Emily Oelz
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, excelling in instructional coaching and data analysis. Proven track record of enhancing student outcomes through targeted professional development and differentiated instruction. Adept at fostering collaboration among educators to implement effective engagement strategies and drive continuous improvement in teaching practices.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd-5th Grade Academic Facilitator/Master Teacher
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, NC
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitated grade-level planning aligned with district and school objectives.
- Conducted standard unpacking and assessment analysis to improve instructional effectiveness.
- Led data dives (DIBELS, i-Ready, MVPA, NWEA MAP) to shape instructional strategies.
- Coached teachers through lesson modeling, feedback provision, and regular meetings.
- Oversaw Multi-Tiered System of Support to enhance core instruction based on benchmark data.
- Assessed intervention implementation for students needing supplemental or intensive support.
- Observed classrooms to identify improvement opportunities and recommend effective teaching strategies.
- Facilitated professional development workshops on engagement strategies and technology tools.
Kindergarten-5th Grade Academic Facilitator
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, NC
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Fostered positive relationships among administration, staff, parents, and community stakeholders.
- Analyzed assessment results and recommended instructional adjustments based on data insights.
- Supported grade-level planning by organizing and implementing EL and Envisions curriculums.
- Advised teachers on differentiated instruction using CMS Standard Treatment Protocol and PACE toolkit.
- Conducted classroom observations and provided actionable feedback for instructional improvement.
- Monitored student intervention progress while collaborating with counselors and psychologists.
- Planned and monitored professional development focused on Science of Reading methodologies.
5th Grade General Education Teacher
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, NC
08.2013 - 12.2020
- Planned and implemented lessons in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies aligned with state standards.
- Served as team lead for three years, contributing to District ILT for one year and Paideia Leadership Team for two years.
- Led School Improvement Team to enhance educational outcomes for one year.
- Implemented CMS Reading Units of Study and EL Curriculum to improve literacy instruction.
- Directed planning of Reading and Writing Workshops to optimize instructional delivery.
- Guided 4th and 5th grade educators in utilizing Fountas and Pinnell Benchmarking Kits for student progress monitoring.
- Developed writing plans and rubrics to support students through the writing process.
- Analyzed MAP, Cycle/Quarter Test, and Fountas and Pinnell data to inform instructional strategies, including vocabulary instruction.
3rd-5th Grade Lead Teacher
Cabarrus County Schools
Concord, NC
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Coached teachers on instructional practices, improving student learning outcomes.
- Delivered professional development sessions on Reader’s Workshop and Balanced Literacy.
- Modeled Balanced Literacy lessons and facilitated lesson planning with Lucy Calkins Curricular Plan.
- Led second-grade Professional Learning Community meetings to foster collaborative teaching strategies.
- Administered benchmark assessments (AIMSweb) and End of Grade Tests to evaluate student progress.
- Collaborated with Multi-Tiered System of Support team to analyze student progress data.
- Guided teachers in data analysis and implementation of Response to Intervention strategies.
- Trained Title I tutors to deliver Tier 3 interventions in reading, writing, and math.
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
Cabarrus County Schools
Concord, NC
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
- Differentiated instruction for gifted students and those with disabilities.
- Utilized RtI and AIMSweb data to monitor student progress and tailor interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and administer common formative assessments.
- Served as Grade Level Chair for two consecutive years.
- Participated on School Improvement Team for two consecutive years.
2nd grade teacher
Cabarrus County Schools
Concord, NC
01.2006 - 01.2007
2nd grade teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, NC
01.2005 - 01.2006
3rd grade teacher
Fayette County Schools
Lexington, KY
01.2004 - 01.2005
Education
Masters - Reading Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
01.2010
Bachelors - Elementary Education
University of Kentucky
01.2004
Skills
- Instructional coaching
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Engagement strategies
- Professional development
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- National Boards for Professional Teaching Standards, 2011, 2020
- Literacy: Reading-Language Arts/Early and Middle Childhood
- Reading Education K-12
- Elementary Education K-6
- Accepted into the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Literacy Facilitator Pool, 11/01/12
References
- Kelly Dowdy, Principal, Elon Park Elementary, 704-451-0126, Kelly was the assistant principal at Beverly Woods.
- Lisa Moore, Former Assistant Principal of Instruction, Carl A. Furr Elementary, 980-521-8063, Lisa was the assistant principal who I worked under as a teacher and a Lead Teacher.
- Anna Taylor, Former K-2 Lead Teacher, 704-996-4414, Anna was the K-2 Lead Teacher who I worked closely with as the 3-5 Lead Teacher.
Professional Development Training
- LETRS
- Paideia
- Notice and Note
- Reading 3D
- Reading Foundations
- Response to Intervention
- Common Core
- Balanced Literacy
- Fountas and Pinnell Reading Assessments
- Writer’s Workshop
- Reader’s Workshop
Timeline
3rd-5th Grade Academic Facilitator/Master Teacher
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
06.2023 - Current
Kindergarten-5th Grade Academic Facilitator
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
12.2020 - 06.2023
5th Grade General Education Teacher
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
08.2013 - 12.2020
3rd-5th Grade Lead Teacher
Cabarrus County Schools
01.2011 - 01.2013
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
Cabarrus County Schools
01.2007 - 01.2011
2nd grade teacher
Cabarrus County Schools
01.2006 - 01.2007
2nd grade teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
01.2005 - 01.2006
3rd grade teacher
Fayette County Schools
01.2004 - 01.2005
Masters - Reading Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Bachelors - Elementary Education
University of Kentucky
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