Brandie J. Buford
Houston,TX
Summary
Results-driven administrator with 17 years honed expertise in instruction and administration. Versed in local, state and federal standards and regulations related to accountability, assessment. and instructional practices. Experienced administrative servant leader of faculty and staff in public and charter schools. Talented at retaining high quality personnel and building and sustaining partnerships with community stakeholders with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Committed to the academic achievement of all learners.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Apprentice
Houston Independent School Distict
2024.08 - Current
- Built strong relationships with team members and supervisors, fostering a positive work environment.
- Assisted with problem-solving of challenging projects to develop critical thinking skills.
- Implemented suggestions from mentors, leading to enhanced productivity and skill development.
- Fostered positive work culture by actively participating in team-building activities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project requirements were met with high standards.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques and applying them to daily tasks.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
- Promoted diversity within the school community through inclusive policies, programming, and recruitment efforts.
- Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
District Coordinator of School Improvement; Director of Accountability and Testing; 6th - 8th RLA Curriculum Scope and Sequence Writer (HMH Ed); New Teacher Cohort and Professional Development Facilitator
The Varnett Public Schools
2018.09 - 2024.08
- Enhanced district programs by implementing strategic initiatives and coordinating with stakeholders.
- Initiated policy changes that streamlined processes within the district while maintaining compliance with state regulations.
- Co-facilitated new extracurricular programs designed to increase student engagement both inside and outside the classroom.
- Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of high-quality teachers and staff members throughout the district.
- Streamlined communication among schools for better collaboration and resource sharing.
- Driven continuous improvement through consistent evaluation of program effectiveness using relevant data sources.
- Advised on technology integration strategies that optimized learning environments across all grade levels.
- Collaborated with principals on developing action plans to address identified areas of concern or academic underachievement.
- Developed strong relationships with local businesses leading to increased support and resources for district initiatives.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources and support for students in need.
- Evaluated school performance data to identify areas requiring improvement or intervention strategies.
- Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress towards established goals, offering feedback and support as needed.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making to improve overall district performance and student outcomes.
- Provided guidance to school administrators on best practices for effective school management and leadership.
- Spearheaded professional development opportunities for staff, promoting growth and instructional excellence.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
- Kept high average of performance evaluations.
- Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
- Built highly-efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 10 employees.
- Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
- Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
- Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
- Led efforts in updating curriculum materials and instructional tools, aligning them with state standards and educational best practices.
- Led change management initiatives, effectively navigating transitions and promoting a culture of adaptability.
- Mentored staff members, contributing to professional growth and increased productivity within the team.
- Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders by addressing concerns promptly and transparently.
- Spearheaded data-driven decision-making processes, utilizing analytics to inform strategy development and execution.
- Developed strategic plans for improved accountability, resulting in stronger company performance.
- Established key performance indicators to measure success and drive continuous improvement across the organization.
- Maintained compliance with industry best practices by staying abreast of new developments in management techniques.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments, enhancing collaboration efforts toward shared goals.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that benefited both parties involved.
- Facilitated ongoing training programs for employees, promoting a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Championed transparency throughout the organization, fostering trust among stakeholders through open communication channels.
- Enhanced overall organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
Adjunct Professor
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2019.08 - 2020.06
- Taught Literacy courses, providing instruction to up to 15 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Contributed to curriculum development efforts, ensuring content was up-to-date and relevant to industry trends.
- Optimized assessment processes by designing rubrics that clearly communicated expectations for various assignments.
- Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
- Cultivated strong relationships with colleagues, participating in interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students.
- Improved overall course quality through the implementation of regular evaluations, incorporating student feedback into future improvements.
- Adapted course materials to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in notably higher student satisfaction rates.
- Coordinated with other faculty members to align course objectives across curriculum, ensuring cohesive and comprehensive educational journey for students.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of pedagogical innovations, applying new teaching strategies that enhanced classroom dynamics.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
EDGE Mentor Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
2016.07 - 2018.07
- Developed innovative lesson plans, resulting in increased student engagement and retention of material.
- Established strong rapport with students through genuine interest in their well-being, academic growth, and personal achievements.
- Integrated project-based learning activities into instruction, encouraging critical thinking skills and real-world connections for students.
- Strengthened student performance through consistent feedback, assessment, and targeted support.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for successful outcomes.
- Evaluated instructional materials regularly to assess their effectiveness in meeting course objectives while adapting as needed for continuous improvement in student outcomes.
- Championed professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends to continuously enhance teaching skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and best practices for increased effectiveness across the school.
- Enhanced classroom management, leading to a more focused and productive learning environment.
- Increased literacy rates among students with well-structured reading workshops.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and hosting informative events related to curriculum content.
- Oversaw integration of art and music into curriculum, enriching educational experience.
- Led team of teachers in adopting new educational software, which diversified teaching methods and engaged students more effectively.
- Organized field trips to complement curriculum, broadening students' real-world understanding of subjects.
- Promoted digital literacy among students by incorporating computer-based learning tasks into daily activities.
- Enhanced student motivation with rewards system for academic and behavioral improvements.
- Facilitated collaborative teaching atmosphere, encouraging peer observation and feedback among staff.
- Implemented continuous assessment strategy to monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Boosted student performance on standardized tests through targeted review sessions and practice exams.
- Designed curriculum modifications for special needs students, ensuring accessibility and learning progress.
- Encouraged student participation in extracurricular activities to promote well-rounded development.
- Fostered supportive and inclusive classroom environment, enabling students of all backgrounds to thrive.
- Streamlined lesson planning with innovative technology tools, saving time and enhancing instructional delivery.
- Improved teacher-parent communication by organizing regular meetings and updates, strengthening community ties.
Assistant Professor
Texas Southern University
2015.08 - 2016.07
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
- Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
- Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
- Contributed to campus activities to promote positive university image.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Inspired critical thinking skills among students by fostering a learning environment that encouraged open-mindedness, curiosity, and intellectual exploration.
- Revised course objectives, course materials, instructional and assessment strategies for Literacy courses.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Enhanced cross-disciplinary collaboration through active participation in departmental meetings and workshops.
- Enhanced student research skills by supervising independent studies projects both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Facilitated a supportive learning environment with clear expectations, constructive criticism, and open communication between students and faculty members.
- Proctored exams and provided remediation for learning improvement goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans for course materials.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the classroom through culturally responsive teaching practices and diverse reading materials.
- Streamlined the grading process with efficient rubrics and timely feedback on assignments, improving overall workflow efficiency.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
- Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
Data Specialist
Fort Bend Independent School District
2014.08 - 2015.07
- Consistently met deadlines and delivered high-quality work, demonstrating a strong commitment to excellence in data management.
- Reviewed and updated client correspondence files and database information to maintain accurate records.
- Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
- Managed sensitive information responsibly, adhering to strict security protocols and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Analyzed large volumes of raw data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that informed strategic planning initiatives.
- Assisted in meeting regulatory requirements by ensuring proper documentation and adherence to data governance policies.
- Managed documents by organizing forms, making photocopies, filing records, preparing correspondence, and creating reports.
- Led training sessions and workshops to help colleagues stay abreast of the latest industry trends and best practices.
- Streamlined data management for improved decision-making, through effective organization and storage of complex datasets.
- Maintained open lines of communication with team members, fostering a collaborative environment that facilitated mutual learning and professional growth.
- Conducted thorough data analysis, identifying key trends that informed strategic decisions.
- Enhanced decision-making with utility of advanced predictive analytics models.
- Reduced data processing times by optimizing existing algorithms and introducing parallel processing techniques.
- Improved data visualization for executive presentations, making complex data more accessible.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing by creating detailed documentation on data handling procedures.
- Improved data collection methods by designing surveys, polls and other instruments.
ELAR Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Specialist
Houston Independent School District
2012.08 - 2014.07
- Enhanced assessment quality by developing and implementing rigorous evaluation criteria.
- Worked closely with curriculum developers to ensure seamless integration of assessments into instructional materials and lesson plans.
- Collaborated with educators to align assessments with curriculum objectives and learning outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advancements in educational technology, integrating cutting-edge tools into the assessment process when appropriate.
- Championed the importance of high-quality assessments as a means to improve student learning outcomes, advocating for their inclusion in all aspects of educational programming.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the department by regularly soliciting feedback from colleagues and clients alike on ways to enhance our services as Assessment Specialists.
- Increased accuracy of assessments through meticulous data analysis and validation techniques.
- Provided ongoing support to teachers for utilizing assessment results in their instructional planning efforts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to continuously improve expertise as an Assessment Specialist.
- Assisted schools in interpreting assessment results, empowering them to make informed decisions about resource allocation and targeted interventions for struggling students.
- Evaluated effectiveness of existing assessments, making data-driven recommendations for revisions or replacements as necessary.
- Established clear communication channels between all parties involved in the assessment process, promoting transparency and collaboration.
- Trained fellow assessment specialists to ensure consistent application of established evaluation standards across the department.
- Fostered positive relationships with external partners such as testing vendors and consultants to ensure seamless collaboration on assessment projects.
- Analyzed testing data and identified problematic areas.
- Stayed up to date on current assessment trends and laws.
- Coordinated with administrators about matching assessments with curriculum.
Middle School Literacy Instructor
Aldine Independent School District
2006.08 - 2012.07
- Served as an advocate for the importance of strong literacy skills both within the school setting and among community stakeholders.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices, connecting literature to students'' personal experiences and backgrounds.
- Supported struggling readers with targeted intervention strategies, boosting their overall literacy development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced literacy skills across subject areas.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies, enhancing the effectiveness of literacy instruction.
- Fostered critical thinking skills by guiding students through close readings and text analysis exercises.
- Provided ongoing feedback to students, motivating them to strive for continuous improvement in their reading abilities.
- Organized engaging events such as book clubs or author visits that fostered a community-wide appreciation for reading.
- Led professional development workshops on effective literacy instruction techniques for fellow educators at the school or district level.
- Continually refined personal teaching practices through ongoing professional development and reflection, ensuring the highest quality of literacy instruction for all students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor teaching methods for optimal student growth in literacy skills.
- Encouraged a growth mindset among students, instilling confidence in their ability to improve their literacy skills over time.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instruction as needed for success.
- Improved students'' reading comprehension through targeted instruction and assessments.
- Coordinated with special education staff to develop accommodations and modifications tailored to each student''s needs within the context of literacy instruction.
- Facilitated small group instruction for differentiated skill development in both reading comprehension and fluency.
- Developed individualized learning plans for diverse learners, resulting in increased academic achievement.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Concordia University of Texas
Austin, TX12.2020
Doctor of Education - Literacy Studies
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12.2012
Masters of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX12.2005
Skills
- Strategic Servant Leadership
- Instructional Leadership & Mentorship
- Stakeholder Relationship
- Data-Driven Professional Development
- Student Performance, Attendance, and Discipline Data Analysis
- Continuous Improvement Planning
- Instructional Technology
- Operational & Fiscal Management
- Employee Performance Evaluations (T-TESS Certified)
- Recruitment and Retention
Certification
- Texas Education Certificate in Educational Administration, Texas Education Agency, Austin, TX
- Texas Education Certificate in Reading 4-8, Texas Education Agency, Austin, TX
- Texas Education Certificate in Reading 4-8, ESL Supplement, Texas Education Agency, Austin, TX
Conferencepresentations
- From DTC Youngling to DTC Master Jedi: Utilizing the Guidance of the TSNAP Force, 11/08/23, Texas Assessment Conference, Round Rock, TX
- EALS implementation, 02/01/23, TASA Midwinter Conference, Austin, TX
- Creating a Growth Culture to Inspire Improvement of Student Achievement Performance, 11/07/22, Texas Assessment Conference, Round Rock, TX
- The Idea of Story Telling and Counter Story Telling: Shhh…It's Really CRT, 11/03/22, Association for Literacy Educators and Researchers, Denver, CO
- Accountability, 08/01/20, The Varnett Public Schools, Houston, TX
- Drilling Down Data for RTI, 08/08/19, The Varnett Public Schools, Houston, TX
- Accountability, 08/06/19, The Varnett Public Schools, Houston, TX
- The Data is Right: An Analysis of Longitudinal Data Dashboard Findings, 02/09/19, The Varnett Public Schools, Houston, TX
- Awakening Critical Consciousness: Exploring Ideological Diversions and Habititudes Through Selection of Diverse Texts, 11/02/16, Association for Literacy Educators and Researchers, Myrtle Beach, SC
- Hidden in Sight: The Epileptic Professor, 04/26/16, Pacific Rim Conference: International Conference on Disability and Diversity, Honolulu, HI
- Understanding Genres through Gaming and Digital Recreation Applications, 02/27/16, WHACTE Spring Conference, Katy, TX
- Negotiating Literacy Practices into the World of Digital Mainstreamers, 10/03/15, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX
- Pretty Little V-loggers: Vlogging YA Books in Classroom, 02/21/15, TALE, Woodlands, TX
- Cinematography and Gaming: Differentiating Literacy Practices in a Global World, 11/01/13, Association for Literacy Educators and Researchers, Dallas, TX
- Driving the Scores for Expository Compositions, 10/26/13, Houston ISD Writing Summit, Houston, TX
- STAAR Reading-An Inferential Examination, 06/20/13, Houston ISD Leadership Conference, Houston, TX
- Negotiating Literacy Practices into the World of Digital Mainstreamers, 11/20/14, National Alliance of Black School Educators, Kansas City, MO
- Scoring with the STAARs: The Expository Composition, 01/26/13, Houston ISD Writing Summit, Houston, TX
- A Mixed Methods Study: African American Students' Performance Trends and Engagement Toward Advanced Placement Literature Examinations, 01/17/13, Texas Alliance of Black School Educators, Austin, TX
- A Mixed Methods Study: African American Students' Performance Trends and Engagement Toward Advanced Placement Literature Examinations, 11/02/12, Association for Literacy Educators and Researchers, Grand Rapids, MI
- Doctoral Students' Perceptions of Effective Characteristics of College Professors, 04/16/12, American Educational Research Association, Vancouver, B.C.
- Reflections on Hard Work in Literacy, 11/12/11, Prairie View A & M University, Prairie View, TX
- Scripted Exposure, 07/26/11, Prairie View A & M University, Prairie View, TX
- A Mixed Methods Study: African American Student Performance on AP Literature and Composition Examinations and Engagement Trends, 07/26/11, Prairie View A & M University, Prairie View, TX
- African American Students and Their Success in AP Courses, 11/20/10, 38th Annual National Alliance of Black School Educators Conference, Fort Worth, TX
- Flexible Grouping, 10/09/09, District Staff Development for Aldine I.S.D., Houston, TX
- Layered Lessons Instruction, 08/01/08, District Staff Development for Aldine I.S.D., Houston, TX
Researchagenda
campus reform through implementation of the Effective Schools Framework, ongoing utility of Targeted Improvement Plans to drive sustainable organizational and management systems, student retention and bump-up reform, social emotional learning, university and career-community partnerships, advanced degree & certification system 'grow your own' planning, local, state, and national accountability paradigms, understanding the resilience of marginalized student populations with regards to college, career, and military readiness (CCMR), differentiated instruction, curriculum and assessment design and implementation, foundational literacy and linguistic instructional practices and development among diverse populations
Professionalresponsibilitiesandactivities
- 2018-current, RBIS LASO Literacy Trained, Acting CAO (03/2023 - 12/2023), TEA DCSI Leadership Cohort I alumnus, HB3 Board Goals Facilitator, District TIP & Campus TIP writing facilitator and lead, TEA district liaison for TIP Conferences, District Advisory Committee member (former president), Equity Plan Co-Facilitator with Chief Academic Officer, SIG Grant Monitor, RSSP collaborative writer with Chief Academic Officer, COVID-19 TEA Spring Instructional Continuity Plan, Asynchronous & Synchronous Instructional Plan collaborative writer with Chief Academic Officer, Middle School Content Specialists Supervisor & 3-5 Math Content Specialist Supervisor, Lead Reading Specialist Supervisor, ALPHA Specialist Supervisor, Assessment Budget and Inventory Manager, Rosetta Stone District Contact, NWEA MAP District Administrator, STAAR and TELPAS data disaggregation and accountability facilitator, District and Campus Data Driven Instruction Reflection Tool developer, District and Campus Data reporter, PLC Data Meeting Facilitator, Assessment Academy Coordinator, Local and State Testing Coordinator, TSNAP Member, Power Hour Reader, ELAR Curriculum Pacing Calendar Developer (grades 6th-8th), Campus & Teacher Data Wall Facilitator, DMAC Trainer of Teachers, ReadWorks, Inc. Writing Content judge, Awards: Essential Piece Award and Above and Beyond Award (2024); Green Jacket (Superintendent Award) and Above and Beyond Award (2022)
- 2016-2018, Grade Level ELA/SLA & Social Studies Mentor Teacher, PBIS Team Member, Restorative Justice Grade Level Lead and Campus Lead, 5th Grade Curriculum Planner for ELA/SLA and Social Studies, Professional Learning Community Coordinator, Grade Level Parent Calendar Developer, Climate and Culture Committee Member, Active Duty Team Lead (partial year both years), Flexible Grouping and Small Group in-class RTI support and Standardized Assessment Blitz ELA/SLA Coordinator, Praying Teachers Overcome Member, Fine Arts (Music) Chaperone and Volunteer, Schoology and Eduphoria Trainer of Teachers
- 2015-2016, Seed Grant Writer and Recipient, Curriculum and Instruction Graduate Committee Member, Curriculum and Instruction Graduate Comprehensive Exam Reviser, Curriculum and Instruction Graduate Comprehensive Exam Proctor, Curriculum and Instruction Graduate Comprehensive Exam Evaluator, Literacy Advocacy Campaign Organizer, Book Swap Co-Organizer, COE 5K Co-Adviser, ATPE Membership Campaign Advocate, College of Education University College Mentor, Read for the Record Participant, Title I Volunteer Reader (Ft. Bend ISD), Undergraduate Instructor and Advisor
- 2014-2015, Campus Improvement Plan developer, Title I coordinator, Title I Auditor Liaison, Professional Learning Community Administrator, Campus Data Analyst for K-5, Collaborator with District Data Specialists, District Consultant, Digital Learning Presenter, Collaborator with Campus Compliance Coordinator, Assistant State Testing Campus Coordinator, Jump Start Summer School Math and Reading Coordinator
- 2013-2014, Exemplar Lesson Writer, District Level Assessment Writer, Curriculum Writer, Lead Teacher Meeting Presenter (3-5; ESL), Service mentor for undergraduates & high school seniors and juniors, District Writing Summit Presenter, HISD Reading Department Pinterest board lead designer, Urban Education journal article reviewer
- 2012-2013, Exemplar Lesson Writer, District Level Assessment Writer, Curriculum Writer, Lead Teacher Meeting Presenter (K-5 & ESL), Assessment Cohort Member of Region 4, Service mentor for undergraduates & high school seniors and juniors, District Writing Summit Presenter, HISD Reading Department Pinterest board lead designer, World Book Night Recipient, ISITE journal article reviewer, Urban Education journal article reviewer
- 2011-2012, 7th Grade Writing Instructor of GT, Accelerated, Special Education, LEP, ESL, and Regular students, Book and Writing Club Co-Sponsor, Cooperating Teacher for student teacher, Extended Day & Saturday School Writing Instructor, A+ Challenge 2011-2012 school informant, DATE Grant participant
- 2010-2011, 7th Grade Writing Instructor of GT, Accelerated, Special Education, LEP, ESL, and Regular students, From Literature to Theater Novel Experiences, Butterfly Project with the Holocaust Museum, Extended Day Writing Instructor, Pull-Out 8th Grade Reading Instructor, DATE Grant participant
- 2009-2010, Elected 8th Grade Team Leader, Teacher Mentor, Language Arts and Reading Instructor of Pre-AP, Accelerated, Regular, ESL, and Special Education students, From Literature to Theater Novel Experiences, TELPAS certified rater, Extended Day Reading Instructor, Saturday School Reading Instructor, Funds for Teachers Grant writer, DATE Grant participant
- 2008-2009, Elected 8th Grade Team Leader, Teacher Mentor, Language Arts and Reading Instructor of G/T, Accelerated, Regular, and Special Education students, 99 % 8th graders passed TAKS Reading (Ranked 1st in Middle Schools in Aldine I.S.D), Book Club Co-Sponsor, Family Literacy Nights, Extended Day Reading Instructor, Saturday School Reading Instructor, District Curriculum Team Writer participant
- 2007-2008, Elected 8th Grade Team Leader, Initiated University Tours Initiative, Initiated Theatrical Performance Initiative, Language Arts and Reading Instructor of G/T and Accelerated students, Development of School Reading Strategies for Standardized Assessment, 99% 8th graders passed TAKS Reading (Ranked 1st in Middle Schools in Aldine I.S.D), Extended Day Reading Instructor, Saturday School Reading Instructor, 8th Grade Language Arts and Reading Summer School Instructor, TEEG Grant writer
- 2006-2007, Novice Teacher Initiative with Kylene Beers (recent National Council of Teachers of English President and author of When Kids Can't Read), Language Arts and Reading Instructor of Regular and Special Education, Extended Day Reading Instructor, Saturday School Reading Instructor
Membershipinprofessionalorganizations
- Texas Association of School Administrators
- Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals
- International Literacy Association
- National Alliance of Black School Educators
- Texas Alliance of Black School Educators
- Houston Alliance of Black School Educators
- National Council of Teachers of English
- Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers
- Former WHACTE Board Member
- Kappa Delta Pi
- American Education Research Association
Cellular
281-919-5719
Currentandpreviouspositions
- District Coordinator of School Improvement; Director of Accountability and Testing; 6th - 8th RLA Curriculum Scope and Sequence Writer (HMH Ed); New Teacher Cohort and Professional Development Facilitator, The Varnett Public Schools, Administration Annex Building, Houston, TX, 09/01/18 - current
- Adjunct Professor, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Houston, TX, 08/01/19 - 06/01/20
- EDGE Mentor Teacher, Fort Bend Independent School District, Ridgemont Elementary, Houston, TX, 07/01/16 - 07/01/18
- Assistant Professor, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, 08/01/15 - 07/01/16
- Data Specialist, Fort Bend Independent School District, Holley Elementary School, Houston, TX, 08/01/14 - 07/01/15
- ELAR Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Specialist, Houston Independent School District, HISD Administration Building, Houston, TX, 08/01/12 - 07/01/14
- Middle School Literacy Instructor, Aldine Independent School District, Charles R. Drew Academy, Houston, TX, 08/01/06 - 07/01/12
Publications
Anderson, M., Ingram, J., Buford, B., 2012, Doctoral Students' Perceptions of Effective Characteristics of College Professors, International Journal of Doctoral Studies, 7, 279-309
References
- Amber Donell, amber.donell@tea.texas.gov, TEA, Manager of Effective Schools Leadership Division of School Improvement
- Nancy Webster, Nancy.Webster@esc4.net, Region 4, Senior Specialist for School Improvement District Systemic Support Solutions
- Sheila Gruver, Sheila.Gruver@esc4.net, Region 4, Education Specialist, School Improvement District Systemic Support Solutions
- Angel Lozano, Angel.Lozano@esc4.net, Region 4, Coordinator for Regional Accountability and Assessment Accountability and Leadership Solutions
Affiliations
- Move In Mafia
Timeline
Principal Apprentice
Houston Independent School Distict
2024.08 - Current
Adjunct Professor
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2019.08 - 2020.06
District Coordinator of School Improvement; Director of Accountability and Testing; 6th - 8th RLA Curriculum Scope and Sequence Writer (HMH Ed); New Teacher Cohort and Professional Development Facilitator
The Varnett Public Schools
2018.09 - 2024.08
EDGE Mentor Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
2016.07 - 2018.07
Assistant Professor
Texas Southern University
2015.08 - 2016.07
Data Specialist
Fort Bend Independent School District
2014.08 - 2015.07
ELAR Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Specialist
Houston Independent School District
2012.08 - 2014.07
Middle School Literacy Instructor
Aldine Independent School District
2006.08 - 2012.07
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Concordia University of Texas
Doctor of Education - Literacy Studies
Sam Houston State University
Masters of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Prairie View A & M University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Prairie View A & M University
- Texas Education Certificate in Educational Administration, Texas Education Agency, Austin, TX
- Texas Education Certificate in Reading 4-8, Texas Education Agency, Austin, TX
- Texas Education Certificate in Reading 4-8, ESL Supplement, Texas Education Agency, Austin, TX
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