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Jessica Hardacre

@jessicahardacre

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Experienced educator skilled in academic advising and student success.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to empower students and foster their academic and professional growth in a collaborative environment.

I am an experienced and student-centered educator with a strong background in English, Communications, and postsecondary preparation. My passion lies in providing individualized academic advising and career pathway exploration to diverse student populations. I have a proven track record of guiding students through college applications, scholarship searches, career assessments, and goal setting, ensuring they are well-prepared for their academic and professional journeys.

Throughout my career, I have designed and implemented rigorous curricula that cater to diverse learning needs, resulting in measurable improvements in student performance. I am adept at creating and facilitating workshops on college readiness, resume writing, interview preparation, and time management. My commitment to leveraging technology and data-driven strategies has allowed me to track student progress effectively and support their achievement while fostering collaborative relationships with families, faculty, and community partners.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Secondary AVID & Advanced Studies English Instructor

Pinellas County Schools

Jan 2020 - Dec 2025 (5 years 11 months)

Designed and implemented rigorous English and Communications curricula, including those with diverse learning needs, resulting in measurable improvements in student performance. Developed and delivered technology-integrated, multimedia lessons that fostered critical thinking and active learning, promoting leadership development and enhancing school culture.

Curriculum Development Critical Thinking Leadership Development AICE General Paper AVID Training Professional Development

Secondary English Teacher

Garden City Schools

Sep 2015 - Dec 2019 (4 years 3 months)

Created a student-centered college writing curriculum that emphasized academic discourse, critical analysis, and research-based writing, aligned with postsecondary standards and learning outcomes. Fostered an academically rigorous yet supportive classroom environment, promoting student confidence and independence in written communication.

Curriculum Development Hybrid Instruction Public Speaking Publication Opportunities

Conference Facilitator

Association Management Resources

May 2012 - Aug 2015 (3 years 3 months)

Planned and coordinated conferences for educational associations with up to 3,000 attendees, overseeing marketing, budgeting, logistics, and recruitment. Managed continuing education certification processes in compliance with state requirements.

Conference Planning Event Coordination Marketing Campaigns Budget Management Logistics Management Recruitment Continuing Education Database Management User Training

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Florida Gulf Coast University

Master of Education, Education Leadership

Pursued a Master's degree in Education Leadership. Focused on developing skills to lead and manage educational institutions effectively.

Eastern Michigan University

Bachelor of Arts, Language, Literature and Writing

Activities and societies: Secondary Education, Communications and Theater Arts Secondary Education

Completed a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Language, Literature, and Writing, focusing on secondary education. Also pursued a minor in Communications and Theater Arts, preparing for a career in teaching.