Seasoned and effective Educational Professional with over 30 years of experience in 4th-grade instruction, instructional coaching, curriculum development, and professional training. Proven track record in enhancing teacher performance and student achievement across various subjects and seeking to apply extensive expertise in educational leadership and data-driven instruction as a Master Coaching Leader at Clear Creek Elementary, a Charlotte Mecklenburg School.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Leader- Facilitator
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, North Carolina United States
08.2006 - Current
Review and analyze multi-grade level data to coach and leverage high-yield strategies used by classroom teachers in grades 3rd through 5th
Create teacher-friendly data reports to maximize time for data analysis and action planning
Collaborate with administrative team to plan and execute yearly growth goals.
Lead classroom teachers in setting aggressive learning targets for each student based on previous data and outcomes.
Lead teachers in setting district and school-aligned goals for their Professional Development Plan.
Curriculum and assessment development aligned to district-adopted materials
Coordination, collaboration, and planning of school's extended learning program with focus on high leverage and motivating curriculum to increase student outcomes.
Conduct classroom visits and provide feedback on agreed-upon next steps for classroom teachers.
Train content leaders to plan from assessment and prioritize lesson delivery and student tasks based on assessments
Model expectations of district and school initiatives during PLC and classrooms to increase equity across grade levels
4th Grade Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, United States
08.1993 - 08.2006
PLC leader for 4th grade Math
Grade Level Team Leader for 4th
School Advisor for Minority Achievement Program
School of Distinction 1995-2002 based on state EOG results
Trained and supported grade level creating Personalized Education Plans for students needing academic or behavior support
Collaborated and co-taught with academically gifted and exceptional children's teacher to meet diverse needs of learners.
Host classroom for teachers to observe classroom management, classroom meetings, and writing instruction.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Montreat College
Montreat, NC
08.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Teacher Licensure
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
07.1993
Skills
Expertise in instructional coaching and building strong relationships
Strong data analysis
Skilled in various digital learning platforms
Strength in facilitating professional development and training
Strong leadership, communication, and collaborative skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent at building teacher capacity to lead content
Experience with diverse populations
Project planning and coordination
Curriculum development
Accomplishments
3rd grade reading proficiency growth from BOG to EOG increased from 14.9 % to 46.3 with a growth ratio of 31.4 in 2021-2022
100% of the teachers I coached exceeded growth 2021-2022.
54% of the teachers I coached was recognized by the district and state for High Growth in the top 25% in 2021-2022
28% of the teachers I coached was recognized by the district and state for High Growth in the top 25% in 2022-2023.
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