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    Jessica Q. Ross is seeking a position as an educator in an urban setting that provides opportunities for personal and professional growth. She has over 10 years of experience as a teacher and administrator in Philadelphia schools. She holds a Master's degree in Teaching, Learning and Curriculum from Drexel University and a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies and Professional Studies from West Chester University.

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    Jessica Q. Ross is seeking a position as an educator in an urban setting that provides opportunities for personal and professional growth. She has over 10 years of experience as a teacher and administrator in Philadelphia schools. She holds a Master's degree in Teaching, Learning and Curriculum from Drexel University and a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies and Professional Studies from West Chester University.

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    Jessica Q.

    Ross
    320 E. Providence Rd. Yeadon, PA 19050
    (215) 868-9383* [email protected]

    OBJECTIVE
    To utilize my skills, experience and commitment as a educator in an urban setting; to obtain a position that is
    challenging, rewarding, and that provides opportunities for both personal and professional growth.
    EDUCATION
    Drexel University
    MS in Teaching, Learning and Curriculum
    PreK-4 Certification
    Philadelphia, PA
    December 2015

    West Chester University of Pennsylvania


    BS in Liberal Studies & Professional Studies
    Communications & Early Childhood Education
    West Chester, PA
    May 2007

    World Communications Charter School


    Diploma, College Preparatory Program
    Philadelphia, PA
    June 2001

    Gress Graphic Arts Institute


    Graphic Arts Certification
    Philadelphia, PA
    May 2001

    W ORK EXPERIENCE
    2009-Present Hardy Williams Academy Charter School (Mastery Charter)
    Philadelphia, PA
    Core Teacher/ Grade Team Lead/ Curriculum Representative/ Veteran Teacher Collaboration Coach
    Core Teacher
    Providing reading and math Intervention Instruction using SRA Reading Mastery and Number Worlds
    Providing differentiated and individualized instruction for students following the curriculum standards to
    ensure students meet proficiency
    Designing and implementing proactive behavior classroom management program
    Lesson planning
    Providing coaching to the Student Support Specialist
    Completing on-going assessments through Fontas & Pinnell Running Records
    Planning and providing preparations to students for P.S.S.A. Testing
    Creating small learning groups to provide one-on-one learning environments
    Creating a nurturing learning environment for all students and providing after school and Saturday tutoring
    Planning and assessing guided reading lessons
    Planning with the curriculum department to ensure students meet state standards
    On-going communication with families to provide feedback of childrens progress as well as community
    outreach
    Completing the Comprehensive Student Assistance Program (CSAP) paperwork to provide additional
    assistance to children performing at the below basic level
    Grade Team Lead
    Plan and Schedule weekly meetings with team members, provide support for classrooms, academic and
    behavioral issues
    Lead Student Assistant Program (SAP) meetings
    Create grade-wide opportunities and assemblies for teachers and students
    Support teachers with teaching strategies, understand curriculum and provide lesson planning models
    Plan and Schedule Grade trips
    Curriculum Representative
    Providing professional development
    Providing pacing/scope and sequence for all curriculum areas
    Creating surveys to provide feedback for changing curriculum for the following school year

    Jessica Q. Ross, page 2 of 3

    Attending committee meetings to plan and create new curriculum


    Veteran Teacher Collaboration Coach
    Supporting teachers with creating morale and community across Mastery Schools
    Developing and designing training and foundation for teachers to share educational resources, best
    practices and ideas for the classroom
    Planning with teachers, developing time savers and creating strategies for continuous improvement using
    direct instruction reading programs across Mastery Schools

    2008-Present Greentree Education-Tutoring Saturday Program (PSSA)


    Philadelphia, PA
    Teacher
    Developing an English-based & Literacy curriculum geared towards Pennsylvania state standards to ensure
    success on the PSSA and in the classroom.
    To maintain achievement and data throughout the program, with bi-weekly/ monthly assessments.
    2008-2010
    Delaware Valley Association for the Education of Young Children
    Philadelphia, PA
    Professional Growth Advisor/ Career Advisor
    Providing guidance and support to fellow early childhood colleagues.
    Establishing one-on-one relationships with each advisee.
    Using the PA Key Career Lattice to discuss educational backgrounds and advising on the next steps.
    Developing plans and goals for advisees to follow to accomplish steps throughout the educational system.
    Reviewing educational records and PDR to assess prior learning.
    Completing required paperwork and reports and submitting to project coordinator.
    Attending all required training events and meetings.
    2007-2009
    Green/Byrne Child Care Center
    Philadelphia, PA
    Lead Pre-K Teacher/ Team Leader
    Created developmentally appropriate lesson plans for each individual child
    Provided on-going assessment maintenance (including anecdotal note-taking) of children using the Portage
    Guide Assessment Tool & the Work Sampling System
    Created hands-on activities for each center within the classroom
    Maintained classroom portfolio
    Prepared monthly curriculum calendar and activity calendar for classroom
    Provided children with learning experiences and an environment that promotes their cognitive, social, and
    emotional development using the High Reach and Creative Curriculum.
    Prepared children for entrance into Kindergarten
    Maintained constant community outreach, connecting families with outside agencies and programs.
    2004-2007
    OASIS Summer/After School Program
    Philadelphia, PA
    Lead Teacher/Music Teacher
    Created a nurturing atmosphere by using age-appropriate teaching strategies to develop students knowledge
    of music.
    Worked with individual students or groups of pupils on special instructional/musical projects
    2004-2007
    Renaissance Advantage Charter School
    Business Department Support
    Maintenance Scheduling
    Call maintenance
    Data entry
    Managing money transactions
    Maintaining payroll files

    Philadelphia, PA

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    Upkeep of employee files and records


    Managing interpersonal issues
    Reconciling bank accounts
    General support to the business manager.

    2002-2004
    EUP Residence Life & Housing
    Edinboro, PA
    Resident Assistant
    Planned Programs
    Maintained positive atmosphere within the community of residence halls and actual floor assignment
    Monitored of the computer lab and visitors of the residents
    Decorated bulletin boards and door decorations for passive programming and/or educational needs.
    1999-2004
    World Communications Charter School
    Philadelphia, PA
    Teacher & Administrative Assistant
    Provided children with learning experiences that promoted their cognitive, social and emotional development,
    delivered individualized instruction in all areas of curriculum
    Created and implemented lesson plans
    Analyzed and formed curriculum for the next year
    Prepared students in grade 8 for PSSA standardized testing
    Specialized in individual attention and support
    AFFILIATIONS/LEADERSHIP
    Member, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated- Philadelphia Alumnae Chapter
    Fellow & Advocate, Black Alliance for Educational Options (BAEO)/ Baily-Sullivan Leadership Institute
    Member & Advocate, Arthritis Foundation-Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter
    Member, Good Schools Pennsylvania
    Member, Black Alliance for Educational Options
    Member & Mentor, Board of Governors
    Chair, GBCCC Strategic Planning Group
    Chair (former), 20th Century Planning Group
    Member, Tavis Smileys Youth 2 Leaders
    Member (former), Student Government
    Secretary (former) & Member, Phi Sigma Pi National Honors Fraternity
    Member, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
    TECHNICAL SKILLS
    Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, and Microsoft Excel, experience with Microsoft
    Publisher, Internet Applications, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, and Quick Books Pro, ADP Easy Labor
    Manager

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