CARRIE MCCOLLUM
Educator
BUHL,ID
Summary
Collaborative leader with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Instructional Coach
Twin Falls School District
08.2020 - Current
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, colleagues and administrators.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Established a system for tracking teacher progress toward meeting professional growth goals, promoting accountability and reflection throughout the school year.
- Recorded student performances for critical review and examination.
- Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Created customized professional development workshops tailored to address specific challenges identified within each department or grade level team.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
Teacher-Grades 1-3
Twin Peaks Charter Academy, HUSD, TFSD
08.2009 - Current
- Taught in a variety of schools while being culturally, ethically, and economically sensitive to the varied background of each student and the specific needs of the students and their families to optimize a positive learning environment
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Planned lessons with explicit content objectives based on state standards while identifying a particular language objective that accommodated the content objective allowing students to have continual and varied opportunities to use language and interact with each other through cooperative learning opportunities
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Continually modified lesson instructional deliverance for ELL, SPED, and learning style for all learners to include spiral type lesson plans, additional scaffolding to build and reinforce learning
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Continually assessed student data and using it to drive my instruction to increase rigor, depth of knowledge, decrease gaps in content knowledge and increase understanding along the learning continuum.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, student success, and community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school and district climate.
Education
M.D. - Elementary Education
Regis University
Denver, CO 05.2001 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration With Emphasis in Finance
Regis University
Denver, CO 05.2001 -
Masters Cert. Curriculum And Instructional Design
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis-Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN 05.2001 -
Skills
Assessment Design
Subject matter expertise
Quality Control
Feedback Delivery
Report Development
Curriculum Implementation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Classroom Management
Problem-Solving
Lesson Planning
Time Management
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Academic Research
Excellent Communication
Qualitative Research
Adaptability and Flexibility
Relationship Management
Team Collaboration
Active Listening
Team building
Academic Presentations
Discussion Facilitation
Tutoring and mentoring
Analytical Thinking
Relationship Building
Materials Preparation
Administrative Support
Analytical Skills
Task Prioritization
Interpersonal Skills
Professionalism
Student Records Management
Continuous Improvement
Project Support
Quantitative Research
Goal Setting
Discussion leadership
Faculty Collaboration
New Student Orientation
Event Organization
Differentiated Instruction
Course Materials Creation
Examinations Preparation
Course Management
Collaborative learning
Certification
State of Idaho Standard Instructional Certificate, 09/01/17, All Subjects K-8
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
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- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Work Availability
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Timeline
Instructional Coach
Twin Falls School District
08.2020 - Current
Teacher-Grades 1-3
Twin Peaks Charter Academy, HUSD, TFSD
08.2009 - Current
M.D. - Elementary Education
Regis University
05.2001 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration With Emphasis in Finance
Regis University
05.2001 -
Masters Cert. Curriculum And Instructional Design
Walden University
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis-Psychology
Capella University
05.2001 -