Cheri Holsclaw Page
Decatur
Summary
Dynamic instructional coach and former English teacher with many transferable skills. Core competencies; Specializes in training & development and interpersonal communication, successfully bridging achievement gaps and enhancing teacher practices. Achieved significant improvements in student learning outcomes through innovative curriculum design and collaborative learning strategies.
Experienced professional with 30+ years in education, bringing exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills to administrative and client-facing roles. Proficient in managing complex tasks, training, mentoring others, and delivering creative solutions in fast-paced environments. Known for clear communication, multitasking, and client-first approach to service.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach
Bailey Education Group
09.2021 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an learning environment for all students.
- Developed successful interventions for struggling students by creating targeted instructional plans based on their unique needs.
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions for grade-level teams to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
- Assessed students through diagnostic tests, in addition to formative and summative data.
- Established a system for tracking teacher progress toward meeting professional growth goals, promoting accountability and reflection throughout the school year.
- Coach/mentor underperforming or new teachers on multiple projects simultaneously - fostering positive relationships with diverse groups of instructors, students, and administrators demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Deliver training to staff, introducing best practices and supporting professional growth.
- Develop creative solutions to address unique challenges, tailoring approaches to individual needs.
- Manage and coordinate complex tasks, including lesson planning, scheduling, and record keeping, ensuring efficiency and organization.
- Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth operations and effective communication
English Teacher
Decatur City Schools
08.1993 - 05.2021
- Deliver complex concepts in an understandable manner to English and non-English speakers.
- Balance teaching, grading, parent conferences, and extracurricular activities.
- Manage classrooms, curriculum planning, and student records.
- Develop innovative lesson plans and problem-solving strategies.
- Engage with students, parents, and colleagues daily
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs or organizations, contributing to the overall development of well-rounded students.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
Education
Educational Specialist - Teacher Leadership
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL01-2011
Master of Arts - Education, English
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL01-1996
Bachelor of Science - Education, English
Athens State University
Athens, AL01-1993
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL01-1988
Skills
- Training & Onboarding
- Writing Curriculum
- Technical Writing
- Interpersonal Communication & Relationship Building
- Multitasking & Time Management
- Organization & Administrative Support
- Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution
- Scheduling & Calendar Management
- Instructional planning skills
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Teaching strategies
- Collaborative learning
Certification
TESOL Certificate, University of Alabama, Huntsville, 2018
National Board Certified Teacher: 2000-2010; Recertified: 2010-2020
Teacher of the Year: 1999, 2004, 2020
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Bailey Education Group
09.2021 - Current
English Teacher
Decatur City Schools
08.1993 - 05.2021
Educational Specialist - Teacher Leadership
University of Montevallo
Master of Arts - Education, English
University of North Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Education, English
Athens State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Jacksonville State University
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