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Jessica Q.
Ross
320 E. Providence Rd. Yeadon, PA 19050
(215) 868-9383* jessqross@gmail.com
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
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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
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Jessica Q.

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

World Communications Charter School

Gress Graphic Arts Institute

Jessica Q. Ross, page 2 of 3

Attending committee meetings to plan and create new curriculum

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

Jessica Q. Ross, page 3 of 3

Upkeep of employee files and records

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