Jessica L.
Private tutor in Hialeah, FL
Education
NOVA Southeastern University, Davie FL (August 2015) • Master of Science in Education with a Specialization in Educational Leadership • Significant Coursework: The Master of Science in education with a specialization in educational leadership is a state-approved program in Florida for add-on certification for teachers. It prepares prekindergarten through 12th grade teachers for administrative positions in public and nonpublic schools and school systems. The master's in educational leadership at the Fischler School of Education provides educators with leadership skills through practical application and provides broad knowledge of social, political, and economic forces at work in society that affect education. Course content for students seeking a master’s degree in educational leadership is research based and infuses best practices in education, while aligning directly with the Florida Department of Education’s educational leadership certification requirements. Miami Dade College, Miami, FL (December 2013) • Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education • Significant Coursework: Preparation for work with children and adolescents with and without disabilities as well as English language learners in the classroom. Completion of 140 hours of clinical experience in various classroom settings. Miami Dade College, Miami, FL (May 2011) • Associates of Arts in Elementary Education Electronics and Munitions School, Fort Gordon, GA (March 2008) • Job training for a radio/communications security repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training; 25 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with job instructions.
Experience
Brentwood Elementary---Miami Gardens, FL (2014-Present) First Grade Teacher • See description below. Miami Gardens Elementary---Miami Gardens, FL (2013-2014) First Grade Teacher • Implementation of the District Mathematics and Science Curriculum and Florida's Mathematics Standards. • Interpreting student assessment data and coordinating strategies for enhance learning. • Performs a variety of instructional tasks to facilitate the effective teaching of applicable subject matter and to maintain appropriate classroom environment. • Planning of instructional and other learning activities and exercises. • Provides follow-up instruction on a group or individual basis to reinforce previously presented lessons. • Provides directions and instructions for performing an activity or exercise and answers or clarifies any related questions. • Supervises small group activities and selects specific supplementary materials for lesson presentations. • Proctors and grades examinations and exercises and enters results in the appropriate classroom records. • Manages classroom factors having a bearing upon effective learning. Prepares and maintains student records, attendance records, seating assignments, classroom inventories, instructional files and grade records. • Uses and operates varied instructional and student learning. Miami Gardens Elementary---Miami Gardens, FL (August 2012- Present) Academic Achievers Academy • Member of the project based learning curriculum development team. • Assists students with home learning, tutoring and FCAT/SAT preparation. • Planning of instructional and other learning activities and exercises for afterschool academy. • Provides directions and instructions for performing an activity or exercise and answers or clarifies any related questions. • Coordinates field trips to enhance student learning in project based learning activities. • Conducts parent need surveys. • Coordinates and facilitates workshops to increase parental involvement. Miami Gardens Elementary---Miami Gardens, FL (2011- 2014) Community Involvement Specialist • Assists school-site and district/region office personnel in planning, implementing and administering educational support programs and special projects. • Act as liaison between the district, region, school, home and community to promote educational support programs and provide an on-going channel of communication for participants, parents and the community. • Assists in conducting parent education workshops and promotional presentations. • Recruits parent volunteers for education activities; conducts home visits to provide individual assistance relative to home/school problem resolution. • Identifies and assists parents or students in securing social or support services through the school or community. • Participates in various advisory group meetings and committees. • Implores the participation of the local business community in identifying programs for parent involvement, school readiness, student educational intervention and success programs, student transitional processes and programs, child abuse intervention/prevention, substance abuse intervention/prevention and other school/community improvements activities. Miami Gardens Elementary---Miami Gardens, FL (2005- 2008) Media Clerk/Administrative Assistant • Helps patrons locate print and non-print materials and equipment when the library media specialist is instructing students or planning with teachers. • Supports library media center activities that reinforce student reading, listening, viewing, computing, and information skills; uses Destiny to create bibliographies and gathers reserve materials as requested. • Maintains library media center facilities and resources, including the timely return of materials to the shelves and the orderly arrangement of materials; responds to inquiries from patrons regarding media center records. • Keeps inventory, maintenance, and survey records pertaining to all library media materials and equipment; processes all materials and equipment for circulation. • Assists with the annual inventory of all materials and equipment and the preparation of annual reports; maintains an adequate inventory of library media supplies. • Types correspondence; maintains files; collects, deposits, and posts monies. United States Army----Fort Lauderdale, FL (2006-2012) Radio/Communications Security Repairer; Security Clearance: Secret • Performs field and sustainment level maintenance on radio receivers, transmitters, communication security (COMSEC) equipment, controlled cryptographic (CCI) items and other associated equipment. Highest rank achieved: Sergeant.
Availability
Any day after 5PM, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
Up to 25 minutes away for a flat fee, Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
I enjoy reading, animals, arts and crafts and of course teaching! I pride myself and have been complimented before on my work ethics and dedication in and out of the classroom. Coupled with skills and experiences gained from my time of service in the United States Army, I believe I can provide a diverse and unique learning experience for students. During my time with NOVA Southeastern University and Miami Dade College, I focused on mastering my skills in the best practices for students, specifically for students with disabilities. I am a current employee for Miami-Dade county public schools.
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