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Chiquita M Hughes

Chiquita M Hughes

Oxford,OH

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Summary

Dedicated professional with over 15 years of experience in delivering exceptional customer service to diverse clientele, including school leaders, educators, students, and families. Expertise in relationship management and problem resolution facilitates the development of tailored solutions that effectively address unique customer needs. Proven track record of rapidly adopting and implementing innovative tools such as AI, multimedia, and educational technology platforms to enhance service delivery and drive impactful results. Committed to fostering positive relationships and ensuring client satisfaction through proactive engagement and support.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Educational Consultant

Mission 6 Consulting, LLC
11.2020 - Current

Delivered tailored literacy and STEM programs to schools, educators, and families, providing high-quality customer service that reached over 1,000 students.

  • Collaborated with clients to assess needs, resolve issues, and ensure successful program implementation and satisfaction, using ADDIE.
  • Managed client relationships with schools and educational technology vendors, resolving issues and ensuring satisfaction with program implementation.
  • Advised on customer-focused curriculum strategies, improving engagement and building long-term partnerships.
  • Designed job-embedded training and professional development sessions, equipping staff and administrators with best instructional practices, using onsite and digital support.

Doctoral Student, Educational Leadership, Leadership, Culture & Curriculum

Miami University
Oxford, OH
08.2020 - Current
  • Graduate Assistantship: Editorial Assistant for Journal of Marriage & Family Review, Howe Writing Center Consultant, BCSP Project Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Provided high-quality customer service to authors, reviewers, and subscribers by responding promptly to inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring smooth communication throughout the editorial.
  • Conducted statistical analysis of program data using SPSS to evaluate the impact of services on families and students.
  • Coordinated special projects to increase journal visibility, reaching ~3000 institution subscribers.
  • Used Generative AI to create marketing materials tailored to audience needs, achieving 12,700+ views and increased engagement.
  • Coached MFR Social Media Fellows on design strategies for social media campaigns.
  • Delivered personalized customer service to undergraduate and graduate students through one-on-one writing consultations.

Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

Mt. Healthy Schools
Mt. Healthy, OH
07.2018 - 07.2020
  • Assessed organizational structure quality and impact related to curriculum and instruction, researching best practices and providing actionable feedback to increase teacher and student outcomes.
  • Directed strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts for the 25-member District Leadership Team using evidence-based strategies and Ohio’s Improvement Process.
  • Recruited and trained staff in continuous improvement practices to build capacity across schools for sustainable models and systems.
  • Collaborated with educational technology companies, STEM organizations, and higher education partners to deliver career-focused learning opportunities for students, impacting over 700 students.
  • Supervised professional development, curriculum alignment and instructional delivery for staff serving 3500 students.
  • Implemented social-emotional learning (SEL) training for staff and students, fostering communities of learning, empathy, and engagement for 1500 students grades 7-12.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and presented progress reports to Board members to ensure accountability and alignment with district initiatives for grades K-12.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
  • Led instructional program by overseeing curriculum, assessment, instructional quality and data use.
  • Refined and implemented instruction and curriculum vision and mission.

Curriculum Manager & Turnaround Lead

Cincinnati Public Schools
Cincinnati, OH
08.2009 - 07.2018
  • Managed the implementation of science, health, and physical education curricula for 35,000 students, K-12.
  • Delivered exemplary customer service to educators and administrators, conducting 1,000+ classroom visits to ensure effective support and curriculum delivery.
  • Assembled a collaborative coaching cadre to create effective learning solutions in science, contributing to a 37.5% proficiency increase on ECO Biology exams.
  • Utilized SAMR/ADDIE to implement instructional technology, online assessments, and professional development, resulting in a 75% integration of instructional and learning technology in science.
  • Utilized Turnaround principles to coach four schools to significant accountability gains — 100% of schools improved ratings.
  • Provided STEM leadership for collaborative engagements with industry professionals to identify targeted key performance indicators aligned to a $20M investment in STEM programming.

Education

Ph.D. - Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Culture

Miami University
Oxford, OH
08.2020 - Current

Graduate Certificate - Instructional Design and Educational Technology

Miami University
Oxford, OH
08.2025

Master of Education - Administration and Supervision

Florida A & M University
Tallahassee
12.2006

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Florida A & M University
Tallahassee
04.1999

Skills

  • K-12 educational leadership
  • Assessment of standards-based outcomes
  • Statistical Analysis using SPSS
  • Continuous Improvement KPIs
  • Digital content creation
  • Family involvement
  • Data interpretation
  • Skilled in executing educational initiatives
  • Evaluating curriculum, instruction, and assessment alignment
  • Designing and delivering professional development workshops
  • Instructional design

Certification

  • Ohio 5 Yr Superintendent Professional License(22458978) 7/1/2024-6/30/2029
  • Ohio 5 Yr Principal Professional Licensure Grades PK-6, 4-9, 5-12 (22458977), 7/1/2024-6/30/2029
  • Ohio 5 Yr Administrative Specialist -Curriculum, Instruction, Professional Development and Educational Staff Personnel Administration-Professional License (22458975), 7/1/2024-6/30/2029
  • Ohio 5 Yr Early Childhood P-3 Professional License, Endorsements: Early Childhood Generalist Grades 4-5, (22458976), 7/1/2024-6/30/2029

Awards

Miami University Graduate Student Summer Research Fellowship (2021, 2022, 2024), Miami University Graduate Student Spotlight: ISPA Presentation in Bologna, Italy (2023), Ohio Department of Education Office of Assessment: Certificate of Recognition for Grade 5 Science Content Advisory Committee (2016-2018); Certificate of Recognition for Grade 5 Science Rangefinding / Rubric Validation Committee, Ohio Department of Education Office of Assessment, Cincinnati Public Schools Elementary Turnaround Recognition, Cincinnati Public Schools, 2003 District Teacher of the Year, Taylor County School Board

Publications

  • Hughes, C. (October 2024). Navigating the Pitfalls: Analyzing Missteps in Peace Pedagogy and Curriculum Development. [Paper Presentation] 44th Edition of the Journal of Curriculum Theorizing Annual Bergamo Conference on Curriculum Theory and Classroom Practice. Bergamo Conference Center, Dayton, OH
  • Hughes, C., & Eagle, A. (September 2024). RedHawks Recognizing Experienced Learners as Assets in Education (R.E.L.A.T.E.). [Presentation] Reimagining the Academy Conference. Miami University, Oxford, OH
  • Hughes, C., James, A., Brown, T. & Roy, R. (July 2023) Comparisons of parent-school involvement in the U.S. & Italy: What do we know and what can we learn? [Poster Presentation] 44th annual conference of the International School Psychology Association (ISPA), Bologna, Italy
  • Hughes, C. & Rodriguez, Y. (July 2023) Using children's books to teach social-emotional learning. [Presentation] 44th annual conference of the International School Psychology Association (ISPA), Bologna, Italy
  • Hughes, C. (June 2023). Early childhood storytelling: using children's picture books to teach sel. [Presentation] Southeastern Conference on School Climate. Savannah, GA.
  • Hughes, C., Mack, Kim R., (2022, June 2). Using storytelling to encourage literacy in urban elementary students. [Presentation] Changing the Story Conference, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH
  • Hughes, C., Tukura, J., & James, A. G. (2022). Graduation 101: What parents need to know. The Ohio School Psychologist

Affiliations

  • Toastmasters International
  • AERA
  • AESA

Accomplishments

  • Delivered tailored literacy and STEM programming to schools, educators, and families, providing high-quality customer service that reached over 1,000 students.
  • Created PK STEM curricula for 43 school sites
  • Used Generative AI to create marketing materials tailored to audience needs, achieving 12,700+ views and increased engagement.
  • Miami University Graduate Student Summer Research Fellowship (2021, 2022, 2024), Miami University
  • Miami University Graduate Student Spotlight: ISPA Presentation, Bologna, Italy (2023)

Timeline

Educational Consultant

Mission 6 Consulting, LLC
11.2020 - Current

Doctoral Student, Educational Leadership, Leadership, Culture & Curriculum

Miami University
08.2020 - Current

Ph.D. - Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Culture

Miami University
08.2020 - Current

Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

Mt. Healthy Schools
07.2018 - 07.2020

Curriculum Manager & Turnaround Lead

Cincinnati Public Schools
08.2009 - 07.2018

Graduate Certificate - Instructional Design and Educational Technology

Miami University

Master of Education - Administration and Supervision

Florida A & M University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Florida A & M University

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