JESSIKA WALTERS
Holland Township School
Wind Gap,PA
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Experienced educational leader with proven track record of driving academic success and fostering positive school culture. Skilled in curriculum development, collaborative strategist, complex problem solver, and strategic planning. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and achieving measurable results. Known for excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and unwavering commitment to student and staff development.
Work History
7 & 8th Grades Science Educator
4 Years- Designed and conducted laboratory experiments for classes of 12+ students, reinforcing science concepts aligning with the NGSS while maintaining a focus on safety and fostering critical thinking skills.
- As Science Curriculum Chair since 2023, developed and updated the science curriculum, conducting research, implemented new curriculum and working with educators based on the NGSS.
- Co-founded and oversee the National Junior Honor Society chapter at Holland, including implementation of a schoolwide tutoring program supporting students in grades 1-7.
- Served on ScIP Committee since 2025 as middle school representative; advocated for professional development opportunities and assessed Danielson Evaluation method's effectiveness.
- Co-advise the Science Club, organizing experiential science activities for grades 3-7 that encourage scientific curiosity, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking.
- Supported the middle school staff in implementing Responsive Classroom practices through education, resource sharing, and modeling specific strategies for consistent classroom use.
- Coached a volleyball team of 16+ players for 7+ years, fostering teamwork and leading the program to a championship title in 2024.
- Collaborated with school leadership on student events and curriculum alignment, supporting multiple NJQSAC reviews.
4th Grade Educator
4 Years 1 Month- Taught 15+ students in a 4th Grade general education classroom, leveraging co-teaching methods over two school years.
- Led 4th grade technology initiatives by introducing new platforms, including Canvas and Google Workspace, for students and faculty.
- Served as a trial class for MindPlay and Collaborative Classroom programs, providing feedback that influenced curriculum adjustments.
- Implemented Being a Writer and Reader curriculums, creating lesson plans and Google Slides for 4th Grade using platforms like Google Classroom.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of core subjects by fostering a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
- GPA: 4.0
- summa cum laude graduate
- Thesis: The Impacts of Covid-19 on the Academic Performance Affected by Attendance rates of Middle School Children
Bachelor in Education
- Dean's List
- 3.9 GPA
- Summa Cum Laude
- Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society
Bachelor of Science - Biology
- Tribeta Honor Society
- 3.9 GPA
- summa cum laude graduate
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Skills
Genesis
Google Classroom
PowerSchool
Canvas
Curriculum Development
Budget Planning & Creation
CDK Budgeting Program
Program Development & Oversight
Collaborative Leadership
Parent-teacher communication
Lab safety procedures
Student engagement
Certification
- Principal Licensure
- Supervisor Licensure
- Teacher of Biology (K-12)
- Teacher of Elementary (K-6)
- TOSD (K-12)
Timeline
7 & 8th Grades Science Educator
Holland Township School
06.2022 - CurrentRead More
4th Grade Educator
Alexandria Middle School
05.2018 - 06.2022Read More
Centenary University
Master of Science from Educational Leadership
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Centenary University
Bachelor in Education
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Centenary University
Bachelor of Science from Biology
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Centenary University
Bachelor of Science from Mathematics
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