Ebony C. Comfort
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Educational Program Leader with 15+ years of experience leading instructional initiatives, student support programs, and data-driven improvement efforts in urban school districts. Proven ability to analyze performance data, streamline academic programs, and lead cross-functional teams to improve student achievement and program outcomes. Experienced in strategic planning, staff development, and implementing district initiatives that strengthen instructional quality and student success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
School Testing Coordinator
Richmond Public Schools
Richmond, Virginia
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented test plans, scenarios, scripts, and procedures to ensure comprehensive assessment coverage.
- Trained staff on testing administration protocols and tools, enhancing compliance and effectiveness.
- Coordinated testing schedules for students across multiple grade levels.
- Monitored testing environments to maintain compliance and integrity.
- Collected and organized test data for reporting and analysis, supporting data-driven decision-making.
- Recruited candidates for testing team and trained them in protocols.
Intervention Specialist
Richmond Public Schools
Richmond, VA
08.2024 - Current
- Led intervention and referral efforts for 50+ at-risk and dropout students, partnering with alternative programs to reestablish academic pathways toward diploma completion.
- Contributed to schoolwide attendance improvement efforts as a member of the attendance team, implementing family outreach strategies that helped reduce chronic absenteeism among students with 10+ absences.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions to align with individual performance data.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and documented services to support informed decision-making.
Edgenuity Site-Based Coordinator
Richmond Public Schools
Richmond, Virginia
08.2023 - Current
- Directed credit-recovery implementation for 100+ students using the Edgenuity platform, overseeing enrollment, progress monitoring, and academic advising to accelerate credit attainment and graduation readiness.
- Provided instructional support and coaching to content teachers on curriculum implementation and classroom management to strengthen instructional effectiveness.
- Strengthened stakeholder engagement by facilitating clear communication among families, staff, and administration to support student success and community partnerships.
- Led collaborative meetings with staff and stakeholders to share program updates, address concerns, and align on solutions that improved program effectiveness.
- Managed and maintained student progress and participation data, ensuring accurate records to inform decision-making and support academic achievement.
Exceptional Education Teacher
Richmond Public Schools
Richmond, Virginia
08.2003 - 08.2024
- Managed special education case services for students with disabilities, developing and implementing IEPs, behavior intervention plans, and targeted instructional supports to drive measurable academic growth.
- Delivered differentiated and data-informed instruction in both self-contained and inclusive settings, using varied strategies to support diverse learning needs and improve student outcomes.
- Led multidisciplinary collaboration and compliance processes, facilitating IEP, manifestation, and child study meetings while ensuring adherence to special education regulations.
- Partnered with families and educators through conferences, consultations, and ongoing communication to strengthen student support systems and advance progress toward IEP goals.
- Analyzed student records and assessment data to guide placement decisions, monitor progress, and administer state and local assessments to ensure accountability and program effectiveness.
Education
Ed. D. - Educ. Leadership: Administration And Supervision
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA07-2025
M. Ed. - Exceptional Education
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Sciences And Disorders
Hampton University
Hampton, VA12-1998
Skills
- Test data management
- Test security
- Data analysis
- Intervention strategies
- Training delivery
- Training and coaching
Leadership and Program Management
- Directed academic intervention and youth development programs improving student engagement and academic support access.
- Led instructional initiatives and departmental planning to strengthen curriculum alignment and student achievement.
- Supervised educators, volunteers, and program staff while ensuring program fidelity and operational accountability.
- Analyzed student performance data to guide instructional improvements and intervention strategies.
- Facilitated professional learning communities and cross-functional collaboration among teachers, counselors, and administrators.
- Managed program operations including scheduling, staffing recommendations, and resource allocation.
Timeline
School Testing Coordinator
Richmond Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Intervention Specialist
Richmond Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Edgenuity Site-Based Coordinator
Richmond Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Exceptional Education Teacher
Richmond Public Schools
08.2003 - 08.2024
Ed. D. - Educ. Leadership: Administration And Supervision
Liberty University
M. Ed. - Exceptional Education
Virginia State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Sciences And Disorders
Hampton University