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Jackson was born and raised in Northern Virginia and is a product of public schools. She graduated with a degree in sociology with a minor in fine arts from St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia. She stayed in Philadelphia working as a social worker, where she was awarded for outstanding service.
Jackson switched careers to become an educator and has taught math, reading, and history. She has co-taught as a special educator in a general education setting and as a teacher in a special education setting. During her time as an educator, she served as an assistant coach, teacher mentor, student mentor, team leader, and advocate.
During her 14-year career as a special education teacher, Jackson has taught in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and locally in Fairfax and Prince William counties. She earned her master's degree in special education with a certificate in special education leadership from George Mason University. While teaching in PWCS, Jackson was a member of Prince William Teachers Association. In June 2019, she resigned from her position as a special education teacher with PWCS to run for the School Board.
Jackson moved to the Brentsville District in 2014 with her husband and twin boys, who are proud PWCS students.