Erin Murphy
Naples,FL
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven ability to cultivate positive relationships among faculty, students, and parents, enhancing learning environments both inside and outside the classroom. Expertise in promoting team collaboration and professional development within the Lower School has resulted in successful curriculum alignment across grade levels, innovative differentiated instruction methods, and effective strategies for fostering student academic and social-emotional growth. Recognized for reliability, empathy, and exceptional communication skills developed through diverse experiences as an administrator and educator. Committed to driving educational excellence through a collaborative and inclusive approach that empowers all stakeholders in the learning process.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lower School Curriculum Coordinator
The Village School of Naples
Naples, FL
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance instructional strategies and student engagement.
- Developed and implemented curriculum frameworks aligned with educational standards.
- Coordinated professional development workshops for educators to improve teaching effectiveness.
- Facilitated data analysis to assess student performance and inform curriculum adjustments.
- Collaborated with special education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations were provided for students with diverse learning needs.
- Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with educators and administrators to review and modify existing programs.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, utilizing results to inform targeted support strategies.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of curriculum implementation by analyzing student performance data and identifying areas for improvement.
- Evaluated educational materials for alignment with curricular goals and student needs.
Assistant Head of Lower School
The Village School of Naples
Naples, FL
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Facilitated communication between faculty, parents, and administration to enhance student support.
- Analyzed educational programs' effectiveness and recommended enhancements based on feedback and assessment data.
- Served as an intermediary between the Head of Department and staff members, addressing concerns and facilitating open communication channels.
- Enhanced team collaboration by implementing efficient communication strategies and organizing regular meetings.
- Implemented training programs for staff to improve instructional techniques and classroom management.
- Led initiatives that improved student performance through targeted academic support strategies.
Lower School ELA Department Chair
Ravenscroft School
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Built collaborative team of adults dedicated to joint attainment of Lower School ELA goals.
- Planned and executed professional development sessions for Lower School faculty.
- Observed, coached and mentored new teachers in ELA curriculum and administration of running records and assessment tools.
- Collaborated with faculty to implement innovative teaching strategies and improve instructional quality.
- Led curriculum development to enhance academic programs and foster student engagement.
First Grade Teacher
Ravenscroft School
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Fostered an environment with an emphasis on Social Emotional Learning, encouraging collaboration, communication, self-awareness and mindfulness.
Kindergarten Teacher
Ravenscroft School
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
Second Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Designed and implemented instruction across the curriculum.
- Differentiated instruction based on individual student needs.
- Created a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
- Assessed student progress using multiple methods.
- Collaborated with grade level team to plan lessons according to state and national standards.
- Communicated with parents regarding student progress.
Primary School Director
Marin Primary & Middle School
01.2008 - 06.2018
- Modeled appropriate leadership skills to support teachers, students and families.
- Developed partnerships with parents to meet student needs and goals, both academically and socially-emotionally.
- Continuously evaluated and adapted curriculum and assessments to ensure student achievement.
- Facilitated professional development experiences for teachers through implementation of quality curriculum training based on current trends in education.
- Encouraged teachers to take on leadership roles in the development of assessment, curriculum and best practices.
- Coordinated and oversaw comprehensive curriculum alignment across subject areas.
Reading Specialist/Classroom Teacher
The Children's School
07.2004 - 05.2008
- Observed and evaluated student academic and social emotional learning styles to ensure best practices.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Differentiated instruction based on formative and summative assessments.
- Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
First Grade Teacher
Westlawn Elementary School
08.2002 - 06.2004
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve them in the educational process.
- Stayed current in educational trends both in the school and district by attending professional development courses and in-service training.
- Differentiated instruction and materials to individualize for student learning styles and academic needs.
- Participated in appointed Reading Specialist Training Program with Reading Specialist Sponsor
Education
Master of Arts - Literacy Instruction/Reading Specialist Credential
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, VA2004
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA2001
Bachelor of Arts - English
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, VA1999
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Leadership & Coaching
- Departmental Supervision
- Recruitment & Hiring
- Workshop facilitation
- Professional development coordinator
- Community Engagement
- Strong written and verbal communicator
Accomplishments
- Teachers College Reading and Writing Project Reading Institute, June 2021
- Teachers College Reading and Writing Project Writing Institute, July 2021
- Workshop/Symposium Facilitator, International Literacy Association (ILA)
- Workshop Facilitator, California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
- Workshop Facilitator, California Teacher Development Collaborative (CATDC)
Timeline
Lower School Curriculum Coordinator
The Village School of Naples
07.2025 - Current
Assistant Head of Lower School
The Village School of Naples
08.2022 - 07.2025
Lower School ELA Department Chair
Ravenscroft School
08.2021 - 06.2023
First Grade Teacher
Ravenscroft School
08.2020 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Ravenscroft School
08.2019 - 06.2020
Second Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
10.2018 - 01.2019
Primary School Director
Marin Primary & Middle School
01.2008 - 06.2018
Reading Specialist/Classroom Teacher
The Children's School
07.2004 - 05.2008
First Grade Teacher
Westlawn Elementary School
08.2002 - 06.2004
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Master of Arts - Literacy Instruction/Reading Specialist Credential
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University