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Faylesha Porter

Faylesha Porter

Math Instructional Support Leader (Coach/Professional Development Leader/Trainer
Chicago,IL

Summary

Educational and organizational leader offering 20 years of career excellence. Professional Development Leader/trainer in best practices in math instruction and pedagogy to improve student and staff outcomes. Focused education professional with master's degree in administration and experience helping students and staff achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Instructional Support Leader

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
07.2017 - Current
  • Prepare and lead differentiated Professional Learning sessions based on school wide trends and data around Network initiatives and priorities
  • Share and explain professional learning resources and articles to build day - to - day instructional capacity of classroom teachers and school leadership, including pacing guides to support current curricula and leadership articles to support instructional best practices
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment including fast paced, ever changing environments.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing district, high profile projects from start to finish; leveraged team members and other stakeholders to assist with the project's success.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility especially in improving teacher and student outcomes.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new leadership, school foci, and school environments.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data analysis, examination, and reporting across many environments and stakeholders such as grade level team meetings, Instructional Leadership teams, administrators, and Instructional coaches to assist schools to create intentional action plans in response to student data.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks; sought assistance and guidance within my team and across other stakeholders when needed.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems to school administrators, team members and upper management.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications such as google suites
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance, including to newer team members
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.

Professional Development Facilitator/Trainer

Chicago Public Schools CPS
Chicago, IL
01.2006 - Current
  • Differentiated training methods based on school trends to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and expand student rigorous experiences across grade bands and schools
  • Communicated learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training evaluations to administrators and upper management.
  • Collaborated with other departments and team members to align training programs with network goals and objectives
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with stakeholders and suppliers
  • Developed google slides, notecatchers, self assessment guides, and sample lesson ideas for various administrator and teacher directed training courses
  • Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to administrators, teacher leaders, coaches, and teachers
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in instructional performance and student outcomes and develop targeted learning solutions
  • Facilitated Professional Learning/training in response to data trends, including observed teacher practice and instruction and assessed student outcomes

Project Coordinator, High School Algebra in the Middle Grades

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
06.2010 - 07.2017
  • Supervised a high profile, multi-dimensional project from start through delivery by prioritizing needs, leveraging stakeholders, and delegating assignments to create a robust Algebra Program for Middle School students.
  • Led a teacher team (in SY14) to create a rigorous Algebra Exit Exam aligned to the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics (CCSSM)
  • Created and posted guidance documents to support rigorous Algebra instruction
  • Collaborated with districtwide offices to increase equitable access in the number of STEM schools (by 75%) that offer High School Algebra to middle grades students especially in high need areas
  • Developed and co-facilitated Professional Learning where algebra teachers discussed and collaborated with colleagues around data trends and instructional implications
  • Expanded the number of certified algebra teachers to teach High School Algebra I in the Middle Grades through a partnership with our local universities (DePaul, University of Chicago, and University of Illinois at Chicago)
  • Organized the review, revision and presentation to senior leadership around the Math Tuition Board Report contract to support the allocation of funds for the Algebra University Coursework for Teacher Certification, impacting – since its inception – close to 48,000 students;
  • Facilitated local and state conference sessions around the development, implementation and progress of Chicago Public School’s High School Algebra I course for Middle Grades Students
  • Liaised with Blue Cross Blue Shield to develop a career networking event for high school students to increase the awareness of career opportunities in the fields of actuarial science and underwriting
  • Liaised between districtwide departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments, deadlines, and workflow adjustments
  • Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status around all aspects of the Algebra in the Middle Grades Project.
  • Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
  • Established positive rapport with all students and parents through phone calls and emails around Algebra Exit Exam results and supplemental coursework

Math Specialist, 6 – 8th, Algebra

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
09.2007 - 06.2010
  • Developed, facilitated, and supported job embedded professional learning for middle grades around rigorous instruction
  • Built leadership capacity with teachers and coaches using research-based tools, resources, and practices such as the TRU Framework (Teaching for Robust Understanding) to inform and support the district wide vision for high quality math instruction for 6th – high school mathematics
  • Collaborated with teachers to provide developmentally appropriate learning lessons and activities to ensure that students were prepared for upper grade mathematics
  • Established professional learning communities that allowed educators to participate, research, and learn challenging math concepts and innovative pedagogy that will help students thrive and learn
  • Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education
  • Administered and evaluated math assessments to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses and planned action steps to improve student outcomes
  • Facilitated professional learning sessions with administrators and teachers to maintain professional growth around best practices in education
  • Shared math resources and materials to boost instructors teaching effectiveness and student outcomes
  • Conducted class visits to ascertain the level of implementation of the content and strategies learned in recent district trainings
  • Conferred and worked with teachers to enhance student discourse and provide opportunities for students to persevere in problem solving and examine and explain strategies and solutions

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Administration With Type 75

Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
05.2013

Master of Arts - Instructional Leadership

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2005

Skills

  • Goal Setting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Professional Development Planning
  • Student Performance Data Analysis
  • Curriculum Development
  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Teaching and Learning Assessments
  • Academic Instruction
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Teacher Development

Professional Commitment

  • Lewis University Educational Leadership (Type 75) M.Ed.
  • University of Illinois at Chicago Instructional Leadership M.Ed.
  • DePaul University Mathematical Sciences B.S.

Affiliations

  • Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc;

- served as the assistant financial secretary

  • Member of National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc
  • Member of Compassion Baptist Church;

- served as the financial secretary;

- currently serves as a youth leader in children's ministry

  • Member of Southeast Calumet Heights Homeowners Association

- currently serves as the administrative assistant

Accomplishments

  • Achieved recognition for increase in the number of teachers who obtained Algebra Credentialing
  • Achieved recognition for increase in the number of students taking and passing the Algebra Exit Exam districtwide

Certification

  • Administration certification (Type 75)

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

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Timeline

Instructional Support Leader

Chicago Public Schools
07.2017 - Current

Project Coordinator, High School Algebra in the Middle Grades

Chicago Public Schools
06.2010 - 07.2017

Math Specialist, 6 – 8th, Algebra

Chicago Public Schools
09.2007 - 06.2010

Professional Development Facilitator/Trainer

Chicago Public Schools CPS
01.2006 - Current

Master of Arts - Educational Administration With Type 75

Lewis University

Master of Arts - Instructional Leadership

University of Illinois At Chicago

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