning levels in 7th-grade classrooms.
- Applied differentiated instruction to make assignments more accessible for students with different academic needs.
- Supported classroom management by keeping students focused, organized, and ready to follow substitute plans.
Research Staff
4 Months- Cultured and maintained Hyalella azteca for toxicology experiments, keeping living material ready for testing.
- Fed aquatic organisms on schedule and monitored culture conditions to support healthy specimen growth.
- Prepared clean water and maintained lab supplies to support consistent toxicology experiment workflows.
Assistant to Records Manager
3 Years- Organized legal documents to maintain accurate files and improve access to case materials.
- Conducted legal research and summarized findings for attorney review.
- Supported records management tasks by maintaining orderly document workflows and responding to internal requests.
Research Assistant
7 Months- Supported laboratory protocol and technique execution by setting up materials, following procedures, and maintaining workspace organization.
- Analyzed research data in RStudio and applied data analysis methods to organize findings for review.
- Documented observations and updated records using Microsoft Office suite to keep research files accurate and accessible.
Math Tutor
1 Year 11 Months- Adapted instruction for individual learning needs by using differentiated instruction and scaffolding techniques during one-on-one support.
- Prepared lesson planning materials for statistics and pre-calculus topics, aligning examples and practice problems to course objectives.
- Used educational technology and Microsoft Office suite tools to create study guides, organize exercises, and support student review.
Education
Masters of Education (MEd) - Secondary Education, Special Education
- With Distinction
- May 2025
- GPA: 3.86/4.0
Master of Oceanography (MO) - General Oceanography
- MO
- With Distinction
- August 2021
- GPA: 3.87/4.0
Bachelors of Science (BS) - Environmental Science, Marine Science track, English
- Magna cum laude
- Dean’s List
- GPA: 3.6/4.0
Skills
Curriculum development
Lesson planning
Differentiated instruction
Co-teaching
Scaffolding
Special education support
English language learner instruction
Scaffolding techniques
Classroom management
Microsoft Office suite
RStudio
Data analysis
Educational technology
504 plan implementation
Curriculum adaptation
Accommodation implementation
Certification
1 2019
ACTIVITIES/HONORS
- Member of Golden Key International Honours Community, Invited into an international honors program targeted at individuals falling within the top 15% of their college or university., Member of Sigma Gamma Epsilon: Theta Chapter, Members admitted must possess a GPA of 3.00 or higher in earth sciences., Chancellor’s Merit Based Scholarship, Received a full, merit-based scholarship for the entirety of my undergraduate career., Fillmore Scholarship, Received a scholarship of $4,000 to help finance my graduate education.
- Little East Conference (LEC) Fall All-Academic, Awarded by the LEC to second year University of Massachusetts Boston athletes with a cumulative GPA of 3.30 or higher., Freshman Einstein Award, Awarded to the freshman student athlete with the highest GPA., Recipient of Undergraduate Funding, Awarded $1,000 in Undergraduate Funding for research pertaining to honors thesis in environmental science., 7th Annual Environmental Research Colloquium, Awarded 3rd place and $100 for a poster presentation on the effects of EDCs on mussel populations along the MA coast., 25th Annual Massachusetts Undergraduate Research Conference, Delivered an oral presentation for honors thesis for English., Delivered a poster presentation for honors thesis in environmental science.
Publications
- 25th Annual Massachusetts Undergraduate Research Conference
- Delivered an oral presentation for honors thesis for English.
- Delivered a poster presentation for honors thesis in environmental science.
Timeline
High School Science Teacher
Quincy Evening High School
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
High School Substitute EL English Teacher
Quincy Evening High School
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Junior Varsity and Varisty Soccer Goalie Coach
Quincy High
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
High School Science Teacher
North Quincy High School
09.2021 - CurrentRead More
Waitress/ Special Events Server
Dave and Busters
06.2021 - CurrentRead More
Special Ed. Teacher
Quincy Summer Program
06.2021 - 06.2025Read More
Special Ed. Para & ABA
Snug Harbor Elementary, Quincy, MA
09.2019 - 06.2021Read More
Substitute Teacher
SouthWest Middle School, Quincy, MA
09.2019 - 11.2019Read More
Research Staff
University of Massachusetts Boston
05.2019 - 09.2019Read More
Visitor Experience Volunteer
New England Aquarium
03.2019 - 03.2022Read More
Research Assistant
University of Massachusetts Boston
10.2018 - 05.2019Read More
Math Tutor
University of Massachusetts Boston
10.2016 - 09.2018Read More
Assistant to Records Manager
Thornton Law Firm, Boston, MA
06.2016 - 06.2019Read More
University of Massachusetts Boston
Bachelors of Science (BS) from Environmental Science, Marine Science track, English
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University of Rhode Island
Master of Oceanography (MO) from General Oceanography
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University of Massachusetts Boston
Masters of Education (MEd) from Secondary Education, Special Education
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