Jacqueline Pierce
Apple Valley
Summary
Experienced and dedicated educator with a background in psychology and strong classroom management skills. Passionate about supporting students from diverse backgrounds and varying learning needs. Brings personal experience and understanding of autism, allowing for compassionate, informed, and individualized student support. Committed to fostering inclusive, structured, and engaging learning environments where all students can thrive.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Lucerne Valley Unified School District
Lucerne Valley, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive and productive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate technology into curriculum, improving student engagement and retention.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing tailored feedback for improvement.
- Adapted instructional methods based on diverse student needs, ensuring inclusive learning opportunities for all learners.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Campus Security Assistant
Apple Valley Unified School District
Apple Valley, CA
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Monitored campus premises to ensure safety and security for students and staff.
- Assisted in developing and implementing emergency response protocols for various situations.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and mitigate potential security threats on school grounds.
- Improved overall situational awareness with extensive knowledge of the entire campus layout.
- Obtained CPR, First Aid and CPI certifications in preparation for on-campus emergencies.
- Served as a member of the schools Foundations team, representing classified staff and serving as a student liaison.
- Trained and knowledgeable for de-escalation of intense situations involving students, staff and parents.
Proctor Crossing Guard
Apple Valley Unified School District
Apple Valley, CA
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Supervised testing environments to ensure adherence to academic integrity policies.
- Coordinated with school staff to facilitate safe arrival and departure of students.
- Directed pedestrians and vehicles at crosswalks, maintaining order and safety.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere around the school campus by greeting students and parents with enthusiasm each day.
- Supervised students during unstructured time including lunch and recess.
Assistant Manager
Petco
Redondo Beach, CA
03.2007 - 09.2012
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring optimal store performance and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Implemented inventory management practices, reducing stock discrepancies and improving accuracy.
- Developed promotional strategies, enhancing product visibility and driving sales growth.
- Conducted regular staff evaluations, providing constructive feedback to improve team performance.
- Established standard operating procedures, enhancing operational efficiency across all departments.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2022
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA06-2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Child development
- Student assessment
- Small group instruction
- Student needs assessment
- Standardized testing
- Arizona and California teaching credential
- SMART board aptitude
Certification
- California Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential valid until 2030
- CPR and first aid Certified
Timeline
Teacher
Lucerne Valley Unified School District
07.2024 - Current
Campus Security Assistant
Apple Valley Unified School District
08.2022 - 07.2024
Proctor Crossing Guard
Apple Valley Unified School District
02.2022 - 07.2022
Assistant Manager
Petco
03.2007 - 09.2012
Master of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Victor Valley College