Ms. Jackie Smith is our First Grade Instructional Aide and joined St. Helen Catholic School in 2022. Born in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Ms. Smith grew up in a military family and frequently moved around. She attended George Mason University and obtained her bachelor’s degree in English Literature. She has enjoyed working with youth in different capacities, most recently as an Instructional Aide at St. Gregory Catholic School in Plantation, Florida, and as a youth minister at St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church in Glade, Florida. Ms. Smith is currently working towards obtaining her certification in teaching for the state of Florida.