Dr. Jessica M. Ford
Richmond
Summary
Resourceful and innovative instructional leader with over 10 years of experience in curriculum, instruction, and leadership for wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Experienced at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals. Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams. High-achieving instructional leader adept at supporting and enhancing teacher success with effective training and mentoring. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
School Administrator (Assistant Principal)
Richmond Public Schools
06.2023 - Current
- Streamlined school operations by implementing efficient administrative processes and procedures.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Managed daily school activities, overseeing scheduling, staffing, and facility maintenance tasks to ensure smooth operations.
- Promoted academic excellence by collaborating with teachers on curriculum development and instructional strategies.
- Led professional development initiatives for faculty members, providing opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments for seamless interdisciplinary education experiences for students.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to improve overall school performance metrics consistently over time.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Fostered positive relationships among teachers, students, parents, and other stakeholders through effective communication strategies.
Professional Learning Coordinator
Charlottesville City Schools
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Support the implementation of the CCS Strategic Plan
- Assist the Chief Academic Officer in administering and evaluating professional learning opportunities supported by the division
- Work collaboratively with senior staff, content and program coordinators, building administrators, and instructional leaders to identify professional learning needs, design and deliver evidence-based professional learning opportunities to meet those needs
- Organize and facilitate district-wide professional learning opportunities including, New Teacher Orientation, Division PL Days, Convocation, and Administrative Conferences
- Prepare and maintain a variety of printed and electronic materials (e.g. PL plans, frameworks, evaluations, training materials, minutes, memos, pre/post evaluations, activity logs, correspondence, etc.) to provide written documentation, convey information, and/or comply with VDOE guidelines and regulations.
- Conduct needs assessments to inform PL course development and assess the impact
- Participate in local, state, and national professional learning and curriculum organizations to remain current on evidence-based instructional and professional learning best practices
- Assure beginning teachers receive coaching and mentoring to develop effective teacher leaders within the schools
- Develop and implement staff training programs and materials to provide a variety of teaching strategies to enhance teachers’ knowledge, skills, and dispositions for student success
- Research a variety of topics to keep abreast of current trends, technology, and tools related to educational improvement
- Represent the school division with external constituents
- Manage logistics of division-wide and school site professional development
- Prepare reports and documents related to areas of responsibility as deemed necessary
K-8 Mathematics Instructional Coach
Hollis Innovation Academy-Atlanta Public Schools
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Promotes district instructional priorities by providing support and demonstration of the following skills: training, modeling coaching and instructional guidance necessary for the operation of the instructional program.
- Ensures fidelity of implementation of the site based Comprehensive School Reform model via monitoring and observation.
- Conducts informal classroom observations and provides feedback to teachers and assists with the development of new teachers.
- Facilitates professional learning communities and assists teachers with collaborative lesson planning.
- Monitors students’ progress and arranges for academic interventions based on formative and summative assessments.
- Conducts analysis of formative and summative student data and recommends modifications to instruction.
- Uses observation and achievement data to identify professional development needs and designs and delivers site based professional learning.
- Assists with reviewing classroom lesson plans and provides lesson plan feedback to teachers.
- Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
- Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated.
6th-8th Mathematics Educator- K-8 STEM School
Hollis Innovation Academy-Atlanta Public Schools
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Deliver and use assessment results to diagnose areas of deficit and make instructional decisions that address students’ weaknesses.
- Develop and deliver targeted instruction appropriate to the needs and abilities of assigned students through a variety of teaching models and small group instruction using math materials appropriate for the age and skill level of students.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and implement research-based strategies that attend to students with mathematics learning gaps.
- Develop a system of intervention that includes differentiation strategies and incorporates the use of concrete models.
- Coordinate planning and communicate students’ performance with teachers, math coach, principal and curriculum coordinator.
- Analyzed student data and advised appropriate staff of trends, outcomes, needs and effective practices ·
- Monitor and maintain accurate records for reporting student progress to leadership team and parents. ·
- Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior and create a safe- orderly and effective environment for learning.
K-5 Mathematics Intervention Specialist
Barack & Michelle Obama Academy
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Deliver and use assessment results to diagnose areas of deficit and make instructional decisions that address students’ weaknesses.
- Develop and deliver targeted instruction appropriate to the needs and abilities of assigned students through a variety of teaching models and small group instruction using math materials appropriate for the age and skill level of students.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and implement research-based strategies that attend to students with mathematics learning gaps.
- Develop a system of intervention that includes differentiation strategies and incorporates the use of concrete models.
- Coordinate planning and communicate students’ performance with teachers, math coach, principal and curriculum coordinator.
- Analyzed student data and advised appropriate staff of trends, outcomes, needs and effective practices ·
- Monitor and maintain accurate records for reporting student progress to leadership team and parents. ·
- Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior and create a safe- orderly and effective environment for learning.
- Assisted teachers and grade level teams with implementing activities and assignment based off of the Georgia Standards of Excellence
- Analyzed student assessment data to determine effective teaching strategies for each concept
Secondary Math Educator
Roberts Middle School-Clayton
06.2013 - 06.2016
- Maintain classroom environment conducive for effective learning
- Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom
- Analyzed student mastery data at regular intervals and used data to develop interventions and responsive strategies that resulted in growth in student achievement from 50% to 80%.
- Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths, and weaknesses
- Attend department meeting and professional development meetings to enhance classroom effectiveness
- Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
Education
Ed.D - Educational Administration And Supervision
Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia03.2024
Tier 1 Leadership Certification - P-12 Educational Leadership
University Of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12.2021
Ed.S - Leadership in Math Education
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA07.2021
Master of Arts - Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2016
Bachelor of Arts -
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA05.2012
Skills
- Management and supervision of teachers
- Leading and developing PLC's for effective instruction
- Project Organization
- In-depth knowledge of managing classroom for diverse populations
- Extensive knowledge of Common Core State Standards
- Tailoring curriculum plans
- Inquiry-based learning
- Student-centered learning
- Effective problem based learning strategies
- Highly qualified Teaching credential
- Strong collaborator
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Data analysis
- Interpersonal skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Instructional Methods
Accomplishments
- Selected to attend National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Conference-St. Louis
- Provided strategies and professional learning opportunities for teachers mathematics pedagogical practices
- Assisted in developing Title 1 plan
- Spearheaded successful math engagement night for parents
- Hosted conceptual understanding workshop for new teachers
- Make Math Moments Virtual Summit
- Georgia Mathematics Equity Summit
Affiliations
- Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education
- Pi Lambda Theta International Honor Society for Educators
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics active member (NCTM)
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated
Timeline
School Administrator (Assistant Principal)
Richmond Public Schools
06.2023 - Current
Professional Learning Coordinator
Charlottesville City Schools
06.2022 - 06.2023
K-8 Mathematics Instructional Coach
Hollis Innovation Academy-Atlanta Public Schools
06.2020 - 06.2022
6th-8th Mathematics Educator- K-8 STEM School
Hollis Innovation Academy-Atlanta Public Schools
06.2017 - 06.2020
K-5 Mathematics Intervention Specialist
Barack & Michelle Obama Academy
06.2016 - 06.2017
Secondary Math Educator
Roberts Middle School-Clayton
06.2013 - 06.2016
Ed.D - Educational Administration And Supervision
Virginia State University
Tier 1 Leadership Certification - P-12 Educational Leadership
University Of West Georgia
Ed.S - Leadership in Math Education
Regent University
Master of Arts - Education
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Norfolk State University
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