Dr. Carole B. Garth
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Adjunct faculty well-equipped to instruct undergraduate and graduate courses. Currently provide feedback to doctoral candidates on the written components of the dissertation. Experienced elementary school principal and classroom teacher in Title and non-Title settings. Mentor to aspiring teachers and principals. Skilled at formulating professional growth opportunities for adult learners. Committed to institutional equities and cultural competencies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Member
University Of Missouri - Columbia
06.2023 - Current
- Review required chapters and provide timely feedback for the dissertation defense of Doctor of Education for 4 doctoral students.
- Serve as doctoral committee member.
- Utilize Canvas and Blackboard platforms for communications.
- Mentored students for academic success, guiding them in research projects and presentations
Classroom Teacher
Raytown School District
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Instruct 4th grade students in English Language Arts, Math, and Science, and provide small group and individual support.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
- Serve on district guiding coalition for implementation of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and building level lead teacher.
Principal, New Haven Elementary
Columbia Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2021
- Established positive, professional, and collaborative school atmosphere by utilizing shared leadership model for decision making.
- Organized teacher collaboration teams to implement Data Team (tier 1) and Response to Intervention (tier 2 and 3) cycles.
- Implemented professional development related to core curriculum and intervention programs.
- Lead parents in the development of high-functioning parent organization.
- Perform classroom observations and teacher evaluations utilizing theNetwork for Educator Effectiveness (NEE) to assess teacher strategies and provide effective feedback.
- Manage all details regarding student discipline
Assistant Principal, Paxton Keeley Elementary
Columbia Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Managed district SES after-school tutoring coordinator.
- Collected and maintained data related to Positive Behavior Support.
- Observed and evaluated certified and non-certified staff members.
Principal
Richmond R-XVI School District
07.2007 - 06.2010
- Supervised and mentored two administrative interns.
- Implemented Response to Intervention in classrooms: research-based reading program, universal screener, and data meetings.
- Developed weekly professional development opportunities in collaboration with staff and curriculum director.
Classroom Teacher
12 Years Experience
08.1994 - 06.2007
- Two-time presenter at UALR Literacy Conference on topics related to Reader's and Writer's Workshop
- Taught 2nd grade and 3rd/4th grade looping teacher
- Worked with colleagues and Regional Professional Development Council representative to align curriculum with state standards.
- Student and new teacher mentor.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership And Policy Analysis
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO05.2023
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership And Policy Analysis
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO07.2017
Master of Education - Elementary Administration
Park University
Kansas City, MO05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO12.1991
Skills
- Writing Instruction and APA
- Adult Learning
- Leadership
- Policy Analysis
- Academic Instruction
- Data Analysis
- Cultural Competencies
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Member
University Of Missouri - Columbia
06.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Raytown School District
08.2021 - 05.2024
Principal, New Haven Elementary
Columbia Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2021
Assistant Principal, Paxton Keeley Elementary
Columbia Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2012
Principal
Richmond R-XVI School District
07.2007 - 06.2010
Classroom Teacher
12 Years Experience
08.1994 - 06.2007
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership And Policy Analysis
University of Missouri - Columbia
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership And Policy Analysis
University of Missouri - Columbia
Master of Education - Elementary Administration
Park University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Accomplishments
- Recipient of Literacy Advocate: Courage in Education Award, Missouri Chapter of National Council of Teachers of English, Fall 2019
- Missouri Assistance League grant recipient: 2017, 2018, 2019
- Book chapter reviewer, Educational Leadership of Immigrants: Case Studies in Times of Change (Crawford & Dorner, 2020)
- NEE User Conference presenter, September 2019
- Guest speaker for graduate-level courses on Ethics in Education.
- Certificate in Social Justice Leadership Development
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