Jessica L.

Naismith
26104 Tawas St Madison Heights, MI 48071 Phone: 248-425-9767 jesskleindlnaismith@[Link]

Objective
To seek challenging teaching assignments and responsibilities in an urban high school with an opportunity
for growth and professional development. I would like to utilize my skills in student-centered learning and
advance my skills in technology and project- based learning.
Education

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN FLINT- Flint, MI Expected Graduation May 2015
Masters of Arts Secondary Education/ Initial Teacher Certification Program
Content Area: Undecided l GPA: 4.0
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY- Mt. Pleasant, MI
Undergraduate Certificate December 2012
Major: Social Media Certification l Concentration: Journalism l GPA: 3.94
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY Mt. Pleasant, MI
Bachelor of Science, May 2012
Major: Community Development l Concentration: Non-Profit Admin. l GPA: 3.72 Program GPA: 3.9
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY- Rochester, MI
Coursework in Accounting and Finance and Elementary Education 2006-2008
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY- Rochester, MI
Dual-enrolled in courses for biology, literature, and accounting 2005
AVONDALE HIGH SCHOOL- Auburn Hills, MI
Diploma with academic honors May 2005
Professional Experience
FUTURES HEALTHCORE Detroit, MI
Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional, February 2013 Present
Monitor resource hours for students with disabilities, totaling between 80-95. Work diligently to provide
educational resources including personal issue resolution. Use skills in classroom management and lesson
planning to assist general education teachers with assignments for a wide range of ability levels. Build
effective relationships with other ancillary staff, general education staff and special education membership
teachers. Constantly monitor students grades, attendance, home issues, etc. Behavior management and
modification and progress monitoring. Facilitate credit recovery for students enrolled in extended day
classes.

THOMAS-MARY HAITI MISSION Southfield, MI
Executive Assistant/ Marketing Coordinator, May 2012 to June 2013
Created start-up plan for new Non-profit orphanage in Titanyen, Haiti, managed in Southfield, Michigan.
Responsible for creation and design of marketing and communications functions; oversaw day-to-day
office operations. Developed organizations Social Media presence, marketing materials, and strategic plan
for web site and community publications.

MERCYWORKS Detroit, MI
Community Relations Coordinator/ Social Media Manager, March 2012- May 2013
Recruited and managed interns for social media team. Coordinated community service projects. Engaged
with city and county leaders to develop strategic plan for community urban farm and poverty alleviation
program. Chaired committee for social media and marketing teams. Collaborated with several other team
members for various projects. Demonstrated ability to lead others and resolve conflict. Trained in design
software and database management systems.


WOODSIDE BIBLE CHURCH- Troy, Michigan
Administrative Assistant, June 2010 May 2012
Collaborated with other team members on special projects and events. Handled and distributed all incoming
and outgoing mail. Developed curriculum for 16-week teaching series for 7 campuses totaling 7,500 church
members. Designed materials for worldwide distribution, assisted in execution of 3 campus-wide
conferences for over 60 global missionaries. Coordinated service events and community outreach
opportunities. Maintained professional standards for volunteers numbering close to 500. Was solely
responsible for the planning and execution of a city-wide Christmas party for Hazel Park which included
fundraising, marketing, volunteer coordination, project management and design software use.

Skills
Communications- Internal & External
Lesson Planning
Event Planning
Web & Print Content Development
Development of Training Materials
Adobe Creative Suites Software
Social Media Strategic Planning
Social Media Auditing
Behavior tracking/ Progress Monitoring Education Database software: Zangle/
Mi-Star/ Tie Net/ PowerSchool

Recent Awards & Honors
Community Development Leadership Award- (New Breed CDC- Project Teen Center, 2012)
Golden Key International Honor Society- (Inducted October 2012, Top 15% Graduating Class)
Selected Accomplishments
Developed and implemented curriculum for a 6-month community outreach movement.
Recruited, trained, coordinated and managed volunteers numbering 300+ at local non-profit
events.
Assist with facilitation of ACT prep for 11
th
grade students
Volunteer regularly in an elementary Cognitive Impairment program helping with activities,
reading, and chaperoning fieldtrips.
Maintained database of volunteers and committee members.
Developed and Strategized Social Media Plan and executed social media campaign for a Detroit
Non-profit.
Co-sponsored month long Breast Cancer Awareness campaign for 400 high school students.
Assisted in envisioning, planning, organizing and executing volunteer outreach events at multiple
locations simultaneously.
Organized and advised fundraising efforts for multiple non-profit community organizations as
well as an extensive involvement volunteering in the community;
Demonstrated ability to monitor caseload of 85 students in tracking behavior, academic progress,
weekly progress reports, and establish communication between the parent/guardian and the
school.
Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and social media
platforms both using a PC and Mac.
Proficient in graphic design software such as Photoshop and Adobe Creative Suites
Strong working knowledge of non-profits and community based organizations.
Ability to manage relationships with donors and community members.
Collaborate with administration and other faculty for 31-day peace challenge in partnership with
the Central Collegiate Academy community.
Strong passion for community development and community service within and around Detroit.
Extensive experience volunteering in Detroit and maintaining partnerships within the non-profit
community.

References
Teressa Williams- Supervisor of Special Education for Central Collegiate Academy & Burns
Elementary/Middle School
Supervisor at Central Collegiate Academy
2425 Tuxedo
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 252-3000 x. 6971
twilliams@[Link]


Megan Stockman- SAILS Program Classroom Teacher for K-5 Moderate Cognitive Impairment
Direct Supervisor as a Personal Curriculum Facilitator
519 E. University Dr. Apt 1401
Rochester, MI 48307
(734) 730-8829
[Link]@[Link]


Jacqueline Knight- Special Education Caseload Manager for 11
th
grade Students at Central Collegiate
Academy
Colleague
2425 Tuxedo
Detroit, MI 48206
(313) 252-3000
jknight@[Link]