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Carnisha Mayze

Lansing,Illinois

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record specializing in teacher training and curriculum development. Expert in analyzing assessment data to drive school improvement, fostering community engagement, and building collaborative teams. Successfully implemented intervention strategies, enhancing student achievement and creating inclusive learning environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

Brookwood School District 167
07.2022 - Current


  • Defined and enforces student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
  • Continuously addresses current educational trends and applies best practices while directing professional development and instructional leadership; increased instructional focus with staff through comprehensive feedback and evaluation
  • Led SIP team through creating ELA and Math pacing guides and common assessments.
  • Responsible for training teachers effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Established, evaluated, and modified instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Established an MTSS team and framework resulting in the development and implementation of intervention strategies for students with academic and behavioral struggles using the MTSS model.
  • Developed and refined Tier 1, 2, and 3 intervention protocols, problem solving processes, and data based decision making procedures.
  • Established and monitors safe and inclusive classroom environments for students, including coordinating anti-bullying and cultural awareness activities and events.
  • Plans, organizes, supervises, and evaluates all school programs including Longwood’s Hour of Power which includes building relationships with community partners like the South Chicago Dance Theatre, Nexplore, First Tee, and the South Suburban Youth Symphony.
  • Directs and organizes professional development, data, PLC, and staff bi-monthly meetings with all staff.
  • Works with the Director of Curriculum to evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of curriculum based and supplemental instructional programs, individualized and school specific professional development, and assessment analysis.
  • Established a school-wide grading policy that focuses on rigorous academic instruction, well developed academic goals, and true standards based feedback.

Assistant Principal

Matteson School District 162
07.2020 - 05.2022
  • Observed, supervised, and evaluated teachers and staff to further the school's vision.
  • Assisted with instructional strategies and lesson planning and oversaw classroom activities creating an environment conducive to learning.
  • Facilitated professional development experiences for faculty.
  • Assisted in the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of school staff.
  • Developed a master schedule that encouraged staff collaboration and the vertical alignment of CCSS.
  • Responsible for overseeing RTI implementation.
  • Served as the PBIS Team Lead and acting facilitator.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.

Assistant Principal

Harvey School District 152
07.2018 - 05.2020
  • Observed, supervised, and evaluated teachers and staff to further the school's vision.
  • Implemented and coordinated after school activities.
  • Assisted in the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of school staff.
  • Assisted in the planning, organizing and supervising of recognition programs and events.
  • Prepared reports in all areas assigned or as directed by the Principal or district office administrators.
  • Served on a district research team which collected, analyzed, and reported data and information to help the district decide whether to apply for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program.
  • Managed the school as the interim principal for 6 weeks while the principal was out on short term leave.
  • Supervised the What Students Need After School Tutoring program.
  • Reviewed and updated district policies and forms as a member of the district’s Discipline Revision Committee.

Teacher/Principal Intern

Dolton School District 148
07.2017 - 05.2018
  • Mentored new teacher with a focus on classroom management.
  • Met with parents to resolve educational priorities and issues.
  • Handled disciplinary issues and developed individualized improvement plans.
  • Promoted staff professional development by creating personalized professional development plans with teachers.
  • Assisted in planning, organizing and supervising recognition programs for students.
  • Served on the the school’s Data Team tasked with analyzing interim assessment and state assessment data and identifying areas of opportunities to reach instructional and learning goals.
  • Actively involved in the interviewing process to select new teacher hires and paraprofessionals.

Teacher

Chicago Public Schools CPS
07.2013 - 05.2017
  • Member of the Instructional Leadership Team and the Grade Level Chairperson for the grade band.
  • Turned around a class that had severe management issues, by establishing a strong teamwork environment that reduced behavioral issues.
  • Explored the use of technology in the classroom by using tablets for guided reading, whole group activities, and group and independent research projects.
  • Collaborated with staff members in developing school activities and joint lessons.
  • Coordinated and provided after school tutoring hours to students needing instructional support.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

National Louis University
Chicago, IL

Education Specialist - Administration And Supervision

National Louis University
Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Arts - Management Information Technology

Aurora University
Aurora, IL

Skills

  • Teacher training and development
  • Curriculum development and oversight
  • Group facilitation and presentations
  • Community engagement
  • School data evaluation
  • Analyzing assessment data
  • Leadership and team building
  • School improvement planning

Timeline

Principal

Brookwood School District 167
07.2022 - Current

Assistant Principal

Matteson School District 162
07.2020 - 05.2022

Assistant Principal

Harvey School District 152
07.2018 - 05.2020

Teacher/Principal Intern

Dolton School District 148
07.2017 - 05.2018

Teacher

Chicago Public Schools CPS
07.2013 - 05.2017

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

National Louis University

Education Specialist - Administration And Supervision

National Louis University

Bachelor of Arts - Management Information Technology

Aurora University

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