Erica Pierce
Summary
Passionate about fostering thriving educational communities, I am driven to empower instructional coaches and educators through personalized support, reflective practices, and professional development. Committed to equity and belonging, I create impactful spaces where teaching and learning excel, driving meaningful outcomes for students and educators.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach
Basswood, Birch Grove, Elm Creek
08.2022 - Current
- Coached licensed staff to improve practices through reflective conversations
- Training in Cognitive Coaching, Catalyst Coaching, NUA Coaching, and Restorative Practices
- IC Work Groups: Rubric Update, Form A & C Update, Belonging PLT Planning, ATPPS Survey, Rollout Video, New Coach Training, Fall IC Training, CBS PLT, and New Teacher
- Co-created and delivered professional development for Harmony SEL, The Knowledge Gap, and Building Executive Functioning
Trainer for Educator Licensure Classes
Education Minnesota
02.2023 - Current
- Trainer for courses including Cultural Competency, American Indian History and Culture, English Learners, PBI Accommodations/Modifications, Dismantling Ableism, Introduction to Neurodiversity, and Developing a Student-Centered Mindset
- Facilitated Cultural Competency to members in Wilmar, April 2024, and English Learners to members at MEA, October 2024
Campground Manager
Oaks on the River Campground
03.2014 - 11.2022
- Managed a 42-site campground, including facilities, grounds, and financial operations.
- Certified Pool Operator, maintaining records per Minnesota Department of Health
- Established operating budget for camp and controlled expenditures.
6th Grade Teacher
Osseo Middle School
08.2015 - 08.2022
- Taught Science, Math, Art, and Tech Ed to 6th graders
- Prepared and implemented differentiated instruction for course curriculum and standards.
- Collaborated in PLTs using data to improve student outcomes
- Served on PBIS, Equity and as a Building Representative for EMO
- Additional training including: Creating a State of Algebrification, Digital Learning for All, and Google Apps for Teaching Hybrid Courses
- Curriculum Adoption Committees for Math, Science, and SEL
- Shifted to online and hybrid teaching models during the pandemic.
5th Grade, Kindergarten, Read 180 Teacher
Palmer Lake Elementary
08.2007 - 08.2015
- Developed and taught differentiated lessons based on curriculum and standards in various grade levels
- Collaborated in PLTs using data to improve student outcomes
- Served as Team Leader, PBIS Core Representative, and on the Building Language Arts Committee
- Additional Training: Responsive Classroom, ENVOY, SIOP Model for English Learners, PBIS Cohort 8, Mathematical Reasoning, Member Rights Advocate
Education
Master of Arts - Education
St. Catherine University
St. Paul, MN08.2019
STEM Certificate - undefined
St. Catherine University
St. Paul, MN06.2013
Second Major Certificate - Elementary Education with Middle School Mathematics Specialty
College of St. Catherine
St. Paul, MN06.2007
BS - Food Science, Nutrition, and Life Sciences
University of Minnesota
Twin Cities, MN06.1997
Skills
- Confident Humility
- Equity Mindset
- Detailed Systems Thinker
- Relationship Building
- Collaborative Partnerships
- Continuous improvement
- Data Driven
- Communication Excellence
- Creative and Strategic
- Credible and Approachable
- Continuous Improvement
- Technology Integration
Certification
Minnesota K-6 Elementary Education (5-8 Mathematics Specialty), #434462, 06/01/28
Accomplishments
- Academic Dean's List
- ETS Recognition of Excellence for Outstanding Scores: The Praxis Series: Principles of Learning and Teaching (Grades 5-9)
- Elementary Education: Content Knowledge
Timeline
Trainer for Educator Licensure Classes
Education Minnesota
02.2023 - Current
Instructional Coach
Basswood, Birch Grove, Elm Creek
08.2022 - Current
6th Grade Teacher
Osseo Middle School
08.2015 - 08.2022
Campground Manager
Oaks on the River Campground
03.2014 - 11.2022
5th Grade, Kindergarten, Read 180 Teacher
Palmer Lake Elementary
08.2007 - 08.2015
STEM Certificate - undefined
St. Catherine University
Minnesota K-6 Elementary Education (5-8 Mathematics Specialty), #434462, 06/01/28
Master of Arts - Education
St. Catherine University
Second Major Certificate - Elementary Education with Middle School Mathematics Specialty
College of St. Catherine
BS - Food Science, Nutrition, and Life Sciences
University of Minnesota
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