Alicia Lampley
West Orange,NJ
Summary
Results-driven, credentialed professional with several years of teaching and administrative experience. Outstanding ability to work well with diverse populations of students, parents, faculty, and administrators at a variety of academic levels. Highly motivated communicator and effective self-starter, as well as team player, with solid planning, organizing, coaching, and leadership skills in deadline-driven environments. Supported a charter school to obtain high achievement results in literacy for state achievements and led a charter school through a successful renewal process. Nominated for the Governor’s Educator Teacher of the Year in 2024-2025.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fourth Grade English Language Arts Teacher
West Orange Board of Education
West Orange, NJ
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Designed and implemented engaging lessons aligned with standards in reading and writing.
- Fostered nurturing classroom environment that promoted student independence and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through daily assignments and varied assessments to inform instruction.
- Integrated technology tools such as interactive boards and Google Slides to enhance student engagement.
Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction/Early Childhood Educator
Newark Educators Community Charter School
Newark, NJ
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Supervised curriculum and instruction in classrooms, ensuring adherence to educational standards.
- Coordinated professional development workshops and facilitated grade-level meetings, promoting collaborative instructional strategies.
- Organized literacy curriculum resources for effective implementation across grade levels.
- Collected and analyzed assessment data to inform instructional improvements.
- Delivered feedback and support to students and teachers during online classes via Zoom, fostering engagement and learning.
- Reviewed and edited policies to ensure compliance with state guidelines and regulations.
- Supported charter renewal process by preparing extensive documentation and facilitating classroom observations.
- Conducted resume reviews and interviews for vacancies, enhancing candidate selection process during onsite job fairs.
Supervisor/Literacy Coach/Facilitator
Children’s Literacy Initiative
Irvington, NJ
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Mentored CLI literacy coaches, enhancing their professional growth and effectiveness.
- Established and nurtured a collaborative team of literacy coaches through targeted professional development.
- Implemented Cli training materials and provided professional development for literacy coaches and teachers.
- Facilitated leadership meetings, supporting literacy action plans for schools.
- Collaborated with supervisors and associate regional manager to align strategies.
- Interviewed candidates to determine hiring and placement for literacy coach positions.
- Monitored data accuracy and action plan implementation.
- Assisted teachers in curriculum planning to create engaging and impactful lessons.
Literacy Coach
Roseville Community Charter School
Newark, NJ
12.2015 - 08.2018
- Coordinated schoolwide literacy curriculum initiative to enhance instructional practices.
- Delivered professional development on guided reading framework and model lessons; facilitated workshops to strengthen teacher skills.
- Supported teachers in aligning literacy curriculum with Common Core State Standards and PARCC testing materials to improve student outcomes.
- Modeled lessons utilizing the Units of Study curriculum and Wit and Wisdom curriculum.
- Conducted informal classroom observations to assess instructional effectiveness and student performance and provided feedback.
- Analyzed school test data to inform classroom instruction and create follow-up instructional plans.
- Collaborated with consultants to support teachers with the implementation of literacy instruction.
- Organized Literacy Night event for students and their families to promote reading engagement.
Literacy Coach
Maria L. Varisco-Rogers Charter School
Newark, NJ
01.2013 - 10.2015
- Developed and implemented a plan to integrate PARCC into school curriculum, supporting teachers and contributing to high student achievement on assessments in a recognized high-performing charter school.
- Supported teachers with the implementation of Reader’s Workshop and Writer’s Workshop.
- Conducted observations and collaborated with teachers to design lesson plans aligned with school curriculum goals.
- Analyzed school testing data to inform classroom instruction and modeled lessons.
- Facilitated staff development workshops and grade-level meetings, enhancing literacy and content area instruction across curriculum.
- Revised the curriculum using the Common Core State Standards, novel studies, and resources.
Lead Teacher
The Newark Public Schools
Newark, NJ
09.2012 - 01.2013
- Led grade-level meetings and facilitated staff development workshops to foster collaborative teaching practices.
- Assisted teachers in implementing literacy curriculum and supplemental testing materials to improve student outcomes.
- Modeled lessons and analyzed school testing data to inform classroom instruction.
- Coordinated distribution of curriculum materials and books to enhance accessibility for educators.
READ 180 Resource Teacher
The Newark Public Schools
Newark, NJ
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Instructed students in whole and small groups using Read 180 model, improving literacy skills for grades six and seven.
- Provided targeted literacy instruction based on student performance data.
- Conducted staff development workshops, equipping educators with effective instructional strategies.
- Supported school activities and events, strengthening community ties and engagement.
Principal/Co-Director
Newark Educators Community Charter School
Newark, NJ
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Evaluated and supported teachers, social workers, and school nurse in professional development.
- Supervised special education planning and programs for compliance and effectiveness.
- Coordinated student discipline team to cultivate a positive school environment.
- Facilitated faculty meetings to develop collaborative strategies for ongoing improvement in teaching and learning.
- Conducted formal and informal classroom observations to enhance teaching practices and student learning outcomes.
- Oversaw administration of testing programs to assess student performance and needs.
- Maintained professional relationships with families to strengthen community engagement and support for student success.
- Presented monthly reports at board meetings to communicate institutional progress.
Vice Principal
The Newark Public Schools
Newark, NJ
01.2008 - 06.2010
- Established school tone and culture through implementation of responsive classroom components.
- Conducted informal and formal classroom observations, providing targeted feedback that enhanced educator effectiveness.
- Supported teachers in classroom management, discipline safety, and curriculum execution.
- Facilitated community meetings, addressing student discipline issues and implementing intervention strategies that improved student behavior.
- Coordinated school-wide initiatives, including positive behavior plans and advisory programs, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained effective communication with staff, students, and parents to foster collaboration.
- Planned professional development sessions in partnership with school leadership team.
- Completed state reports for upcoming teacher tenure evaluations.
Teacher
The Newark Public Schools
Newark, NJ
09.2000 - 01.2008
- Designed and implemented engaging lessons for grades one, three, five, six, and seven to enhance student learning.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and student participation.
Education
D.Min. - Theology; Courageous Leadership
Drew University
Madison, New JerseyM.A. - Education (concentration in Administration & Supervision)
Saint Peter’s University
Jersey City, New JerseyM.A. - Communication Arts
Montclair State University
Montclair, New JerseyB.S. - Management Science
Kean University
Union, New JerseySkills
- Microsoft 365 applications
- Presentation software
- Spreadsheet management
- Video conferencing tools
Certification
- New Jersey Standard Elementary Teaching Certificate (K-8)
- Principal Certificate
- Supervisor Certificate
Timeline
Fourth Grade English Language Arts Teacher
West Orange Board of Education
09.2023 - 06.2025
Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction/Early Childhood Educator
Newark Educators Community Charter School
09.2021 - 06.2023
Supervisor/Literacy Coach/Facilitator
Children’s Literacy Initiative
08.2018 - 04.2020
Literacy Coach
Roseville Community Charter School
12.2015 - 08.2018
Literacy Coach
Maria L. Varisco-Rogers Charter School
01.2013 - 10.2015
Lead Teacher
The Newark Public Schools
09.2012 - 01.2013
READ 180 Resource Teacher
The Newark Public Schools
09.2011 - 06.2012
Principal/Co-Director
Newark Educators Community Charter School
08.2010 - 06.2011
Vice Principal
The Newark Public Schools
01.2008 - 06.2010
Teacher
The Newark Public Schools
09.2000 - 01.2008
D.Min. - Theology; Courageous Leadership
Drew University
M.A. - Education (concentration in Administration & Supervision)
Saint Peter’s University
M.A. - Communication Arts
Montclair State University
B.S. - Management Science
Kean University