Dawn Gross
ELA Interventionist
Humble,TX
Summary
A versatile educator with 15+ years of experience specializing in curriculum design, team leadership and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). A strong history of enhancing curriculum development and leading initiatives to facilitate cultural awareness and understanding across school campuses.
Dedicated education expert driven to build lifelong learning skills in struggling students. Talent for proactively reaching students to prevent issues related to falling far behind.
Dedicated education professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
ELA Interventionist
Kipp Texas Public Schools
Houston, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Completed required documentation such as evaluations, treatment notes and exit summaries.
- Determined appropriate interventions and planned support milestones.
- Gathered, organized and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology and behavior modification.
- Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
Honors English Literature I Teacher
Kipp Texas Public Schools
Houston, TX
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Provided grades and progress reports to 178 students each semester to evaluate student learning needs.
- Participated in department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
English Teacher
Atlantic High School
Port Orange, FL
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
Department Manager
Von Maur Department Store
Buford, GA
11.2014 - 01.2018
- Developed empowering employee culture focused on equipping employees to independently meet customer needs.
- Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Partnered with merchandising team to plan and execute floor moves, merchandise placement and overall sales set-up.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
Assistant to Curator
Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Procured talented individuals, performing artists and musicians to entertain guests during special events.
- Wrote and reviewed grant proposals, journal articles, blog posts, institutional reports and materials.
- Planned and conducted special research projects resulting in development of new exhibits.
- Received, photographed, cataloged, researched and prepared objects for display for the Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune collection.
- Promoted events and exhibits via social media, email and other communication methods, boosting museum attendance by 50%.
- Assisted in planning, implementation and oversight of restoration projects.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Executive Assistant to Dean
Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports and presentations.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Created expense reports, budgets and filing systems for management team.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
English Teacher
Cedar Creek International Christian School
San Antonio, TX
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
English Teacher
Atlantic High School
Port Orange, FL
08.2004 - 06.2006
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Production Assistant/Editor
Harcourt Educational Measurement
San Antonio, TX
09.2001 - 08.2004
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
- Handled internal staff correspondence through emails and scheduling.
- Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
- Selected and edited photos for use in diverse projects.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communications
The College of New Jersey
Trenton, NJ 08.1984 - 12.1986
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Rowan College At Burlington County
Pemberton, NJ 01.1983 - 08.1983
Skills
Standardized Testing
undefinedTimeline
ELA Interventionist
Kipp Texas Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Honors English Literature I Teacher
Kipp Texas Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2022
English Teacher
Atlantic High School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Department Manager
Von Maur Department Store
11.2014 - 01.2018
Assistant to Curator
Bethune-Cookman University
08.2012 - 08.2014
Executive Assistant to Dean
Bethune-Cookman University
08.2010 - 08.2012
English Teacher
Cedar Creek International Christian School
08.2007 - 08.2010
English Teacher
Atlantic High School
08.2004 - 06.2006
Production Assistant/Editor
Harcourt Educational Measurement
09.2001 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communications
The College of New Jersey
08.1984 - 12.1986
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Rowan College At Burlington County
01.1983 - 08.1983
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