Anita Jackson Hill
Educator
Chicago,IL
Summary
Strategic leader with over two decades of experience in program development, talent optimization, and stakeholder relationship building. Skilled in driving complex initiatives, coaching professionals, and fostering equitable outcomes through innovative practices. Developing expertise in AI integration and mental health policy development, with a track record of securing grant funding and enhancing student outcomes. Committed to fostering community partnerships, monitoring student progress, and implementing modern educational techniques for long-term student success in diverse learning environments.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Virtual Instructional Coach
We Care - Chicago Teachers Union/American Federation Of Teachers
09.2022 - Current
- Coached and mentored new educators citywide on advanced instructional practices, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed approaches through virtual platforms, increasing teacher performance ratings.
- Facilitated professional development sessions and provided targeted, actionable, data-driven feedback on curriculum, instruction, and classroom management, measurably enhancing educator effectiveness and student outcomes.
- Guided educators in data-driven reflective practice, utilizing student work and classroom artifacts to assess instructional impact and foster measurable improvement.
- Developed and utilized a virtual coaching platform to connect new teachers with essential resources and a robust support network, enhancing their professional growth ratings and student performance outcomes.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
Instructional Leader & Educator
Jackie Robinson School, Chicago Public Schools
09.2012 - Current
- Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Coordinator: Orchestrated school-wide implementation of data-driven intervention strategies, resulting in targeted student support and enhanced outcomes for diverse learners. Oversaw thorough data collection, analysis, and interpretation to restructure school-wide interventions.
- Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) Member: Partnered with administrators to evaluate performance data, formulate strategic improvement plans, and deliver professional development and coaching to staff. Championed distributive leadership, empowering teachers to spearhead instructional improvements.
- Grant Program Facilitator: Authored, secured, and managed over $100,000 in arts and academic grant funding, establishing, implementing, and overseeing programs while fostering community partnerships.
- Tutor Corps Site Lead: Optimized daily tutor operations, enhanced performance observations, delivered targeted data-driven feedback, and ensured program alignment with district guidelines, resulting in heightened tutoring efficacy and student success.
- Elected & Appointed Representative Roles (CTU School Delegate, LSC Teacher Representative): Advocated for staff interests, facilitated consensus-building among diverse stakeholders, managed school-wide votes, and contributed to critical governance decisions, including budget allocation and strategic planning (CIWP).
- Arts Liaison: Served as the primary communication conduit between the school, external arts organizations, and community partners, significantly expanding student access to arts education from 0 to 100 percent.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
Lead Teacher & Literacy Coordinator
Chicago Public Schools - J Ward, Murray, Avalon Park
09.2005 - 06.2012
- Demonstrated effective teaching strategies, conducted observations, and provided targeted coaching to support professional growth for teaching staff.
- Designed and facilitated weekly professional development sessions based on identified needs and best practices, leading to measurable improvements in instructional delivery.
- Coordinated, monitored, and analyzed school-wide assessments and data to inform instructional planning and curriculum alignment, driving academic progress across the school.
- Mentored and coached teachers on literacy instruction, curriculum development, and differentiated strategies, significantly enhancing literacy outcomes.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
Teacher
National Teachers Academy & Benjamin W. Raymond Elementary
10.1991 - 06.2005
- Developed and delivered comprehensive lesson plans for whole group, small group, and individualized instruction across various elementary grades, accommodating diverse learning styles.
- Managed diverse classrooms, fostering positive, inclusive, and highly engaged learning environments.
- Collaborated on school technology plans and served as a grade level chair, contributing to curriculum mapping and instructional advancements.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
Educational Doctorate (ABD) - Curriculum and Instruction
Illinois State University
01.2007
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
National Louis University
01.1994
Bachelor of Education - Elementary School Education
Roosevelt University
01.1991
Skills
- Change management strategies
- Talent optimization
- Impact measurement
- Digital learning platforms expertise
- Engaged in regular skill advancement
- Results-driven professional
- Excellent collaboration abilities
Accomplishments
- Creative Schools Fund Grants – Secured over $100,000 for arts and education programs
- Served as arts liaison to school community to design , implement and monitor cohesive arts program for school community.
- Sara Spurlark Award – University of Chicago Neighborhood Schools Program
- CFE Educator Impact Fund Grant – 2022–2023
- Teach Plus Senior Change Agent – Led initiatives on equity and instructional change
- Multiple Donors Choose and Rochelle Lee Classroom Library grants
- Selected as a district-wide collaborator on the CPS Arts Education Plan 2.0 (2025), Partnered with cross-functional teams, including the CPS Department of Arts Education, community arts organizations, and fellow educators, to co-develop strategic priorities that expand access and equity in arts programming.
- Served on Illinois State Board of Education Policy Review for State Assessments education leaders from across Illinois to provide guidance for establishing unified academic achievement standards for Illinois state assessments.
Certification
- Type 03, K–9 | Endorsements: Language Arts & Social Science
- Extensive professional development in coaching, data systems, and instructional frameworks
Timeline
Virtual Instructional Coach
We Care - Chicago Teachers Union/American Federation Of Teachers
09.2022 - Current
Instructional Leader & Educator
Jackie Robinson School, Chicago Public Schools
09.2012 - Current
Lead Teacher & Literacy Coordinator
Chicago Public Schools - J Ward, Murray, Avalon Park
09.2005 - 06.2012
Teacher
National Teachers Academy & Benjamin W. Raymond Elementary
10.1991 - 06.2005
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
National Louis University
Bachelor of Education - Elementary School Education
Roosevelt University
Educational Doctorate (ABD) - Curriculum and Instruction
Illinois State University
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