Jacqueline L. Jefferson
972-***-**** *******@*****.***
Qualifications/Skills
. Typing 45 words per minute
. Proficient With MS Word, MS Power-Point MS Outlook, and MS Excel
Education
? B.A. (English), Grambling State University, Grambling,
Louisiana.
? M.A. (Counseling), Prairie View A & M University, Prairie View,
Texas
Career Progression
Middle School/High School Counselor, 2013-Present
Garland ISD - Garland, TX
. Consult with teachers, staff and parents regarding the developmental
needs of students.
. Guide individuals and groups of students through the development of
educational and career plans.
. Participate in, coordinate, and conduct activities that contribute to
the effective operation of the counseling program and school.
. Participate in and facilitate the intervention team process
. Pursue continuous professional growth.
8th Language Arts Teacher, 2005 - 2013
Duncanville ISD - Duncanville, TX
Dallas Public Schools - Dallas, TX
. Master teacher designated by Dallas Independent School District.
. Worked collaboratively with instructional staff to implement
TAKS/STAAR and literary reading strategies.
. Participated in CLIMB-an after school tutoring program.
. Prepared classroom materials for daily instruction.
. Used varied media and creativity to motivate students and to teach
Language Arts.
. Created and meticulously follow lesson plans while showing
flexibility/professionalism.
. Developed problem-solving techniques that promote self-correction and
classroom management.
. Responsible for keeping a record of grades and setting up parent-
teacher appointment sessions.
. School Yearbook Coordinator (2006-2008)/(2012-Current)
. Spelling Bee Coordinator (2005-Current).
. Scored 95% on TAKS 8th Grade Reading test (2009 - 2010).
. Achieved a RECOGNIZED school rating by the Texas Education Agency
(2009 - 2010).
. Scored 88% on TAKS 8th Grade Reading test (2010-2011).
. Participated in the Do the Write Thing Essay Contest Recognition
Ceremony. (2010-2011).
. 8th Grade Pod Leader (2010-2011).
. Attendance Committee Member (2011-2012).
. ELAR Department Chair (2012-Current).
. Scored 95% on TAKS 8th Grade Reading test (2012 - 2013).
Sales and Customer Service Representative, 2006-2011
Payless ShoeSource - Desoto, TX
. Assisted customers with the selection and purchase of shoes and other
items.
. Provided a high level of sales and customer service to all customers
on a consistent and on-going basis.
. Updated knowledge of regular, sale and promotional prices and
merchandise.
. Communicated product knowledge when helping customers.
. Operated cash register on a daily basis.
References Available Upon Request