Ebonyv N. Lawhorn
Rochester,NY
Summary
Transformative Instructional Leader with extensive experience enhancing teaching and learning for grades 5–8 through strategic coaching and curriculum alignment. Proven expertise in leading teams to develop rigorous, standards-aligned practices and fostering collaborative cultures that prioritize student achievement. Committed to advancing instructional quality and supporting teacher growth while ensuring effective implementation of academic priorities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
English Department Chair
Uncommon Schools
Rochester, New York
07.2025 - Current
INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER FELLOW
UNCOMMON SCHOOLS ROCHESTER PREP
Rochester, New York
07.2025 - Current
- Facilitated professional development workshops for educators across multiple disciplines.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align curriculum with educational standards, enhancing instructional quality across disciplines.
- Mentored new teachers, improving classroom management and instructional techniques for better student engagement.
- Conducted classroom observations, delivering constructive feedback to teachers that refined instructional practices.
- Analyzed instructional data to inform teaching methods and improve learning outcomes.
- Implemented technology tools to support innovative teaching practices in the classroom.
- Coordinated assessment processes to evaluate student learning and instructional effectiveness.
- Conducted assessments of student achievement, identified areas of improvement, and developed strategies for addressing these issues.
- Analyzed data from various sources, including standardized tests, classroom assessments, and observations, to identify trends in student performance.
LEAD 5TH GRADE ELA TEACHER
UNCOMMON SCHOOLS ROCHESTER PREP
01.2017 - Current
- Achieved top 5th grade ELA teacher recognition in region and organization over 3+ years, consistently elevating student achievement scores on interim assessments.
- Instruct students using a variety of effective teaching strategies such as gradual release, scaffolding, differentiation, and small group instruction.
- Assess students’ progress using daily formative assessments, weekly/bi-weekly summative assessments, and quarterly benchmarks.
- Use assessment data to provide real time feedback during classroom instruction.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and stakeholders, enhancing school community and support.
- Follow and implement the school wide behavior plan.
- Co-wrote articles for Uncommon Sense Blog, providing insights to educators on building writing skills through culturally responsive feedback.
ELA CURRICULUM REVISION WORKING GROUP
UNCOMMON SCHOOLS ROCHESTER PREP
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Review of current scope and sequence and curriculum
- Updated novel selections to meet curriculum standards and enhance teaching relevance.
- Created lesson plans for teachers based on analysis of previous data and survey feedback.
Education
Ed.S - Instructional Design & Technology
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Lynchburg, VA07-2026
Masters in Teaching - Middle Childhood Education ELA (5-9)
RELAY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
New York, NY08-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
THE COLLEGE AT BROCKPORT SUNY
Rochester, NY05-2017
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Instructional design
- Assessment design
- Student assessment
- Teaching strategies
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Data analysis
- Instructional leadership
- Effective communication
- Oral communication
- Mentorship and coaching
- Interpersonal skills
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
English Department Chair
Uncommon Schools
07.2025 - Current
INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER FELLOW
UNCOMMON SCHOOLS ROCHESTER PREP
07.2025 - Current
ELA CURRICULUM REVISION WORKING GROUP
UNCOMMON SCHOOLS ROCHESTER PREP
01.2020 - 01.2021
LEAD 5TH GRADE ELA TEACHER
UNCOMMON SCHOOLS ROCHESTER PREP
01.2017 - Current
Ed.S - Instructional Design & Technology
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Masters in Teaching - Middle Childhood Education ELA (5-9)
RELAY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
THE COLLEGE AT BROCKPORT SUNY