Corey Lennon
Narragansett,RI
Summary
Experienced middle-level educator and district leader with 25+ years in Rhode Island public schools. Background includes staff supervision, program development, instructional coaching, and data-informed decision making. M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, completion expected March 2026.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Sixth Grade Social Studies Teacher
South Kingstown School Department
01.2022 - Current
- Develop and deliver standards-aligned curriculum integrating literacy and content
- Use formative and benchmark data to adjust instruction and address learning gaps
- Implement PBIS-based classroom systems and monitor behavioral trends
- Differentiate instruction through RTI supports
- Maintain consistent communication with families
- Middle School Team Leader
- Facilitate grade-level collaboration focused on curriculum alignment and student data
- Support staff in addressing student concerns and family communication
- Coordinate communication between administration and team members
- School Improvement Team & Leadership Team Member
- Review schoolwide achievement and attendance data
- Contribute to goal setting and action planning
- Participate in operational planning and school culture initiatives
- Safety Committee Member
- Review and support the implementation of school safety procedures
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
Summer School Coordinator
South Kingstown School Department
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed and led district K–8 summer learning program serving approximately 50 students
- Hired and supervised 10 teachers
- Placed students using assessment data while maintaining FERPA compliance
- Managed grant requirements and program budget
- Coordinated transportation, meals, scheduling, and daily operations
- Addressed student behavior and maintained parent communication
- Partnered with the University of Rhode Island and Jonnycake Center
- Supervised and mentored teachers and paraprofessionals.
- Supported teachers in learning and applying new skills through meaningful professional development.
Instructional Technology Coach
South Kingstown School Department
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Led districtwide professional development across multiple schools
- Designed and facilitated full-day training sessions
- Worked with building leadership to identify instructional needs
- Supported teachers in strengthening engagement and formative assessment practices
- Managed district instructional platforms and website
- Conducted classroom walkthroughs and coaching cycles
- Provided family training on instructional platforms
- FUSE Fellow – Highlander Institute
- Selected for statewide blended learning leadership cohort
- Collaborated with Rhode Island districts to implement instructional innovation
Earlier Teaching Experience
South Kingstown School Department
01.2000 - 01.2012
- Middle School Social Studies & Literacy
- Middle School Science
- Fourth Grade
- Developed cross-curricular units
- Differentiated instruction based on student performance data
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education & Psychology
University of Rhode Island
KingstonBlended Learning Certificate - Instructional Technology
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RIM.Ed. - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN03-2026
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring
- Team leadership
- Program design and implementation
- Adherence to grant guidelines
- RTI and PBIS implementation
- Family involvement
- Educational operations management
- Staff development
- Faculty collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Standardized testing
Timeline
Summer School Coordinator
South Kingstown School Department
01.2023 - 01.2025
Sixth Grade Social Studies Teacher
South Kingstown School Department
01.2022 - Current
Instructional Technology Coach
South Kingstown School Department
01.2012 - 01.2022
Earlier Teaching Experience
South Kingstown School Department
01.2000 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education & Psychology
University of Rhode Island
Blended Learning Certificate - Instructional Technology
Roger Williams University
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
HONORS & RECOGNITION
- South Kingstown Teacher of the Year, 2015-2016
- The Key Is Me District Award, 2019
- ISTE/RISTE Making IT Happen Award, 2019
- Selected for First Cohort, Highlander Institute Fuse Fellowship, 2014