Barbara Robbins
Leesburg,VA
Summary
Dedicated educator, mentor, and leader specializing in executive function, literacy, and personalized learning. Passionate about fostering student success through research-based strategies, teacher development, and mentorship. Skilled in collaboration, curriculum development, and leadership to enhance educational outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Hovatter Elementary
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed a PD on Executive Function and Math Fact Fluency, highlighting how reducing Cognitive Load helps students grasp new math concepts
- Initiated and co-developed the Hovatter Summer Incentive to promote math fluency and community engagement
- Led the All-in Tutors Program coordination, managing schedules, supervising tutors, and monitoring student progress through data analysis
- Member of the hiring and development team: Conducted interviews with domestic and international candidates to identify effective educators
- Ensured equity in the interview process by standardizing questions across all candidates
- Contributed to developing the Hovatter Teacher Handbook
- Created a sample Teacher Self-Evaluation to provide teachers with a helpful assessment reference point
- Created sample lesson plans for teachers to help guide authentic learning
- Collaborated closely with the principal to develop the school's master schedule
- Assisted in creating grade-level schedules, ensuring they adhered to the instructional minute guidelines provided by LCPS
Intern
LCPS Office of Mentoring and Coaching
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Leveraged my role as Lead Mentor to deepen my skills in supporting new teachers
- Collaborated with the Mentor and Coaching Department to rewrite the Monthly Mentor Check-Ins for elementary and secondary levels, ensuring they promote meaningful support and professional growth
- Engaged with middle and high school educators to ensure alignment of resources across all grade levels
- Created a sample Teacher Self-Evaluation tool to assist teachers in reflecting on their practices and identifying growth opportunities
- Created a substitute lesson plan template to assist new teachers
Lead Mentor
Hovatter Elementary
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborate with Administrators to Pair Mentors and Mentees
- Support new teachers by ensuring they acclimate to the new school environment
- Facilitate monthly meetings with a focus on Community building
- Observe and model lessons and provide feedback to facilitate growth
- Engage in conversations to foster growth in lesson planning, classroom management and positive communication
Teacher
Hovatter and Belmont Station Elementary
08.2011 - Current
- Creates a personalized and blended classroom environment that accommodates all students by implementing targeted interventions, personalizing learning, and utilizing authentic data to drive goal-setting and support student success
- Design lessons with creativity, differentiation, rigor, and student engagement strategies
- Utilizes Executive Function strategies, positive reinforcement, and a consistent routine to create a well-managed classroom environment
- Facilitates classroom discussions and manages routines and student behavior effectively
- Develops strong relationships with faculty, parents, and students, exceeding expectations in communication and support
- Exhibits exemplary leadership when acting as Team Lead for Kindergarten and First Grade teams
- Actively seeks professional growth opportunities and shares knowledge with colleagues
- Works collaboratively and harmoniously with diverse groups to foster a positive educational environment
- Dedicated to driving positive change in education through leadership opportunities
Executive Function Coach
Private Coaching
05.2022 - Current
- Private coach for students 4th Grade through College
- Coaching focuses on assessing needs, developing strategies, supporting learning, fostering independence, and collaborating with educators and families
Education
POST MASTERS CERTIFICATE - Administration and Supervision
GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
08.2024
POST GRADUATE CREDITS - Learning Differences and Neurodiversity with an Emphasis on Executive Function
LANDMARK COLLEGE
05.2021
MASTERS OF SCIENCE - Education with an emphasis in Literacy
CUNY QUEENS COLLEGE
05.1997
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - Education with an emphasis in History
MOLLOY UNIVERSITY
05.1992
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creative and resourceful
- Relationship building
- Curriculum development
Training
- Cognitive Coaching, 2022
- Ed Elements: Personalized Learning, 2019
- Orton Gillingham Trained, 2018
Timeline
Intern
Hovatter Elementary
06.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
LCPS Office of Mentoring and Coaching
06.2024 - 07.2024
Executive Function Coach
Private Coaching
05.2022 - Current
Lead Mentor
Hovatter Elementary
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Hovatter and Belmont Station Elementary
08.2011 - Current
POST GRADUATE CREDITS - Learning Differences and Neurodiversity with an Emphasis on Executive Function
LANDMARK COLLEGE
MASTERS OF SCIENCE - Education with an emphasis in Literacy
CUNY QUEENS COLLEGE
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - Education with an emphasis in History
MOLLOY UNIVERSITY
POST MASTERS CERTIFICATE - Administration and Supervision
GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
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