STEPHANIE T. JACKSON
Hephzibah
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with over 20 years in curriculum development and instructional coaching. Achieved significant student growth and recognized with Teacher of the Year honors, while creating the district’s mathematics curriculum calendar and driving a 93% Georgia Milestones proficiency rate.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Mathematics
Thomson-McDuffie Middle School
Thomson
06.2020 - Current
- Plan and deliver engaging mathematics instruction, monitor student progress, provide intervention and enrichment, and prepare students for Georgia Milestones success. Maintain high instructional standards while supporting schoolwide improvement and teacher development.
- Taught Enhanced Algebra: Concepts & Connections at district level.
- Developed district’s 8th Grade and Enhanced Algebra Mathematics Curriculum Calendar (2024–2026), aligning instruction with educational standards.
- Achieved intervention growth rates of 12%, 36%, 75%, 79%, and 108% respectively.
- Earned an 83% Georgia Milestones pass rate (2022) and a 93% proficiency rate, helping the school earn Georgia Math Leader School recognition.
- Recognized as Teacher of the Month (January 2021) for exceptional performance and contributions to school community.
- Received nominations for Teacher of the Year for three consecutive years and earned the title in 2024.
- Mentored cohort of novice educators, fostering professional growth and serving on leadership team to support school initiatives.
- Contributed to the GMAS DRC Item & Data Review Committee in 2024 and 2026.
Alternative Education Teacher, English Language Arts and Mathematics
Foothills Education Charter High School
Augusta
01.2018 - 04.2020
- Facilitated credit recovery and diploma acquisition for 200+ high school students through an instructional virtual platform at Fort Gordon Youth ChalleNGe Academy. Reinforced academic, interpersonal, and self-management skills while preparing students for Georgia Milestones success.
- Directly contributed to a 90% graduation rate.
- Maintained 82.6% retention and pass rates, ensuring students remained on track for graduation.
- Received proficient evaluations in annual performance reviews, reflecting dedication to student success and instructional quality.
- Promoted to instructional coach, guiding 12 educators in enhancing teaching strategies across all academic disciplines.
- Functioned as executive officer and received recognition as Spotlight of the Month (October 2019).
Adjunct Instructor, Interpersonal Communications
Helms College
Augusta
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Instructed adult learners in Culinary Education, designing curriculum with Backward Design and adult learning theory to enhance student outcomes.
- Maintained 100% and 92% academic success rates in Interpersonal Communications and Business Mathematics respectively.
- Achieved 94% instructor satisfaction on end-of-course surveys.
- Served as academic liaison, bridging communication between students and leadership to address academic needs.
- Facilitated student placements into professional culinary careers, aligning student skills with industry opportunities.
Teacher, English Language Arts and Mathematics
Richmond County Public Schools
Augusta
02.2002 - 06.2016
- Delivered instruction and professional learning, enhancing student achievement in ELA and mathematics through development of lesson plans, facilitation of workshops, and support for schoolwide instructional improvement.
- Served as ELA and Mathematics Intervention Specialist for 56 students, resulting in 98% ELA benchmark achievement.
- Improved graduation candidate exit exam pass rates to nearly 90%.
- Increased statewide writing assessment passing percentage by 32%.
- Directed initiatives as lead teacher and PBIS coach, reducing discipline referrals and increasing promotion rates to 98%.
- Coached mathletes, resulting in district competition placements of 2nd and 4th individually, and 2nd in problem-solving.
- Designated by Dr. Warren Combs, founder of Writing to Win (W2W), to act as a model trainer and exemplary facilitator for county representation.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Lesley University
Cambridge, MABachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Paine College
Augusta, GASkills
- Curriculum Development
- Assessment Design
- Data Analysis
- Student Achievement Growth
- Georgia Milestones Preparation
- Classroom Management
- Gifted Education
- Intervention strategies
- Teacher Mentoring
- Professional Learning
- Virtual Learning
- Instructional Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Parent Communication
- Leadership Development
- Public Speaking
Professional Recognition
- Teacher of the Year (2024)
- Teacher of the Month (01/01/21)
- Mentor Teacher
- Leadership Team Member
- Curriculum Writer
- Teacher Support Specialist
- Public Speaking Facilitator
- Tutoring & Academic Coaching
Experience Years
22
Licensure Certifications
- Georgia Professional Educator Certificate (Level 5), Georgia Professional Standards Commission, Mathematics (6–12), Standard Professional Certificate, 06/08/24, 06/30/26, Middle Grades Mathematics (4–8), Standard Professional Certificate, 07/01/21, 06/30/26, Middle Grades Language Arts (4–8), Standard Professional Certificate, 07/01/21, 06/30/26
- Clearance Certificate, 07/01/21, 06/30/26
- Gifted Endorsement, 2025
- PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports)
- Exceptional Child Certification
- Westminster Schools of Augusta GenCyber Teacher Program Certificate, 48, 2024
Select Projects Contributions
- Spelling Bee Coordinator, Coached and prepared students for annual national competition. Organized schoolwide mock events resulting in 1st place county finish and 3rd place regional finish.
- National Honor Society Advisor, Reestablished and co-advised the National Honor Society, restoring school pride and recognizing excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Inducted 16 candidates.
- Study Hall Administrator, Supported scholastic success of student-athletes by creating weekly progress reports, serving as liaison between teachers and coaching staff, and maintaining academic accountability for a team ranked #1 for three consecutive years.
Timeline
Teacher, Mathematics
Thomson-McDuffie Middle School
06.2020 - Current
Alternative Education Teacher, English Language Arts and Mathematics
Foothills Education Charter High School
01.2018 - 04.2020
Adjunct Instructor, Interpersonal Communications
Helms College
01.2017 - 01.2019
Teacher, English Language Arts and Mathematics
Richmond County Public Schools
02.2002 - 06.2016
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Lesley University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Paine College