Jill Harvey
Forney,TX
Summary
I am a dedicated, enthusiastic, organized, and passionate educator, skilled in presenting and providing colleagues and students with explicit instruction. As an Instructional Coach, I have shared my knowledge of literacy and my passion for reading and learning while coaching teachers. I possess a need to share knowledge with others that have the same profession. Building relationships with and growing teachers in their craft has been my focus as an Instructional Coach. I have been recognized for having a passion for teaching and building relationships with students and colleagues. I embody Excellence Always.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
Elementary Schools Mesquite ISD
08.2015 - Current
- Mentored and supported teachers on classroom teaching practices using Bambrick's Get Better Faster and See it, Name it, Do it coaching model.
- Collected data from learning walks to determine next steps for coaching conversations.
- Lead Early Literacy Data Meetings and facilitated in helping teachers find the next steps for students.
- Planned and delivered mini Professional Learning trainings based on trends from learning walks.
Learning Recovery Teacher
Mesquite ISD
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Analyze data to drive instruction
- Need based instruction
- Mentored 5th grade students
First Grade Teacher
Cannaday Elementary, Mesquite ISD
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Used strategies to build on students' background knowledge and increase rigor and help students connect to previous learning and think at a high level.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Built relationships with students and families to create a community in the classroom.
Kindergarten/Fifth Grade Teacher
Saunders Elementary
09.2010 - 07.2013
- Implemented focused lessons for reading readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Implemented a lunch bunch for 5th grade students to create a community environment in the classroom.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, committees, and extracurricular activities.
- Enhanced students' reading comprehension by incorporating engaging literature and targeted discussion questions.
First/Second Grade Teacher
Seabourn Elementary
08.1998 - 06.2010
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading
Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX12.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Texas Arlington
Arlington, TX05.1998
Certified in Elementary Education (1-8) -
University of Texas Arlington
Arlington, TX05.1998
Skills
- Background in instructional planning and PLC process
- Trains teachers based on needs
- Outstanding interpersonal abilities
- Goal-oriented and ambitious
- Personalized coaching plans
- Knowledgeable about PreK-5 curriculum
- Builds relationships with administration, teachers, staff, and students
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Provides timely and growth producing feedback
- Reflection process understanding
- Reads educational books to study new trends
- Taught many staff developments including, New Teacher Academy (2 years), Dive Into the New TEKS, Writer's Workshop 10, For the Love of Reading, and New Teacher Camp
Affiliations
Apple Corp Teacher 2005, Member of Literacy Design Team, Mentored new teachers on campus 8 years, assisted the ELAR department with curriculum writing for the new TEKS, Campus Mentor Liaison 5 years, Lead on Campus Literacy Team
Timeline
Learning Recovery Teacher
Mesquite ISD
09.2021 - 05.2024
Instructional Coach
Elementary Schools Mesquite ISD
08.2015 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Cannaday Elementary, Mesquite ISD
08.2013 - 07.2015
Kindergarten/Fifth Grade Teacher
Saunders Elementary
09.2010 - 07.2013
First/Second Grade Teacher
Seabourn Elementary
08.1998 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - Reading
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Texas Arlington
Certified in Elementary Education (1-8) -
University of Texas Arlington
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