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Barbara Peacock

Big Rapids

Summary

Strategic, relationship-driven education and nonprofit leader with over 26 years of experience advancing institutional priorities through data-informed strategy, persuasive communication, stakeholder engagement, and governance leadership. Proven ability to align mission, metrics, and people to produce measurable outcomes.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

High School Literacy Coach

Big Rapids Public Schools
Big Rapids
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed literacy intervention programs for diverse student needs.
  • Analyzed student assessments to identify areas for improvement in reading skills.
  • Monitored classroom activities to ensure alignment with instructional goals and standards.
  • Created educational materials according to lesson plans and school programs.

English Teacher

Big Rapids Public Schools
Big Rapids
08.2020 - 08.2022
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning styles.
  • Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and understanding.
  • Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum and teaching strategies.
  • Utilized educational technology to support remote and in-person learning.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and needs.
  • Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.

English Teacher

White Cloud Public Schools
White Cloud
08.2009 - 08.2020
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning styles.
  • Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student participation.
  • Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and understanding.
  • Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum and teaching strategies.
  • Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.

Alternative Education Coordinator

Morley Stanwood Community Schools
Morley
06.2004 - 08.2009

Founded and launched an alternative high school program; coordinated community partnerships.

  • Developed educational programs aligned with district goals and state standards.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and community stakeholders.
  • Managed educational resources and ensured accessibility for all students.
  • Collaborated with administrative staff to align educational initiatives with school policies.
  • Planned and developed educational programs, courses, workshops and other learning activities.

Education

Teaching Certificate - Education

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI
05-2000

Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology & Audiology

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo
05-1992

Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Coursework

University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MN

Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Coursework

Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI

Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Coursework

Marygrove College
Detroit, MI

Skills

  • Literacy intervention
  • Student assessment
  • Curriculum development
  • Educational technology
  • Instructional strategies
  • Classroom management
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Strategic fundraising leadership
  • Major and principal gift mindset
  • Campaign Readiness
  • Budget Oversight
  • Metrics & Performance Management
  • Case-making and storytelling
  • Educational program development
  • Classroom management

Timeline

High School Literacy Coach

Big Rapids Public Schools
08.2022 - Current

English Teacher

Big Rapids Public Schools
08.2020 - 08.2022

English Teacher

White Cloud Public Schools
08.2009 - 08.2020

Alternative Education Coordinator

Morley Stanwood Community Schools
06.2004 - 08.2009

Teaching Certificate - Education

Ferris State University

Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology & Audiology

Western Michigan University

Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Coursework

University of St. Thomas

Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Coursework

Spring Arbor University

Some College (No Degree) - Graduate Coursework

Marygrove College
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