Esther Emenogu, Ph.D.
Missouri City,Texas
Summary
A passionate, positive, and patient effective educational leader dedicated and committed to the academic achievement of all scholars. Devoted to developing the capacity of educators to acquire maximum potential and achieve shared team goals via meaningful collaboration. Accomplished instructional leader who holds high expectations for self and others.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Campus Assessment Coordinator
ELKINS HIGH SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated, planned, and supported school-wide intervention initiatives, remediation and tutorial programs and classes
- Boosted STAAR EOC Algebra I student test scores by 14% through the implementation of an individualized learning strategy
- Spearheaded all state and national assessments for over 2700 students
- Coordinated and implemented assessment protocols and procedures for state testing
- Maintained security of assessment materials while materials were in the building
- Prepared budget for all state and national assessment materials
- Assisted with analyzing state, national, and local assessment data as it relates to the campus, to the improvement of instruction, and student academic achievement
- Conducted data PLCs with instructional teams to review, analyze, and discuss assessment data to target the individual instructional needs of students
- Assisted with data collection and analysis associated with the Campus Improvement Plan
- Trained all campus leaders and staff on adequate testing administration and test security of state and national assessments
Administrative Intern
ELKINS HIGH SCHOOL
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Supported leadership team with campus instructional walkthroughs and evaluations focused on improving student academic outcomes
- Conducted professional development for campus leaders and teachers aimed at preparing them for integrating curriculum involving AVID WICOR strategies
- Assisted with interviewing and hiring innovative, hard-working, and optimistic educators
- Led, supervised, and planned campus new teacher orientation
- Assisted with training and supporting new teachers with district and campus policies, procedures, routines, and curriculum expectations
- Trained all staff on adequate implementation and documentation of accommodations for scholars served in 504, Special Education, and LEP programs
- Assisted with staff development centered on effective collaboration in PLCs to ensure increased learner outcomes
Adjunct Professor
HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
08.2016 - 08.2022
- Monthly PLCs with mathematics professors to discuss the curriculum and student learning outcomes
- Coordinated and planned Dual Credit College Algebra curriculum for face to face and virtual student learning experiences
- Developed course syllabi and calendars with pertinent information regarding course and departmental guidelines, instructional methods, assessment dates, course expectations, and instructor availability
- Integrated technology-based tools to instruct, engage, and meet the varied learning styles of students
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Algebra I and Algebra II Team Leader
ELKINS HIGH SCHOOL
08.2006 - 08.2022
- Hosted weekly PLC meetings, in which we reviewed and analyzed student data, instructional effectiveness of individual student achievement, and overall improvement of instruction
- Collaborated with the team to tailor and design lesson plans aligned with district curriculum standards and objectives
- Assisted instructional team with cultivating data-centered instructional plans to bolster individual student achievement and target areas of identified instructional needs
- Provided expertise regarding the design, plan, and delivery of mathematics professional learning experiences for students
- Championed a thriving and positive team where team building, growth, and trustworthiness were encouraged via appropriate praise and recognition
High School Teacher
ELKINS HIGH SCHOOL
08.2005 - 08.2022
- Taught Algebraic Reasoning, Algebra 1, Algebra 1 Pre-AP, Algebra 2, Calculus AB, and Calculus BC
- Increased STAAR EOC Algebra I scores by 25% and AP Calculus test scores by 10%
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students excel in the course
- Consistently evaluated student learning outcomes via formative and summative assessments
- Utilized data-driven decisions to drive instruction and identify appropriate remediation services
- Ensured the curriculum was fully comprehended and understood by all students and offered individualized assistance via weekly tutorials for students who needed additional guidance
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment to engage and support the academic needs of all students
- Kept abreast of technological advances in mathematics and adapted curriculum for individual, small group and remedial instruction to meet diverse needs of high school students
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning
Education
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
Houston, TXTEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Houston, TXHOUSTON BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
Houston, TXSkills
- Curricular Implementation
- Teacher Training
- Classroom Evaluations
- Staff Development
- Initiator and Innovator
- Continuous Professional Development
- Identifying and meeting the needs of diverse populations via strategic programming and key stakeholder partnerships
Professional Development Led Sessions
- September 2021 – February 2022: FBISD Student Ownership of Learning and Behavior Facilitator
- July 2019: Conference for the Advancement of Mathematics Teaching: Transforming Parent Functions through Desmos
- January 2018: Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts Conference: Strategies for Enhancing Reading Comprehension Skills to Solve Mathematical Word Problems of English Language Learners in grades 9-12
- September 2016: FBISD Classroom Management Professional Development
- January 2016: FBISD Questioning and Engagement Professional Development
- November 2015: FBISD Questioning and Engagement Professional Development
- January 2015: Elkins High School Staff Development: Fundamental Five
- December 2014: FBISD Teacher Observation Professional Development
- June 2014: FBISD Technology Conference: Clickers
- August 2013: Elkins High School Staff Development: Classroom Response System “Clickers”
- August 2012: Parent Informational Sessions for Freshmen Orientation
- August 2008: Elkins High School Staff Development: Classroom Management
Certifications
- November 2023: Principal as Instructional Leader (EC – 12)
- September 2023: T-TESS Appraiser
- September 2023: Advancing Educational Leadership
- August 2022: Leaders of Learning
- July 2021: TASSP - New Principal Academy
- July 2011: Gifted and Talented (K – 12)
- March 2006: Texas Educator of Mathematics (8 – 12)
Committees
- August 2022 – May 2023: Campus Planning Advisory Council Member
- August 2018 – August 2023: Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Member
- October 2016 – May 2017: FBISD/HCC Dual Credit Task Force Member
- August 2015 – May 2017: Gifted and Talented Committee Member
- August 2009 – May 2011: University of Houston/FBISD Secondary Mentor Teacher via teachHOUSTON
Professional Organization Sponsor
National Honor Society
- Managed a $10,000 budget for financial dealings of the members of the society including the deposits the students made into the account, annual payment of dues, supply purchases, and contracted services
- Oversaw the selection of eligible National Honor Society members and officers, monthly meetings, the confirmation of student volunteer activities, penalties for violating stipulated society rules and school procedures
- Supervised, planned, and coordinated the induction ceremony, the ceremony speakers, and ensured arrangements for building usage
- Established a cooperative relationship with the students, parents, and community
Professional Recognitions
November 2015: Elkins High School Teacher of the Year
May 2006: Rookie Teacher of the Fort Bend Independent School District
Microsoft 365 and Web Tools
- Microsoft 365 (Excel, Microsoft Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Word)
- Canvas
- Schoology
- Skyward
Timeline
Campus Assessment Coordinator
ELKINS HIGH SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
Administrative Intern
ELKINS HIGH SCHOOL
07.2022 - 12.2022
Adjunct Professor
HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
08.2016 - 08.2022
Algebra I and Algebra II Team Leader
ELKINS HIGH SCHOOL
08.2006 - 08.2022
High School Teacher
ELKINS HIGH SCHOOL
08.2005 - 08.2022
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
HOUSTON BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
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