Candis Middlebrook
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at the Arizona Department of Education, excelling in project management and effective communication. Proven track record in enhancing assessment processes and coordinating impactful statewide events. Adept at building relationships with stakeholders and ensuring high-quality deliverables under tight deadlines. Passionate about enhancing educational experiences through meticulous attention to detail and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Achievement Assessments State Test Coordinator
Arizona Department of Education
Phoenix, AZ
01.2019 - Current
- Served as the primary contact for over 500 Arizona district test coordinators, providing direct support and guidance in the correct administration of the statewide achievement assessments.
- Collaborated with state-contracted assessment vendors to effectively manage deliverables, schedules, and communications.
- Produced and updated assessment materials, including manuals, user guides, and training modules.
- Reviewed accommodation requests from schools, providing necessary approvals and guidance.
- Ensured adherence to deadlines while maintaining high-quality materials for assessment administration.
- Conducted user acceptance training (UAT) to verify the functionality of vendor and state-level assessment applications.
- Maintained and updated state assessment webpages regularly for accurate information dissemination.
- Coordinated webinars, conference events, and quarterly newsletters for district test coordinators.
Event Planner
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Coordinated events for the Training and Technical Assistance Center.
- Selected venues and negotiated contracts to ensure successful event execution.
- Managed participant registration processes to streamline attendance logistics.
Education Program Specialist
Arizona Department of Education
Phoenix, AZ
06.2013 - 07.2018
- Coordinated statewide conferences and workshops for the Office of English Language Acquisition Services, effectively managing budgets and event logistics.
- Oversaw venue selection and contracting, ensuring optimal event locations.
- Scheduled keynote addresses and breakout sessions to enhance the attendee experience.
- Facilitated communications between presenters, participants, venue representatives, and internal staff.
- Managed awards programs to recognize outstanding teachers and English learner students.
- Maintained the event website and mobile application for streamlined participant access.
- Collected, organized, and disseminated survey data following events.
Student Records Management Specialist
Amphitheater Unified School District
Tucson, AZ
09.2010 - 05.2013
- Coordinated with department leadership for administration of English-language proficiency assessment program.
- Maintained comprehensive database of all district students tested for English language proficiency.
- Communicated testing requirements and materials to teachers, providing necessary technical assistance.
- Administered English language proficiency assessments to students when required.
- Monitored files for compliance with state-required documentation for English learners.
Education
BBA - Finance
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TNSkills
- Training development
- Project management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking proficiency
- Team collaboration
- Deadline-driven performance
- Relationship building with stakeholders
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Achievement Assessments State Test Coordinator
Arizona Department of Education
01.2019 - Current
Event Planner
George Mason University
07.2018 - 12.2018
Education Program Specialist
Arizona Department of Education
06.2013 - 07.2018
Student Records Management Specialist
Amphitheater Unified School District
09.2010 - 05.2013
BBA - Finance
Austin Peay State University
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