David McGoldrick
League City
Summary
Accomplished Secondary English Educator with 12 years of experience teaching Advanced Placement Language and Composition and Advanced Placement Literature and Composition. Expertise in curriculum development, data analysis, and instructional innovation enhances student achievement. Committed to fostering college and career readiness while supporting emergent bilingual learners and leading departmental initiatives to improve student outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School English Language Arts Teacher
Clear Horizons Early College High School
League City
01.2014 - Current
- Head of English Language Arts Department at Clear Horizons from 2022 - Present
- Design and deliver rigorous instruction for Advanced Placement Language and Composition and Advanced Placement Literature and Composition courses.
- Developed curriculum, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with College Board standards and district expectations to enhance student learning.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify instructional needs, leading to targeted interventions that improved student achievement outcomes.
- Implemented student-centered reading and writing workshop models, fostering engagement and academic growth among students.
- Led the English Language Arts Department, facilitating collaboration, curriculum alignment, and instructional planning.
- Created and taught Career and College Readiness coursework focused on college preparation, admissions processes, academic success skills, and standardized test readiness.
- Support emergent bilingual students through targeted instructional strategies and campus-level advocacy.
- Participate as a member of the Senior Support Team (SST), collaborating with campus leadership to address student needs and improve school effectiveness.
- Sponsor and oversee student organizations, including Student Council, Journalism, and the Asian Student Association, fostering student leadership and engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, Concentration in Education
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO01-2009
Skills
- AP Language Instruction
- AP Literature Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Assessment Design
- Data Analysis
- Classroom Management
- Reading and Writing Workshop
- Bilingual Learner Support
- Career Readiness
- Educational Leadership
- PLC Leadership
- Student Mentorship
Certification
- English Language Arts and Reading (Grades 4–8)
- English Language Arts and Reading (Grades 7–12)
- English as a Second Language Supplemental (Grades 4–12)
Leadership Experience
- Head of English Language Arts Department
- Emergent Bilingual Specialist
- Member of Senior Support Team (SST)
- Sponsor, Asian Student Association
- Former Sponsor, Student Council
- Former Sponsor, Journalism
Timeline
High School English Language Arts Teacher
Clear Horizons Early College High School
01.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English, Concentration in Education
Colorado State University