Danielle Reed
Cleveland,TN
Summary
Experienced educational leader with 20+ years in the field, including roles as a teacher, coach, and assistant principal. Skilled in data-driven decision-making, professional development, and fostering inclusive environments. Proven track record of team building, implementing effective strategies, and engaging families. Dedicated to empowering educators and supporting student growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
Oak Grove Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
- Lead weekly and monthly collaborative planning with K -5 grade-level teams focused on standards, curriculum, and data.
- Facilitate professional development aligned with school and district goals.
- Engage in continuous coaching cycles with 15+ classroom teachers to promote teacher effectiveness and student growth.
- Serve as Testing Coordinator for benchmark and state assessments.
- Contribute to the school action plan and serve on the instructional leadership team.
- Foster a culture of celebration and recognition for student and staff achievements.
Instructional Coach
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Supported the development and execution of instructional strategies through coaching and modeling.
- Facilitated data-driven professional learning and instructional planning.
- Participated in the school’s Guiding Coalition for PLC implementation.
- Analyzed student work to guide 15-day instructional cycles.
- Built strong partnerships with educators to improve student outcomes.
Assistant Principal
Daisy Elementary and Wallace A. Smith Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Supported all facets of school operations including discipline, transportation, testing, and resource management.
- Led RTI implementation and chaired student support teams.
- Conducted teacher evaluations using the Project COACH rubric.
- Facilitated data analysis and professional development to improve instruction.
- Represented the school as LEA in IEP and 504 meetings.
Lead Literacy Coach
Hamilton County Schools
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Provided district-wide coaching and PD for 20+ literacy coaches and all elementary teachers.
- Modeled instructional strategies and supported data use to drive student literacy growth in 4 elementary schools..
Model Classroom Teacher
Hamilton County Schools
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Split time between classroom instruction and literacy coaching.
- Taught ELA and Social Studies while supporting schoolwide literacy initiatives for 30+ classroom teachers.
- Promoted risk-free learning environments with equitable student engagement.
Classroom Teacher
Whitfield County Schools/Hamilton County Schools
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Taught all core content areas in 1st, 3rd, and 4th grade.
- Used assessment data to guide instruction.
- Developed collaborative planning practices and promoted student success.
Education
Ed.S. - Instructional Leadership
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN01.2010
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN01.2006
B.S. - Human Development (Elementary Education)
Lee University
Cleveland, TN01.2002
Skills
- Skilled communication
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Curriculum expertise
- Professionalism
- Community Connections
Professional Development Training
Leadership & Coaching
- BCPEF LEAD Fellow (2023–2024)
- TN New Assistant Principal Academy
- Hamilton County LEAD Aspiring AP (Cohort 2)
- PEF Leadership Fellows (Cohort 9)
- Student-Centered Coaching (TNTP)
Instruction & Assessment
- Jill Jackson Coaching
- Pearson/TDOE Assessment Development
- Top Score Writing & SRSD Writing
- TN State Literacy Training & Walkthroughs
- TNReady Math & i-Ready
- Teachers Development Group – Focus on Math
- Professional Learning Communities
- 15-Day Challenge PLC Model
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Oak Grove Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
Instructional Coach
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2022
Assistant Principal
Daisy Elementary and Wallace A. Smith Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2017
Lead Literacy Coach
Hamilton County Schools
01.2012 - 01.2013
Model Classroom Teacher
Hamilton County Schools
01.2008 - 01.2012
Classroom Teacher
Whitfield County Schools/Hamilton County Schools
01.2002 - 01.2008
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction
Lincoln Memorial University
B.S. - Human Development (Elementary Education)
Lee University
Ed.S. - Instructional Leadership
Tennessee Technological University
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