Ebony Sykes
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
A dedicated education professional with solid foundation in academic support and coaching. Known for creating individualized strategies that improve student outcomes and foster collaborative learning atmosphere. Highly adaptable and reliable, with strong skills in mentoring and educational planning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Coordinator
University Instructors LLC
Norfolk, VA
09.2025 - Current
- Supervise and support 30+ instructors across multiple school districts, ensuring program fidelity, compliance, and high-quality instructional delivery.
- Coach and mentor novice instructors through observations, feedback cycles, and targeted professional development to strengthen instructional practices.
- Monitor documentation, attendance, and instructional data to track performance, ensure accountability, and support continuous program improvement.
- Collaborate with school administrators, district partners, and internal leadership to align program implementation with student achievement goals.
Program Assistant (Part-time)
University Instructors LLC
Norfolk, VA
03.2022 - 09.2025
- Provided administrative support by monitoring instructor documentation to ensure daily completion, accuracy, and compliance with program requirements.
- Managed payroll processes, including reviewing and verifying staff time entries to ensure accurate and timely compensation.
New Teacher Academy Facilitator
Meeting Street Brentwood
North Charleston, SC
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Led professional development for new teachers, focusing on instructional strategies, culture building, and classroom management.
- Conducted observations and provided actionable feedback to promote teacher growth and student success.
- Built trusting relationships that fostered accountability, reflection, and continuous improvement.
Special Education Department Chair
Deer Park Middle School
North Charleston, SC
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Oversaw special education department operations, ensuring IEP compliance and student support fidelity.
- Mentored teachers on differentiated instruction and inclusive classroom strategies.
- Coordinated data-driven interventions and monitored academic and behavioral progress.
Special Education Resource Teacher
Cane Bay High School
Summerville, SC
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Designed and implemented individualized learning plans for students with diverse academic needs.
- Partnered with general education teachers and families to promote student growth and success.
- Created classroom systems that balanced academic rigor and emotional safety.
Education
Master of Science - Community Psychology
Springfield College
08-2012
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA06-2016
Bachelor of Science - Human Service
Springfield College
12-2010
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Interpersonal awareness
- Collaborative teamwork
- Analytical thinking
- Teaching excellence
- Diversity advocacy
- Administrative management
- Team development
- Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
Better Than Average Teacher Award (October 2019)
Teacher of the Year (2020-2021)
Teacher to be Most Remembered (May 2022)
Excellence in Teaching Award (2024-2025)
Certification
- Teacher mentor certification
- SC and VA teaching credentials
- Aspiring School Leaders Collaborative FY24
Timeline
Program Coordinator
University Instructors LLC
09.2025 - Current
New Teacher Academy Facilitator
Meeting Street Brentwood
06.2023 - 06.2025
Program Assistant (Part-time)
University Instructors LLC
03.2022 - 09.2025
Special Education Department Chair
Deer Park Middle School
08.2019 - 06.2023
Special Education Resource Teacher
Cane Bay High School
08.2016 - 06.2019
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Human Service
Springfield College
Master of Science - Community Psychology
Springfield College