Gabrielle Johnson, Ed.D.
Sterling Heights
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 15 years of experience, passionate educational leader, and committed student advocate. Expertise in curriculum development, team leadership, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Skilled in implementing innovative teaching strategies, improving student outcomes, and collaborating with stakeholders to create a positive school culture. Proven track record in educational administration, successfully advancing district initiatives through strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and effective resource allocation. Committed to continuous professional growth and adapting to evolving educational landscapes to ensure the best possible outcomes for all students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director- Literacy Support & Intervention
Detroit Public School Community District
01.2023 - Current
- Support the development of district curriculum, guidance documents, and pacing guidelines that align with state standards and the vision for excellent instruction
- Monitor progress toward student achievement targets for ELA/Literacy in alignment with school improvement plans
- Develop memos and draft communication as it pertains to district initiatives and curriculum and instruction projects
- Execute assigned project plans and events adhering to project plan timelines
- Ensure compliance with district policies and protocols as they relate to partnerships, programming, and professional development
- Monitor and review existing and potential programs to ensure they are aligned with the district's mission and vision
- Support school-based staff with executing the vision for excellent instruction
- Maintain thorough records and documentation of work on assigned projects and school support
- Manage and support community partners and stakeholder initiatives
- This includes but is not limited to attending meetings and district and non-district-sponsored events, which may take place before, during, or after the workday
- Developed initiatives to support staff with the execution of the district curriculum
- Develop data systems (Power BI) to collect and analyze the effectiveness of programming
- Support ELA/Literacy Training and Support Coordinators and school support personnel in implementing targeted school support strategies
- Develop and execute professional development.
Curriculum Leader- Literacy Support & Intervention
Detroit Public School Community District
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Support the development of district curriculum, guidance documents, and pacing guidelines that are in alignment with state standards and vision for excellent instruction
- Monitor progress toward student achievement targets for ELA/Literacy in alignment with school improvement plans
- Develop memos and draft communication as it pertains to district initiatives and curriculum and instruction projects
- Execute assigned project plans and events adhering to project plan timelines
- Ensure compliance with district policies and protocols as they relate to partnerships, programming, and professional development
- Monitor and review existing and potential programs to ensure they are aligned with the district's mission and vision
- Support school-based staff with executing the vision for excellent instruction
- Develop and execute professional development
- Maintain thorough records and documentation of work on assigned projects and school support
- Communicate with community partners and stakeholders
- This includes but is not limited to attending meetings and district and non-district-sponsored events, which may take place before, during, or after the workday
- Developed initiatives to support staff with the execution of the district curriculum
- Develop data systems to collect and analyze the effectiveness of programming
- Support ELA/Literacy Training and Support Coordinators and school support personnel in implementing targeted school support strategies.
5th & 6th Grade Reading Interventionist
Owen Intermediate - Van Buren School District
05.2017 - 09.2020
- Instruct, design and develop 5th-grade curriculum programs to meet the academic, intellectual, and social needs of students
- Assess students’ performance utilizing the NWEA learning continuum, as well as keep anecdotal records, student-teacher conferencing, checklist, and student portfolios
- Collaborate actively with school administrators, classroom teachers, and instructional coaches
- Plan professional development for staff to improve instructional practice
- Provide, deliver and participate in current data-based building processes and related professional development
- Provide leadership, support, and assistance to classroom teachers in the implementation of research-based best practices in math and reading instruction
- Create lesson plans, aligned with Common Core State Standards, to guide instruction through formative assessment and differentiation
- Maintain a safe, organized classroom that supports students’ independent learning, collaboration, and choice.
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Lincoln King Charter Academy
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Instructed, designed and developed 5th-grade curriculum and programs to meet the academic, intellectual, and social needs of students
- Assessed students’ performance utilizing the NWEA learning continuum, maintained anecdotal records, checklist, and student portfolios, and conducted student-teacher conferences
- Created lesson plans, aligned with Common Core State Standards, which guided instruction through formative assessment and differentiation.
Reading Specialist K-3
Flagship Charter Academy
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Assessed students using a variety of measures to determine appropriate placement and specific instructional needs
- Provided quality and intensive instructional support services to students who were identified as eligible for intervention services
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to create and execute individual intervention plans for student’s success
- Rendered leadership as a resource to other educators, parents, and the community
- Presented professional development for teachers in various instructional programs and practices.
3rd Grade Teacher
Flagship Charter Academy
02.2016 - 06.2016
- Instructed 3rd-grade curriculum, designing and developing programs to meet the academic, intellectual, and social needs of students
- Provided ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Technology, and Character Education lessons using differentiated instruction
- Assessed students’ performance utilizing the NWEA learning continuum, as well as keeping anecdotal records, student-teacher conferencing, checklist, and student portfolios.
Intervention Coach/Academic Specialist
Flagship Charter Academy
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Created and managed the schedule of paraprofessionals and academic specialists
- Provided leadership as a resource to other educators, parents, and the community
- Presented professional development for teachers in various instructional programs and practice
- Worked cooperatively and collaboratively with other professionals in planning programs to meet the need of a diverse population of learners
- Modeled and coached instructional methods in a variety of settings (whole group and small group) and provided follow-up support
- Collaborated with and coached teachers on the use of assessment data to plan instruction; analyzed school literacy data and plan for future literacy needs
- Coordinated and facilitated monthly meetings for paraprofessionals and academic specialists
- Analyzed reading and math data using the progress monitoring tool, EasyCBM
- Provided direct instruction in the areas of reading and math for identified groups and individual students, with an emphasis on emergent, beginning, and transitional readers.
Reading Specialist 3rd- 8th
Flagship Charter Academy
09.2014 - 02.2015
- Assessed students using a variety of measures to determine appropriate placement and specific instructional needs
- Provided quality and intensive instructional support services to students who were identified as eligible for intervention services
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to create and execute individual intervention plans for student’s success
- Provided leadership as a resource to other educators, parents, and the community.
Music Teacher
Brookfield Academy
05.2008 - 08.2014
- Developed music curriculum for Preschool to 5th grade
- Instructed general music- Preschool to 5th grade
- Taught choir and beginners band
- Directed and prepared concerts and programs.
Education
Doctor of Education - Leadership For Organizations
University of Dayton
08.2024
Master of Arts - Teaching Elementary Education
Oakland University
05.2016
Master of Arts - Teaching Reading And Language Arts
Oakland University
05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Oakland University
05.2008
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Data Analysis
- Meeting facilitation
- Program coordination
- Staff Management
- Team Operations
- Budgeting expertise
- Staff Development
- Project Management
Certification
- Elementary K-5 all subjects (K-8 All subjects in the self-contained classroom) (ZG)
- Reading Specialist (BR) K-12
- Music Education (JQ) K-12
Timeline
Assistant Director- Literacy Support & Intervention
Detroit Public School Community District
01.2023 - Current
Curriculum Leader- Literacy Support & Intervention
Detroit Public School Community District
09.2020 - 01.2023
5th & 6th Grade Reading Interventionist
Owen Intermediate - Van Buren School District
05.2017 - 09.2020
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Lincoln King Charter Academy
08.2016 - 05.2017
Reading Specialist K-3
Flagship Charter Academy
04.2016 - 08.2016
3rd Grade Teacher
Flagship Charter Academy
02.2016 - 06.2016
Intervention Coach/Academic Specialist
Flagship Charter Academy
09.2015 - 06.2016
Reading Specialist 3rd- 8th
Flagship Charter Academy
09.2014 - 02.2015
Music Teacher
Brookfield Academy
05.2008 - 08.2014
Doctor of Education - Leadership For Organizations
University of Dayton
Master of Arts - Teaching Elementary Education
Oakland University
Master of Arts - Teaching Reading And Language Arts
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Oakland University
- Elementary K-5 all subjects (K-8 All subjects in the self-contained classroom) (ZG)
- Reading Specialist (BR) K-12
- Music Education (JQ) K-12
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