Education Coordinator skilled at researching, locating and coordinating educational technologies to facilitate virtual and in-person learning. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with proactive and resourceful disposition. Focused on maximizing effectiveness of classroom education with high-quality materials and instruction. Prepared to offer 13 years of professional experience in education to the role of Technology Integration Specialist.
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ELLEN BOYD
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Kids on the YardLos Angeles, CA
Education Coordinator
09.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Provided individualized education one-on-one and in pods - virtually and in-person, with students ages 3-12 yrs old.
- Increased reading assessment scores of 97% of reading-focused students through virtual and in-person teaching.
- Individually tutored more than 75 students in 3 years
- Managed curriculum for up to 20 educators across United States.
- Collected and analyzed company-wide student assessments to track progress.
- Planned and facilitated relevant, needs-based professional learning tools, resources and educational materials to enhance teaching skills including instructional technology
- Facilitated implementation of new curricula
- Collaborated with instructors to align teaching strategies to meet educational goals.
- Delivered training to staff and instructors on curriculum, documentation and instructional techniques.
- Point of contact for on-boarding of new educators.
- Facilitated technology integration in sessions with students preschool-12th grade by conducting teacher training sessions.
- Provided on-going, regularly scheduled mentorship for all tutors
Saint Paul's - Clearwater's Independent SchoolClearwater, FL
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
08.2016 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Created and maintained safe and structured learning environment for early learners
- Developed creative lesson plans and activities to support learning needs
- Attended professional development to continue to ensure best practice
- Kept open communication with students and families
- Adapted to new teaching expectations including abruptly moving to completely digital platform
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress
- Completed Apple Teacher certification as part of Apple Distinguished School
- Used technology to implement forward-thinking curriculum
- Proven track record for delivering excellent customer experiences to parents.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans
- Incorporated technology into classroom through use of interactive whiteboard, tablets, early coding tools, and digital learning platform (Seesaw).
- Assisted up to 20 students in homeroom classroom daily
St. George's Episcopal SchoolNew Orleans, LA
Kindergarten Teacher
09.2013 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Guided project-based investigations to include science and social studies curriculum
- Kept consistent communication with parents
- Planned individualized lessons
- Assisted in process of recognizing students that were in need of resources
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Attended educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence
- Worked closely with peers to devise and utilize advanced technology and smart boards.
- Pioneered and taught Gifted and Talented course that included use of early keyboarding skills in writing.
- Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
- Conducted specialty science classes for 1st and 2nd grade.
- Implemented Responsive Classroom as behavior management strategy
Victories In ServiceNew Orleans, LA
Academic Support/Administrative Assistant
06.2012 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided individual and group teaching to over 150 students to motivate and instill enthusiasm for learning.
- Led summer program groups of students to increase academic skills
- Planned and executed program-wide field trips, performances, and events
- Provided administrative support to founder by maintaining attendance records and budget plans
- Researched potential grants relevant to non-profit program
Virginia Beach City Public SchoolsVirginia Beach, VA
Substitute Teacher
08.2011 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Followed guidelines and instructions given by absentee teachers to facilitate lesson plans
- Continued flow of classroom without interruption of learning.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Flexibly worked within 10 schools within Virginia Beach School system
The Goddard SchoolChesapeake, VA
Lead Preschool Teacher
06.2010 - 06.2011
Job overview
- Responsible for creating developmentally appropriate lesson plans for students ages 3-4 yrs old
- Responsible for safety and well being of 20 students at any given time
- Required to maintain impeccable clean and organized classroom
- Recorded data about each student on daily basis in order to report information to parents
Education
Old Dominion University
Masters of Education
05.2012
University Overview
Old Dominion University
Bachelor's of Science from Early Childhood Education
12.2010
University Overview
Skills
- Teacher Training/Mentoring/Coaching
- Data Gathering and Analysis
- Educational Software
- Materials Coordination
- Learning Management System Proficiency
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Curriculum Coordination
- Strong Leadership
- Professional Development
- Instructional Technology
- Teaching Experience
- Technology Integration
- Ability To Effectively Communicate
- Curriculum and Lesson Planning
Certification
Virginia Teaching License Pending
Apple Teacher Certification
Timeline
Education Coordinator
Kids on the Yard
09.2020 - Current
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Saint Paul's - Clearwater's Independent School
08.2016 - 08.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
St. George's Episcopal School
09.2013 - 08.2016
Academic Support/Administrative Assistant
Victories In Service
06.2012 - 08.2015
Substitute Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2012
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School
06.2010 - 06.2011
Old Dominion University
Masters of Education
Old Dominion University
Bachelor's of Science from Early Childhood Education
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