Paula Jackson
4702 Ryan Ct Reading,Pa
Summary
Results-driven MTSS Coordinator with expertise in assessment skills and targeted intervention design, ensuring equitable access to resources for diverse learners.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
MTSS Coordinator
East Coventry Elementary, Owen J Roberts School District
Pottstown, PA
09.2022 - Current
- Lead and facilitate the school-wide MTSS framework, aligning academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions to support the diverse needs of all students.
- Facilitate monthly Child Study Team (CST) and CORE building team meetings to review comprehensive student data, ensuring early identification and targeted support so that no student falls through the cracks.
- Coach and collaborate with classroom teachers, interventionists, and specialists to design, implement, and monitor evidence-based tier-intervention plans.
- Establish a rigorous screening and data-review schedule with the CORE team to systematically monitor student progress and guarantee equitable access to resources for all learners.
- Serve as the primary liaison between families and the school support team, communicating intervention plans and progress to foster a strong home-school partnership.
- Chair weekly data-team meetings to analyze screening and progress-monitoring data identifying at-risk students and shifting them through Tiers 1, 2, and 3.
- Partner closely with the School Psychologist to cross-reference MTSS intervention data with psychological screeners, accurately identifying at-risk students who may require formal evaluations.
- Streamline the Special Education evaluation process by gathering, organizing, and synthesizing multi-tiered progress monitoring data, work samples, and behavioral logs for the evaluation team.
- Serve as a key member in initial IEP meetings, presenting comprehensive MTSS data histories to help determine eligibility and ensure a smooth transition from intervention to specialized instruction.
Instructional Support Teacher
East Coventry Elementary School, Owen J Roberts School District
Pottstown, PA
09.2016 - 05.2022
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with educators to enhance instructional strategies and improve student engagement.
- Provided professional development workshops to staff on effective teaching methods and classroom management.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and inform instructional adjustments.
Academic Coach
East Coventry Elementary School, Owen J Roberts School District
Pottstown, PA
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Lead the design, alignment, and implementation of rigorous Tier 1 curriculum across core subject areas, ensuring strict adherence to state standards and equitable access for all learners.
- Design, facilitate, and evaluate school-wide professional development (PD) sessions focused on high-yield instructional strategies, differentiated instruction, and data-driven decision-making.
- Provide targeted, non-evaluative instructional coaching to classroom teachers through a structured coaching cycle, including co-planning, modeling lessons, co-teaching, and conducting non-evaluative observations with constructive feedback.
- Curate, develop, and distribute evidence-based instructional resources, lesson plans, and pacing guides to support teachers in delivering high-quality Tier 1 instruction.
- Mentor and onboard new instructional staff, delivering targeted professional development on school-wide curriculum expectations, classroom management, and pedagogical best practices.
- Partner with the administrative leadership team to assess school-wide instructional needs, using achievement data to draft annual professional development plans
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
East Coventry Elementary School, Owen J Roberts School District
Pittstown, NJ
09.2007 - 05.2014
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects, promoting critical thinking skills.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and inform instructional strategies
- Provided targeted support for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring inclusivity in the classroom.
Education
Principal Certifcation K-12 - Educational Administration
Cabrini College
Radnor Pa06-2009
Master of Arts - Special Education
West Chester University
West Chester, PA12-2003
Timeline
MTSS Coordinator
East Coventry Elementary, Owen J Roberts School District
09.2022 - Current
Instructional Support Teacher
East Coventry Elementary School, Owen J Roberts School District
09.2016 - 05.2022
Academic Coach
East Coventry Elementary School, Owen J Roberts School District
09.2014 - 05.2016
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
East Coventry Elementary School, Owen J Roberts School District
09.2007 - 05.2014
Principal Certifcation K-12 - Educational Administration
Cabrini College
Master of Arts - Special Education
West Chester University