Ayanna Roland
Chicago,United States
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with over 10 years of experience in education. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Kipp Bloom Primary
06.2024 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
Assistant Principal Resident
Kipp Bloom Primary
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Third Grade Teacher, GLC
Kipp Bloom Primary
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, improving overall classroom performance in standardized tests.
- Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Integrated social-emotional learning strategies into daily lessons, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence among students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
First and Second Grade Teacher, GLC
CICS Washington Park
03.2017 - 07.2021
- Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with fellow educators on school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement.
- Coordinated special events such as field trips and guest speakers, enriching students'' educational experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting.
- Established strong parent-teacher relationships through regular communication, increasing family involvement in the education process.
Second Grade Teacher, GLC
BETA Academy
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN03-2015
Bachelor of Arts - English
Philander Smith University
Little Rock, AR05-2012
Skills
- Student achievement
- Student and parent relations
- Discipline management
- Training and mentoring
- Collaborative learning
- Classroom Management
- Organizational Management
- Time management abilities
- Teacher development
- Educational technology
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building and networking
Certification
- Professional Educator License
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Kipp Bloom Primary
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Principal Resident
Kipp Bloom Primary
06.2023 - 06.2024
Third Grade Teacher, GLC
Kipp Bloom Primary
08.2021 - 06.2023
First and Second Grade Teacher, GLC
CICS Washington Park
03.2017 - 07.2021
Second Grade Teacher, GLC
BETA Academy
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Professional Educator License
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Philander Smith University
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