Ginger Lipscomb
Chesnee,SC
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at Cherokee County School District, specializing in curriculum development and instructional leadership. Proven track record in mentoring teachers and enhancing student performance through data analysis. Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes academic excellence and effective classroom management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Cherokee County School District - Hickory Flat Elementary
Gaffney, SC
07.2018 - 12.2024
- Met and listened to student concerns to encourage, guide, and assist, resulting in improved academics.
- Observed teaching methods and examined learning materials to determine areas needing improvement.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Enforced school rules for attendance, discipline and honesty.
- Informed students and parents of policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.
- Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff.
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Observed teachers under classroom conditions to track professional abilities and identify areas in need of improvement.
- Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
Assistant Principal
Cherokee County School District - Hickory Flat Elementary
Gaffney, SC
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Observed teaching methods and examined learning materials to determine areas needing improvement.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Analyzed data collected from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement in instruction or curriculum design.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by staff members during school events.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators and parents regarding student performance issues.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies and student behavior or learning problems.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
Literacy Coach
Cherokee County School District - Hickory Flat Elementary
Gaffney, SC
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Consulted with classroom teachers to develop strategies to help children excel at reading.
- Communicated student progress to parents and teachers through written progress reports and direct conversations.
- Reviewed class materials and discussed reading assignments, boosting comprehension.
- Presented summaries of research studies pertaining specifically towards increasing knowledge amongst educators about new developments within the field of Literacy Instruction.
- Created educational materials according to lesson plans and school programs.
- Recommended supplementary books, software, and other learning materials.
- Analyzed data from assessments such as reading and writing proficiency tests, benchmark assessments, and other formal measures of student progress in order to inform instructional decisions related to literacy instruction.
Literacy Coach
Spartanburg School District 2
Boiling Springs, SC
08.2006 - 06.2014
- Worked with special education staff members to ensure appropriate accommodations were provided for students receiving specialized services related to literacy instruction.
- Consulted with classroom teachers to develop strategies to help children excel at reading.
- Communicated student progress to parents and teachers through written progress reports and direct conversations.
- Reviewed class materials and discussed reading assignments, boosting comprehension.
- Presented summaries of research studies pertaining specifically towards increasing knowledge amongst educators about new developments within the field of Literacy Instruction.
- Created educational materials according to lesson plans and school programs.
- Recommended supplementary books, software, and other learning materials.
- Analyzed data from assessments such as reading and writing proficiency tests, benchmark assessments, and other formal measures of student progress in order to inform instructional decisions related to literacy instruction.
- Guided students, teaching methods for working assignments and determining correct solutions.
Teacher
Spartanburg School District 2
Boiling Springs, SC
08.2003 - 07.2006
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
Teacher
Cherokee County School District - Hickory Flat Elementary
Gaffney, SC
08.1998 - 06.2003
Education
Master of Arts - Leadership And Supervision
Converse University
Spartanburg, SC05-2010
Master of Arts - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Converse University
Spartanburg, SC05-1997
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-1988
High School Diploma -
Gaffney High School
Gaffney, SC06-1984
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Instructional leadership
- Classroom management
- Policy development
- Teacher mentoring
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Principal
Cherokee County School District - Hickory Flat Elementary
07.2018 - 12.2024
Assistant Principal
Cherokee County School District - Hickory Flat Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2018
Literacy Coach
Cherokee County School District - Hickory Flat Elementary
08.2014 - 06.2015
Literacy Coach
Spartanburg School District 2
08.2006 - 06.2014
Teacher
Spartanburg School District 2
08.2003 - 07.2006
Teacher
Cherokee County School District - Hickory Flat Elementary
08.1998 - 06.2003
Master of Arts - Leadership And Supervision
Converse University
Master of Arts - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Converse University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of South Carolina
High School Diploma -
Gaffney High School
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