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Chinyelu Okoye

Irving,TX

Summary

Educational leader with extensive experience as an instructional leader, specializing in STEM program implementation and instructional quality enhancement. Achieved a 23% increase in STAAR Science scores through effective curriculum design and data-driven coaching. Focused on stakeholder engagement and professional development to empower educators and drive excellence.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
9
9
Certification

Work History

School Board Member

Holy Family Catholic Academy
Irving, TX
06.2025 - Current
  • Contributed to updating and refining the HFCA strategic plan by providing actionable feedback and recommendations, ensuring alignment with long-term institutional goals.
  • Collaborated with fellow board members to enhance student and parent engagement, increase enrollment, and spearhead fundraising and grant initiatives to strengthen school resources.
  • I advised the principal and leadership team by offering innovative solutions and supporting the launch of the new STEM Lab, advancing academic opportunities for students..

District Secondary Instructional Support Coordinator

Harmony Public Schools
Dallas, TX
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Directed weekly collaboration sessions with APs of Academics across 9 campuses, aligning instruction for 5,000+ students.
  • Delivered Core 4 leadership training to 30+ campus leaders, enhancing instructional quality and coaching capacity.
  • Executed district initiatives in partnership with senior leadership, supporting 200+ teachers and advancing academic performance.

District Secondary Science Curriculum & Instructional Coach (6–12)

Harmony Public Schools
Dallas, TX
07.2022 - 07.2024
  • Pioneered Core 4 Ambassador rollout, training 200+ teachers and 40 leaders, standardizing best practices across all campuses.
  • Coordinated professional development for 6 instructional coaches and organized PLC schedules, ensuring high-quality training delivery.
  • Implemented reteach plans from bi-weekly data meetings, improving STAAR readiness for 8th Grade & Biology students.
  • Forged STEM partnerships to expand competitions and professional growth opportunities for teachers and students.
  • Presented advanced coaching frameworks (Jim Knight, TLAC, GBF) to 200+ educators, improving instructional effectiveness.

District Science Curriculum & Instructional Coach (K–8)

Harmony Public Schools
Dallas, TX
07.2016 - 07.2022
  • Trained 200+ K–8 teachers on LMS platforms and edtech, accelerating adoption of digital instruction tools.
  • Facilitated districtwide virtual PD during COVID, enabling educators to deliver effective online instruction.
  • Collaborated with ELA, Math, and Science directors to align curriculum and boost student outcomes.
  • Developed resources and guides to streamline communication and support across campuses.

District STEM/PBL Coordinator

Harmony Public Schools
Dallas, TX
11.2013 - 07.2016
  • Conducted PD for 1,200+ teachers and 30 leaders, driving adoption of PBL across classrooms.
  • Achieved T-STEM designation for 9 secondary campuses by guiding districtwide PBL implementation.
  • Produced an online training video for RTT compliance, reducing teacher workload and modernizing reporting.
  • Engaged 1,300+ students through STEM/PBL initiatives, increasing competition participation and recognition.
  • Represented the district at Texas T-STEM conferences, showcasing best practices statewide.

9th Grade Science / AP Biology Teacher

Harmony Public Schools
Dallas, TX
08.2013 - 07.2014
  • Designed and implemented PBL units, guiding 100% of students to complete RTT-aligned projects.
  • Organized a STEM Festival with 300+ participants and hosted 5+ medical school speakers, broadening career exposure.
  • Delivered advanced AP Biology curriculum and tutoring for 100+ students, improving STAAR/EOC readiness.

8th Grade Science • Department Head • Science Fair Coordinator

Harmony Public Schools
Dallas, TX
08.2010 - 07.2013
  • Elevated STAAR Science scores from 65% → 88% in first year; ranked Top 2 among 9 campuses.
  • Supervised a 3-teacher department, aligning instruction and strengthening campus performance.
  • Coordinated science fairs, advancing students to regional and state competitions.
  • Introduced innovative PBLs that increased student engagement and mastery.

Education

M.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies – Applied Cognitive Neuroscience & Human Development

University of Texas at Dallas

B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies – Biology & Psychology

University of Texas at Dallas

Certificate in School Management & Leadership -

Harvard Business School Online

Skills

  • Leadership Development
  • Instructional Design
  • Remote Facilitation (Zoom/Teams/LMS)
  • Data-Driven Coaching
  • Program & Project Management
  • Curriculum Alignment
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Change Management
  • Professional Development Strategy
  • Instructional leadership
  • Curriculum design
  • Strategic planning
  • STEM program implementation
  • Teacher training
  • Data analysis
  • Educational technology
  • Public speaking
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Decision making
  • Inclusive mindset
  • Organizational development
  • Critical thinking
  • Staff leadership
  • Instructional methods development

Websites

Certification

  • DLT Certified (Meadows Center Tier)
  • National STEM Certified Teacher – NISE
  • Texas Standard Certificates: Science 8–12, 4–8, ESL Supplemental
  • Texas Reading Academies – TEA
  • Argument Driven Inquiry Introductory Trainer

Timeline

School Board Member

Holy Family Catholic Academy
06.2025 - Current

District Secondary Instructional Support Coordinator

Harmony Public Schools
07.2023 - 07.2024

District Secondary Science Curriculum & Instructional Coach (6–12)

Harmony Public Schools
07.2022 - 07.2024

District Science Curriculum & Instructional Coach (K–8)

Harmony Public Schools
07.2016 - 07.2022

District STEM/PBL Coordinator

Harmony Public Schools
11.2013 - 07.2016

9th Grade Science / AP Biology Teacher

Harmony Public Schools
08.2013 - 07.2014

8th Grade Science • Department Head • Science Fair Coordinator

Harmony Public Schools
08.2010 - 07.2013

M.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies – Applied Cognitive Neuroscience & Human Development

University of Texas at Dallas

B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies – Biology & Psychology

University of Texas at Dallas

Certificate in School Management & Leadership -

Harvard Business School Online

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