April Love
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Wake County Public Schools, specializing in program development and creative teaching methods. Proven track record in mentoring and coaching, leading to recognition as Teacher of the Year. Skilled in facilitation and instructional design, enhancing student engagement and success through innovative curriculum development.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SUMMER S.T.E.M. COACH
Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, NC
06.2023 - Current
- Led more than 15 group coaching sessions and offered tailored coaching assistance for teachers formulating S.T.E.M. PBL curricula.
MIDDLE SCHOOL S.T.E.M. EDUCATOR
Connections Academy Middle School
Raleigh, NC
08.2018 - Current
- Creating cross-curricular firsthand S.T.E.M. focused experiences for students
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- 2024 Vibrant Teacher-Creative Mornings, Teacher of the Year 2012 and 2023, Honor a Teacher Winner from the Cary Chamber of Commerce 2014.
- STAC representative for four years.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MENTOR & INTERVENTION COORDINATOR
Wake County Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Lead parts of department meetings, provide data for achievement/improvement.
- Create professional development materials, support mentors and beginning teachers.
EDUCATION CONSULTANT
CJH Educational Grant Services
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Company Overview: At-Risk Sexual Avoidance Behavior Training
- Create curriculum and facilitate online sessions supervise facilitators, communicate with stakeholders, and create federal reports.
- At-Risk Sexual Avoidance Behavior Training
Magnet Coordinator
Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh , NC
07.2009 - 02.2018
- Collaborated with graphic design artist to create gears and promotional materials for two educational institutions.
- Designed and executed comprehensive recruitment plan for magnet students at Brentwood Elementary.
- Conducted informative tours to guide parents through magnet school application processes.
- Reviewed applicant transcripts and recommendations for Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy-Early College.
INTERVENTION AND MAGNET COORDINATOR
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
06.2012 - 02.2018
- Create marketing material, guest speak as a recruiter, present at magnet fairs.
- Chair the Intervention Team, collect and analyze data to ensure student success.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed and generated reports.
COMMUNITY ACCELERATED LEARNING PROGRAM LIAISON
Central Office: Family Involvement & Outreach Services Department
Raleigh , NC
04.2001 - 06.2006
- Hire and supervise a staff of twenty-five WCPSS teachers who worked as after-school instructors at community and faith-based sites.
- Facilitated training sessions for participants, enhancing their understanding of key concepts, and maximizing engagement.
- Maintained contact with partners involved in the program to ensure ongoing collaboration.
K-5 ELEMENTARY TEACHER
Brentwood Magnet
Raleigh, NC
08.1989 - 06.1993
- Creating a nurturing classroom, promoting emotional and academic growth for all students and staff while chairing grade level, volunteer, & student support committees.
Education
Supervisory Licensure - School Administration
North Carolina State University
06.2004
Master of Education - Adult Education with a concentration on Training and Development
University of South Carolina
05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Carolina University
05.1993
Skills
- Facilitation and instructional design
- Program development and training
- Creative teaching methods
- Mentoring and coaching
- Presenter and keynote speaker
Websites
Certification
- Elementary Education License with a Curriculum Specialist addition
- Global Leaders Teacher Fellowship (May 2024)
- Appointed to the Raleigh Parks & Recreation Board (2023-Present)
References
- Janet Perkins, Principal, Connections Academy Middle School, JLPerkins@wcpss.net, 919 694-8910
- Paul Domenico, Director, Talent & Leadership Development, PDomenico@wcpss.net, 919.533.7294
- William McNeal, former Superintendent of Wake County Public Schools, bmcneal2@gmail.com, 919 740-2287
Volunteer Experience
- Raleigh Parks & Recreation Greenway & Advisory Board
- NC Museum of Art
- Interfaith Food Shuttle
- Boys & Girls Clubs in Raleigh
Workshops Trainings
- Created/co-presented at two WCPSS Beginning Teachers Conference for Teacher Support
- Co-created/facilitated courses at North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching
- Created/facilitated more than forty workshops for teachers, parents, parks and recreation staff, non-profit organizations staff, board members and library patrons.
- Created/facilitated workshops for lateral entry teachers, parent liaisons, bus drivers, beginning teachers and Wake County Parents.
Summer Experiences
Created curriculum and facilitated sessions for the following programs: North Carolina School of Math & Science, Science In the Summer, Butler Academy, Summer S.T.E.M., NCSU Science House, Kryan Anderson Academy & Imhotep Academy
Affiliations
- (2022-Present) Volunteer at the NC Museum of Art
- (2023-Present) Serve on the Raleigh Parks Greenways and Advisory Board
- (2024) Vibrant Teacher selected by Creative Mornings at Artspace
- (2020-Present) Volunteer at the Boys & Girls Clubs at Washington Elementary
- (2020-Present) Volunteer with Activate Good
- (2012 & 2023) Teacher of the Year
Timeline
SUMMER S.T.E.M. COACH
Wake County Public Schools
06.2023 - Current
EDUCATION CONSULTANT
CJH Educational Grant Services
01.2020 - 06.2023
MIDDLE SCHOOL S.T.E.M. EDUCATOR
Connections Academy Middle School
08.2018 - Current
MIDDLE SCHOOL MENTOR & INTERVENTION COORDINATOR
Wake County Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
INTERVENTION AND MAGNET COORDINATOR
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy
06.2012 - 02.2018
Magnet Coordinator
Wake County Public Schools
07.2009 - 02.2018
COMMUNITY ACCELERATED LEARNING PROGRAM LIAISON
Central Office: Family Involvement & Outreach Services Department
04.2001 - 06.2006
K-5 ELEMENTARY TEACHER
Brentwood Magnet
08.1989 - 06.1993
Supervisory Licensure - School Administration
North Carolina State University
Master of Education - Adult Education with a concentration on Training and Development
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Carolina University
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