Audrea J. Samuels
Asheboro,NC
Summary
Educational leader with a proven track record in mathematics education, consistently surpassing national literacy and numeracy benchmarks at Lowe River Primary & Junior High. Expertise in data analysis and intervention planning enhances collaborative efforts and teacher coaching, resulting in marked improvements in student performance.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Mathematics Teacher
Guilford County Schools
NC
07.2024 - Current
- Deliver standards-based mathematics instruction aligned to district goals.
- Serve as Mathematics Teacher Leader supporting grade-level planning and interventions.
- Analyze student performance data to guide instructional decisions and targeted support.
5th Grade Mathematics Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools
DC
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided high-quality math instruction for diverse learners.
- Implemented small-group interventions based on formative assessment data.
Principal
Lowe River Primary & Junior High
Jamaica
01.2013 - 02.2024
- Provided strategic leadership and supervised academic staff to ensure instructional excellence.
- Designed the school’s annual improvement plan in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Used student performance data to implement targeted academic interventions.
- Integrated instructional coaching schoolwide to strengthen pedagogy.
- Exceeded national literacy and numeracy targets (2018).
- Developed curriculum maps for math and reading interventions.
- Established strong school–community partnerships and led staff development initiatives.
4th/5th Grade Math & Science Teacher
Candor Elementary School
NC
08.2018 - 01.2023
- Delivered math and science instruction using data-driven strategies.
- Served as 5th Grade Chair and Mathematics Teacher Mentor.
- Member of the School Improvement Planning Team and coached Math Olympiad participants.
Regional Mathematics Coordinator
Ministry of Education – Region 3
Jamaica
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Designed and managed the Regional Mathematics Strategic Plan.
- Conducted over 70 school visits to support principals and teachers with instructional planning.
- Supervised mathematics specialists and facilitated regional training workshops.
- Guided regions in data-driven target setting and intervention development.
Mathematics Specialist
Ministry of Education
Jamaica
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Oversaw delivery of the Revised Primary Mathematics Curriculum in six schools.
- Facilitated weekly PD for 48 teachers and guided math interventions.
- Conducted lesson observations and provided coaching to improve instructional quality.
Classroom Teacher
Clarksonville All-Age School
Jamaica
01.1997 - 01.2008
- Taught grades 4 - 6 across multiple subject areas.
- Achieved a 100% GSAT pass rate.
- Provided technological training for teachers and supported extracurricular programs.
Education
Doctor of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2022
MSc. - Curriculum and Instruction
Florida International University
Miami, FL01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education - Mathematics Emphasis
Northern Caribbean University
Manchester, Jamaica08-2004
Teaching Diploma - Primary Education - Mathematics Emphasis
Bethlehem Teachers’ College
St. Elizabeth, Jamaica08-1997
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Mathematics education
- Curriculum design
- Data analysis and intervention planning
- Teacher coaching and evaluation
- School improvement planning
- Technology integration
- PD facilitation
- Strategic leadership
- Communication
- Collaboration
Training And Professional Development Leadership
- Trainer of Teachers - e-Learning Jamaica (Digital Tools Integration)
- Microsoft Peer Coach - Ministry of Education
- Mathematics Teacher Training - Ministry of Education
- Presenter, North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2023 - 2025)
Community Service
- Chair, Aabuthnott Gallimore Alumni Association Inc.
- Member, Aboukir Youth Club
- Dr. Sam Math Growth Award Committee
Certificates And Awards
- Award for Education and Community Service, Government of Jamaica, 10/23
- NCCTM Outstanding Elementary Math Teacher of the Year, Montgomery County, 11/22
- 5th Grade Math Cohort - Exceeded Expectations, 05/23
- Top 25% performance - 5th Grade Math Students, 05/22
- Kappa Delta Pi Honors Society
- Academic Excellence Awards, FIU, NCU, and BTC
References
Available upon request
Timeline
5th Grade Mathematics Teacher
Guilford County Schools
07.2024 - Current
5th Grade Mathematics Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools
03.2024 - 06.2024
4th/5th Grade Math & Science Teacher
Candor Elementary School
08.2018 - 01.2023
Principal
Lowe River Primary & Junior High
01.2013 - 02.2024
Regional Mathematics Coordinator
Ministry of Education – Region 3
01.2011 - 01.2012
Mathematics Specialist
Ministry of Education
01.2008 - 01.2011
Classroom Teacher
Clarksonville All-Age School
01.1997 - 01.2008
Doctor of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Walden University
MSc. - Curriculum and Instruction
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education - Mathematics Emphasis
Northern Caribbean University
Teaching Diploma - Primary Education - Mathematics Emphasis
Bethlehem Teachers’ College