Strategic instructional facilitator specializing in curriculum development and data-informed decision making. Designs and delivers professional development programs that enhance educational effectiveness and foster stakeholder collaboration. Experienced in training and mentoring teachers while leveraging technology to create impactful learning experiences. Focused on promoting professional growth within educational environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, North Carolina
08.1997 - Current
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff to foster a supportive learning environment.
Coordinated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lessons that promote comprehensive understanding of subject matter.
Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
Implemented technology-based learning tools to actively engage students and improve classroom instruction.
Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Instructional Facilitator
Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, North Carolina
08.1997 - Current
Developed districtwide curriculum and training resources to improve educational outcomes.
Designed and developed professional development programs for teachers throughout Wake County.
Facilitated monthly department meetings to coordinate staff training in alignment with organizational goals.
Mentored new teachers, providing performance feedback and guiding growth plans for professional development.
Supervised student teachers, onboarding them to meet organizational standards and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education 6th-9th Grade Language Art
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
05-1997
Skills
Curriculum design and training
Instructional strategies
Project management expertise
Mentorship and coaching
Onboarding and employee engagement
Facilitation and communication skills
Collaboration with stakeholders
Data-informed decision making
Integration of technology
Designing assessments
Management of classrooms
Delivery of instruction
Growth in professionalism
Certification
North Carolina Teaching License (Renewed in June 2025)
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year Finalist 2011, 2012, 2013, 2022, 2023, 2025
Affiliations
Member of the Superintendent's Teacher Advisory Council Team (2011-2013; 2022-2023) Social Studies Content and Curriculum Writer for WCPSS Student Council Advisor (2011-2014) Certified Mentor Teacher WCPSS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
08.1997 - Current
Instructional Facilitator
Wake County Public Schools
08.1997 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education 6th-9th Grade Language Art