Jill Bright, M.Ed.

Experience

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  Our Lady's School

  Aug 2004 - Jun 2018

  Middle School English and History Teacher

  Regrouped students across Grades 7 & 8 to assess, plan, and instruct ELA, social studies/history, and art content.• Designed a comprehensive reading, vocabulary, and writing program that successfully increased student achievement on standardized state exams (ITBS/STAR) and private high school entrance exams.• Strengthened students’ analytical reading skills through annotations and note-taking, Cornell, and outlines. • Created a matrix of reading comprehension skills to track individual student growth in a leveled reading program. • Supported second language learners by modifying an existing vocabulary program, which resulted in greater language acquisition for all students.• Enhanced students’ connections in reading and writing by creating an original series of graphic organizers aligned to CCSS.• Utilized Google Classroom for written assignments to include rubrics.• Lead school choir for school Mass.• Pioneered fine and mechanical art projects that had connections to history lessons. • Co-wrote and edited the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation report in the winter of 2009 and 2016.• Visiting Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation team member representing the Diocese of San Diego to another Catholic school in spring 2005. Show less

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  United States University

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2018

  Course Developer and Adjunct Instructor

  Adjunct faculty for the School of Arts and Sciences and the School of Education: on-ground and online courses. • Collaborated in curriculum design of course syllabi.• Aligned course texts with course descriptions and outcomes/expectations. • Assisted faculty in learning how to navigate and utilize features of Blackboard + Learn, Pearson OpenClass, and D2L Brightspace LMS platforms. • Created and delivered lectures on college-defined course content. • Designed curricula to include lectures, assignments, discussion, and video and internet site links. • Course builder and SME in Brightspace.com Desire to Learn (D2L) online platform. Show less

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  BrightWrites

  Aug 2009 - Jul 2012

  Freelance Editor

  Reviewed and edited Ph.D. dissertations to align to IRB format standards of APA and standard English grammar. Worked with SMEs from Chancellor University to edit and format course content for online university courses. Edited non-fiction books for authors before they sent them to established publishing companies. Created website biographies of employees based on their personal/professional experience.• Reviewed project parameters and needs with customers.• Wrote cost proposals for projects.• Interfaced regularly with clients to update project progress. • Invoiced completed work.• Collaborated with SMEs. Show less

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  Stella Maris Academy

  Aug 2018 - Jun 2023

  Middle School English Teacher

  Regrouped students across Grades 6, 7, & 8 to Assess, plan, and instruct ELA content. • Utilized SchoolSpeak student management and grading system.• Created Google Classroom assignments to include one-point rubrics.• Supported students in writing across the curriculum in MLA and APA formats. • Created guided self-assessment rubrics. • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and aides to support students with IEPs. • Developed curriculum aligned to Common Core State Standards. • Designed innovative reading/writing programs, boosting students' state scores.• Utilized Renaissance Learning for STAR testing.• Created Curriculum Maps complete with resource links in ATLAS. • Co-pioneered a peer-to-peer early literacy friends (ELF) writing program with 1st-grade.• Improved students' writing through peer editing and guided reflection. • Increased students' engagement through interactive workshops utilizing technology.• Connected curriculum content with hands-on activities to boost student enthusiasm.• Lead student discussions to develop debate topics.• Co-edited the school's Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) report during the spring of 2023.• Substituted for the music teacher when needed so students wouldn't have music canceled. Show less

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  Eagle Mountain School

  Aug 2023 - Jun 2024

  Elementary School Teacher

  Located in a remote area, this school is a certified California frontier school. I taught in a self-contained, multiple-grade classroom, which allowed students to regroup for instruction, independent practice, tutoring help, and classroom management. I facilitated ELOP two days per week for tutoring and cooking.• Utilized ARIES student management and grading system.• Planned and instructed general education subjects.• Tracked students' progress using i-Ready.• Developed independent study plans.• Created assignments in Google Classroom to include one-point rubrics.• Spearheaded the school garden and composting for an environmental sustainability project.• Attended workshops, shared learning with staff, and implemented learning in the classroom. • Collaborated with district SPED teacher, psychologist, and school-site administrator in planning IEPs. • Developed task/goal lists to aid learners with executive functioning challenges.• Obtained Riverside County Food Handler Certificate for managing a cooking class, practicing food safety guidelines, and helping in the cafeteria.• Provided guitar music for live school productions. Show less