Chelsey Wolford
Clover,SC
Summary
Resourceful, innovative, and detail-driven leader, coach, and educator with 11 years of experience in building and fostering relationships, managing a large array of tasks and deliverables, working efficiently and interpersonally with a team in order to achieve organization's vision and mission
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary English Curriculum Specialist
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
06.2022 - Current
- Manage a cohort of 10+ instructional leaders.
- Design and deliver relevant district-wide professional development, twice a month, based on research in the field.
- Lead the modification and improvement of teaching methods in a culturally responsive school.
- Maintain data records and lead data analysis meetings for 10 schools.
- Cater coaching plans to each school’s needs and goals.
- Collaborate as part of a team of specialists through various projects (ex: building Canvas courses, creating online resource libraries for teacher use, attending and presenting diverse professional development sessions, etc.).
- Conducted professional development workshops on effective literacy strategies for colleagues, enhancing overall instructional quality.
- Served as a mentor to new educators, sharing expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management techniques.
- Managed the development and implementation of content-specific benchmarks, ensuring consistency and clarity in instructional goals.
- Oversaw the selection process for new instructional materials aligned with curriculum objectives across multiple disciplines.
- Championed diversity initiatives within school communities by designing inclusive curricula reflecting various perspectives and backgrounds.
- Reached out to vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.
- Negotiated contracts and delivery plans with vendors.
- Participated in state-wide conferences to stay current on industry trends and emerging research in education methodologies.
Academic Facilitator & Coach
Kennedy Middle School
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Served as a mentor to 15 educators, sharing expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management techniques.
- Streamlined administrative processes by creating efficient systems for tracking student progress, attendance, and grades.
- Trained 40+ educators on best practices in literacy instruction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Coordinated professional development workshops for faculty members, ensuring a consistent approach to academic facilitation across all courses.
- Promoted a culture of academic excellence by developing rigorous course content that challenged students to think critically and creatively.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Supported student retention efforts by identifying at-risk individuals and providing targeted interventions as needed for a population of 1,100 students.
- Promoted academic success by providing personalized guidance to students, assisting them in setting and achieving their educational goals.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Served on academic committees focused on program assessment, accreditation standards, and institutional policies.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
English III & IV Teacher, Team Lead
Charlotte-Mecklenburg County School System
08.2013 - 12.2018
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior for 100 students effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Assessed student performance daily using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Served on 4 school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Queens University
Charlotte, NC05.2019
Bachelor of Arts in English - English, Secondary English
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05.2013
Skills
- Training facilitation
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Task Prioritization
- Interpersonal Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Cultural Competency
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- National Board Certified Teacher
- North Carolina Standard Professional 2 Teaching License Grades 6-12
- AP Training Literature & Composition Summer 2014
- AP Training Language & Composition Summer 2015
- Teaching Fellow Institute Alumni
References
- Jennifer Clark, Executive Director, Learning & Teaching, High School, (704) 618-1230, jenniferh.clark@cms.k12.nc.us
- Ted Mueller, Director of Academics, (980) 343-9921, theodore.mueller@cms.k12.nc.us
- Kevin Sudimack, Principal, (980) 343-5540, kevin.sudimack@cms.k12.nc.us, 4000 Gallant Ln, Charlotte, NC, 28273
Timeline
Secondary English Curriculum Specialist
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
06.2022 - Current
Academic Facilitator & Coach
Kennedy Middle School
01.2019 - 06.2022
English III & IV Teacher, Team Lead
Charlotte-Mecklenburg County School System
08.2013 - 12.2018
- National Board Certified Teacher
- North Carolina Standard Professional 2 Teaching License Grades 6-12
- AP Training Literature & Composition Summer 2014
- AP Training Language & Composition Summer 2015
- Teaching Fellow Institute Alumni
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Queens University
Bachelor of Arts in English - English, Secondary English
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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