Focused education professional with master's degree in administration and experience helping students achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
ELA Interventionist (3-8)
District Of Columbia Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Improved student engagement by implementing targeted intervention strategies and personalized learning plans.
Summer School Principal (K – 3)
District of Columbia Public Schools
06.2017 - 08.2021
Developed and implemented plans to minimize misbehavior and maximize learning in school of 100 students and 8 teachers.
Reading Specialist (Grades K – 8)
District of Columbia Public Schools
09.2016 - 06.2017
Increased student engagement through the use of interactive reading materials and technology integration.
Instructional Coach
District of Columbia Public Schools
01.2021 - 06.2021
Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
English Teacher (Grades 6 – 8)
District of Columbia Public Schools
09.2008 - 12.2008
Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades 3 – 6)
District of Columbia Public Schools
09.2000 - 06.2006
Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and real-life examples in lessons.
Teacher Leader
District of Columbia Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2023
Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and fostering open communication with students and parents.
Instructional Coach
SEED Public Charter School
06.2020 - 12.2020
Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
Diagnostic Prescriptive Specialist
The Foundation Schools
09.2019 - 06.2020
Managed a team of 6 paraprofessionals which resulted in improved instruction for special needs students.
Reading Specialist
The Phillips Programs
03.2019 - 09.2019
Increased student engagement through the use of interactive reading materials and technology integration.
High School Reading Specialist
The Kingsbury Center
09.2017 - 03.2019
Increased student engagement through the use of interactive reading materials and technology integration.
Education
Doctor of Education -
Walden University, Washington, D.C.
01.2025
Master's degree - Educational Leadership
George Washington University, Washington, D.C.
01.2018
Master's degree - Reading Education
Howard University, Washington, D.C.
01.2000
Skills
Student Engagement
Parent-Teacher Relations
Performance Assessment
Academic Advising
Behavior Management
Team Building
Event Planning
Conflict Resolution
Leadership Abilities
Data Analysis
Public Speaking
Staff Supervision
Attendance Monitoring
Parent Communication
Certification
Administrative Services Credentials K-12 Administrator, District of Columbia and Virginia Department of Education, 2020
Certified Reading Specialist K-12, Virginia Department of Education, 2020
Timeline
ELA Interventionist (3-8) - District Of Columbia Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Teacher Leader - District of Columbia Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2023
Instructional Coach - District of Columbia Public Schools
01.2021 - 06.2021
Instructional Coach - SEED Public Charter School
06.2020 - 12.2020
Diagnostic Prescriptive Specialist - The Foundation Schools
09.2019 - 06.2020
Reading Specialist - The Phillips Programs
03.2019 - 09.2019
High School Reading Specialist - The Kingsbury Center
09.2017 - 03.2019
Summer School Principal (K – 3) - District of Columbia Public Schools
06.2017 - 08.2021
Reading Specialist (Grades K – 8) - District of Columbia Public Schools
09.2016 - 06.2017
English Teacher (Grades 6 – 8) - District of Columbia Public Schools
09.2008 - 12.2008
Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades 3 – 6) - District of Columbia Public Schools
09.2000 - 06.2006
Walden University - Doctor of Education,
George Washington University - Master's degree, Educational Leadership
Howard University - Master's degree, Reading Education
Leadership Experience
SEED 9th Grade Administrator, 2019, 2020, Supervised a team of 10 teachers., Evaluated and coached teachers.
Alternative Leadership Team, 2010, 2011, 2019, 2023, Helped with the decisions for the local school.
PARCC Testing Coordinator, 2016, 2020, Handled all student standardized testing.
Student Surveys Coordinator, 2016, 2017, Liaison between the local school and district on student surveys.
Local School Union President, 2016, 2017, Represented all teachers on matters of the teacher contract.
Testing Committee Leader, 2017, 2020, Coordinated all events with a team of 5 teachers for standardized testing.
Response to Intervention Committee (RTI) - Middle School Chair, 2016, 2017, Worked with the teachers to ensure that interventions were in place for students.
DCPS Cluster Chair for Professional Development (Literacy – Grades K – 5), 2016, 2017, Provided ELA professional development to teachers in the district.
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