Hi! I’m Jessie Hollinger, and I’m so excited to be teaching 4th grade this year!
I’ve been a teacher for 13 years and truly believe it’s the best job in the world. I’ve taught 2nd, 4th, and 5th grades, and also worked as a gifted resource teacher. I graduated from Appalachian State and am currently earning my master’s in gifted education at Western Carolina.
I believe every student brings something special to our classroom. As educator Howard Gardner once said, “It’s not how smart you are, it’s how you are smart.” I can’t wait to discover the unique gifts and talents each student brings to our learning community!

I am an experienced elementary teacher with many years dedicated to nurturing young learners. I hold a Bachelor of Education and a Master’s degree, which have strengthened my practice in teaching. I have a passion for Math and Science. During my teaching, I have authored several science books designed to support effective curriculum implementation in schools. Most recently, I taught as an expatriate teacher at Cambridge Academy Ethiopia, where I enjoyed fostering a love of learning in a diverse classroom. I believe in creating engaging, hands-on lessons that inspire curiosity and build strong foundational skills. Teaching is not just a profession for me—it’s a passion that allows me to empower students to reach their full potential and develop a lifelong love of learning.