Jessica Long

Experience

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  Colorado State University

  Jun 2013 - Jul 2014

  Youth Program Coordinator

  - Develop and manage structured ongoing youth programs within apartment complex; predominantly international families utilizing a wellness model- Awarded peer nominated "Count on Me Award" for taking on a leadership role and fostering collaboration among team members

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  Poudre School District

  Aug 2013 - May 2014

  - Coordinate with administrators, counselors, and teachers to identify and support academic needs of at-risk girls- Prepare and facilitate lesson plans and activities to support academics, social skills and emotional well-being - Assisted students individually and in small groups with classroom curriculum- Promoted a positive school climate by encouraging students, reinforcing positive behavior, and leading by example

  • ASPIRE Mentor

    Sept 2013 - May 2014

  • Special Education Paraprofessional

    Aug 2013 - May 2014
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  Thompson School District

  Sept 2014 - Mar 2020

  - Manage federal grant supporting highly mobile students- Maintain program budgets for schools receiving federal funds (Title I, II, IV & ESSA Turnaround Schools) - Provide education to students and parents on suicide prevention (YMHFA, Signs of Suicide), mindfulness and healthy boundaries- Facilitate and coordinate ThompsonCARES team of 20+ staff- Active participant of Larimer County Alliance for Grandfamilies - Assist special education students individually and collaboratively with accommodations and supports meeting a variety of academic and behavior intervention goals.- Modify and adapt academic material to accommodate students with a variety of learning, emotional and physical disabilities

  • Federal Programs Specialist

    May 2019 - Mar 2020

  • AWARE At-Risk Advocate

    Jan 2016 - May 2019

  • Learning Center Aide

    Sept 2014 - Dec 2015
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  Homeward Alliance

  Mar 2020 - now

  • Assistant Programs Director

    Jul 2024 - now

  • Family Services Manager

    Mar 2020 - Jul 2024