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Elizabeth (Beth) Drake

Little Rock,AR

Summary

Enthusiastic, highly skilled Math Instructional Coach adept at enhancing teaching through effective coaching and modeling of innovative strategies. Builds teacher capacity by developing strong content knowledge. Demonstrates strong leadership skills and professionalism in guiding teachers, administrators and curriculum teams.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Math Interventionist/Coaching Staff Member

PCSSD (Oak Grove Elementary)
North Little Rock, AR
10.2023 - Current
  • Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to engage students in the learning process, including hands-on activities, cooperative learning groups and technology based projects.
  • Assisted teachers with developing lesson plans that incorporated best practices in mathematics instruction.

Elementary Math Specialist/Coach

PCSSD (Daisy Bates, Sherwood, Sylvan Hills)
Little Rock/Sherwood, Arkansas
08.2002 - 05.2023
  • Facilitated professional development sessions for teachers focused on best practices related to teaching mathematics.
  • Supported administrators with school-wide initiatives related to improving math scores on standardized tests.
  • Analyzed data from assessment results to inform decisions about curriculum development and instruction planning.
  • Incorporated hands-on activities into math lessons to promote student engagement and understanding.
  • Demonstrated a variety of instructional strategies during team meetings and professional development workshops.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.

Elementary School Teacher

Osceola/PCSSD
Osceola/Little Rock, Arkansas
08.1989 - 05.2002
  • Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
  • Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
  • Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching

Harding University
Searcy, AR
05-2004

BBA - Marketing

UALR
Little Rock, AR
08-1976

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Modeling instructional strategies
  • Planning and leading professional development
  • Self motivation
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Professionalism
  • Active listening
  • Relationship building with staff, students, and leadership team
  • Content expertise
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Math Interventionist/Coaching Staff Member

PCSSD (Oak Grove Elementary)
10.2023 - Current

Elementary Math Specialist/Coach

PCSSD (Daisy Bates, Sherwood, Sylvan Hills)
08.2002 - 05.2023

Elementary School Teacher

Osceola/PCSSD
08.1989 - 05.2002

Master of Arts - Teaching

Harding University

BBA - Marketing

UALR

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Arkansas State University

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