LYNISE JACKSON
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dedicated Educator with over 11 years of experience in guiding students and families toward academic success. Expertise in virtual instruction, personalized learning plans, and student assessments. Proven ability to support high school students in college research, application processes, and essay development. Strong relationship builder with a focus on managing priorities and facilitating meaningful academic pursuits.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
TEACHER
BALTIMORE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2015 - Current
- Facilitate student learning and provide individualized academic support to improve student success and readiness for the transition to elementary school.
- Create and adapt instructional materials to address individualized learning plans and student needs within established learning goals.
- Administered subject-specific assessments and analyzed student performance to identify strengths and tailor instructional supports.
- Monitored student progress toward academic objectives and provided actionable feedback to guide students, parents, and administration.
- Delivered virtual instruction and support, adapting communication and instructional strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Communicate consistently with families, colleagues, and administrators to address student needs, share progress, and support academic success.
- Maintain accurate student data and records in online databases to support progress monitoring and informed decision-making.
- Contribute to school leadership as an active member of the Instructional Leadership Team and deliver professional development to colleagues.
EARLY INTERVENTION INSTRUCTOR
TRELLIS SERVICES
02.2014 - 09.2015
- Delivered individualized 1:1 instruction and support, enhancing learning outcomes for preschool and elementary-aged students with autism spectrum disorder and other disabilities.
- Executed engaging, student-centered activities aligned with goals and objectives from Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), fostering meaningful progress for each student.
- Developed individualized education plans for children with developmental delays.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources and support for child development.
- Conducted assessments to identify children's strengths and areas for improvement.
TEACHER ASSISTANT
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY WEINBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Assisted in developing and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans and assessments to enhance learning experiences.
- Built strong relationships with children and families, fostering open communication with parents, colleagues, and students to support student success.
- Engaged in parent meetings, home visits, and conferences to strengthen family involvement and professional development opportunities.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction
Concordia University
Portland, OR 01.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Family & Consumer Sciences
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD 08.2008 - 12.2013
Accelerated Teaching - Early Childhood Education
Notre Dame of Maryland
Baltimore, MD 09.2017 - 05.2018
Skills
- Individualized Education Plans
- Academic Progress Monitoring
- Individualized Learning Plans
- Online instruction
- Virtual Student Support
- Student Advising & Support
- Family Communication
- Student Goal Setting
- Deadline & Task Management
- College Application Support
- Essay Review & Feedback
- Scholarship Research
Certification
Maryland Teaching Certification – Early Childhood
COLLEGE APPLICATION & STUDENT SUPPORT EXPERIENCE
- Independent College Application Support | 2025-Present
- Guided a high school student through the college research and application process, including researching programs, reviewing requirements, and organizing application materials.
- Reviewed and provided constructive feedback on personal statements, scholarship essays, and application responses while preserving the student's authentic voice.
- Researched scholarship opportunities and financial-aid resources and helped organize application deadlines and required documentation.
- Helped connect academic interests, extracurricular experiences, career goals, and personal strengths to potential college programs and opportunities.
- Supported the development and refinement of application materials while maintaining an organized timeline through the college application process.
Timeline
Accelerated Teaching - Early Childhood Education
Notre Dame of Maryland
09.2017 - 05.2018
TEACHER
BALTIMORE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2015 - Current
TEACHER ASSISTANT
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY WEINBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
09.2014 - 08.2015
EARLY INTERVENTION INSTRUCTOR
TRELLIS SERVICES
02.2014 - 09.2015
Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction
Concordia University
01.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Family & Consumer Sciences
Morgan State University
08.2008 - 12.2013