CHARLOTTE FOSTER
Alexandria,Virginia
Summary
Results-oriented, experienced school leader, teacher, department head, program director, administrator, and writer/editor with over 25 years of service in the education field. Compassionate, creative, and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development, and project planning. Equipped with an extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator, and counselor. Competent at performing independently or as a member of the teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/Administrator/Writer
Westminster School
08.1999 - Current
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students
- Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials
- Routinely met with students' parents regarding in-class issues and learning interruptions to discuss solutions
- Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion in English courses
- Developed, administered and corrected tests and quizzes in a timely manner
- Coordinated after school tutoring hours with other teachers to help students in need of extra attention
- Received high remarks for the creativity of classroom lesson plans and instructional techniques from students, parents and faculty
- Teacher mentor/trainer
- Presents at local universities to inspire and educate parents, teachers, and community.
- Developed a positive school culture by fostering strong relationships among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Guided strategic planning efforts for long-term visioning and goal-setting within the school community.
- Established effective communication channels between administration, faculty, staff, parents, and students.
- Improved overall school performance by implementing data-driven instructional strategies and curriculum adjustments.
- Enhanced teacher professional development through targeted workshops, coaching sessions, and collaborative planning time.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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.
Education
Ed.D - Educational Leadership and Organizational Innovation
Marymount University
Arlington, Virginia08.2025
Master of Arts - English
George Mason University
Fairfax, Virginia08.2005
Bachelor of Arts - English
George Mason University
Fairfax, Virginia08.1999
Skills
- Leadership, teaching, writing, counseling
- Excellent classroom management
- EdD Educational Leadership and Organizational Innovation (8/25)
- MA Teaching of Writing and Literature
- Experienced K-8 teacher
- Teacher mentor
- Experience working with special needs students
- Experienced editor/writer for multiple publications
- Active participation in Northern Virginia Writing Project
- Developed and directed student resource program to serve needs of 150 students
- Editor of Falling for the Story, Northern Virginia Writing Project's annual anthology of exemplary student writing
- Curriculum Director
- Director of Publications
Affiliations
- Northern Virginia Writing Project
- Virginia Association of Independent Schools
- National Council of Teachers of English
- National Education Association
- Junior Great Books
Certification
NAIS School Leadership Institute
Additional Information
Director of Curriculum
Director of Publications
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Teacher/Administrator/Writer
Westminster School
08.1999 - Current
Ed.D - Educational Leadership and Organizational Innovation
Marymount University
Master of Arts - English
George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts - English
George Mason University
NAIS School Leadership Institute
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