Janette Tarbell
Instructional Coach and Curriculum Developer
Canyon Lake,TX
Summary
Innovative curriculum developer and instructional coach with extensive experience in creating engaging, standards-based educational content and leading cross-functional teams. With 4+ years of experience in curriculum development, I excel at designing training materials for diverse learning environments, including instructor-led materials, e-learning modules, and online tutorials. While specializing in ELAR education, I am adept at collaborating with subject matter experts to produce technical content that leverages data analytics and emerging technologies. My background as a business owner and CFO strengthens my ability to manage complex projects, drive organizational improvements, and ensure that training aligns with industry needs. Proficient in applying adult learning principles to curriculum design and development, I am ready to transfer my expertise to the technical industry. Additionally, I bring experience in eLearning development tools like Articulate Storyline, and I am eager to expand my skills in cloud-based technologies and programming languages.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
Educator/PLC Leader
School of Science & Technology
01.2024 - Current
- Develop and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons for 8th-grade English Language Arts, focusing on reading comprehension, literary analysis, writing, and grammar skills
- Lead weekly PLC meetings for the 7th-12th grade ELAR team, fostering a collaborative environment where teachers share best practices, analyze data, and develop strategies for student success
- Use formative and summative assessment data to track student progress, identify learning gaps, and adjust instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Provide ongoing professional development for colleagues, including training on instructional strategies, assessment techniques, and the integration of technology in the classroom
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Differentiation
- Collaboration & Communication
- Standards Alignment
- Professional Development
- Data Analysis
- Mentorship & Support
Freelance Writer and Consultant
DIGITAL WORDSMITHS
01.2021 - Current
- Developed social media content based on clients’ needs
- Managed, monitored, and engaged social media communities
- Composed and edited documents according to client parameters, including data-driven reports
- Used adult learning theory to compose and edit assessment items for online university e-learning programs
- Created brand stories
- Created assessment items using the client’s format and Bloom’s Taxonomy for universities including WGU
- Developed speeches, articles, and blog posts based on client priorities
- Wrote engaging and relevant course descriptions for e-learning courses
- Developed an e-learning course on credit repair including daily assignments to monitor and complete the process
Educator/Instructor
AUSTIN ISD
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Directed instructional design, training, and outreach for Alternative Learning Center, customizing content for unique needs of a diverse student population
- Selected course materials based on relevancy and appropriateness for ELA program
- Collaborated with counseling teams, administrators, and external parties to support growth efforts and progress
- Created informal behavioral modification programs for students and monitored progress
- Maintained trust and rapport via remote instructional tools due to COVID-19 pandemic, identifying tactics for sustaining engagement from virtual environment
Director of Finance & Marketing
5J CUSTOM DESIGNS/SIERRA SANITARY WELDING
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Managed content creation, marketing strategy, social media outreach, digital communications, and web development for two companies
- Conducted market research and analysis to create marketing strategy
- Oversaw finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and tax reporting
- Submitted IRS documentation in compliance with regulations
- Monitored Workers’ Compensation
- Participated in insurance and IRS audits
- Administered payroll and managed human resources for both businesses
- Partnered with business owner on launching one retail and one service business serving varied customer base
- Wrote and facilitated training programs, including managing safety training to ensure compliance with OSHA
- Applied adult learning theory and principles to build self-guided safety program in Adobe Captivate
- Directed a team of 10, including monitoring workflow and quality control for projects
- Performed needs analysis that uncovered a major gap in safety and OSHA training; designed training improvements that reduced safety issues by 50%
Program Lead/Instructor
GREEN ACRES MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Led instructional design, training and instruction, content development, recordkeeping, and outreach for ELA and tiered intervention programs serving diverse student populations
- Assessed data and identified solutions to improve performance based on trends
- Wrote pacing guides and assessments to create consistency across grade level for ELA
- Integrated best practices into instruction
- Led grade-level department planning meetings creating data-driven pathways to achieve objectives
- Directed operations and strategy for Credit Recovery Program, including monitoring progress and compliance for 100 participants and supporting team of employees
- Leveraged technology to improve engagement, support virtual learning models, and increase overall participation
- Managed afterschool and extracurricular activities to increase student engagement in schoolwide community
- Created coursework in an online LMS to facilitate a smooth transition during Covid (Canvas)
- Exited 80% CELDT level 3-4 students from ELD program
Department Chair
WOODLAKE USD
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Guided strategy, performance, and best practices integration as member of District Leadership Team
- Coached and mentored 3-5 staff members through formal training, professional training, and one-on-one feedback sessions, to ensure adherence to performance standards
- Developed ELA instructional materials and curriculum
- Led sourcing and selection of texts for English/Language Arts program
- Led professional development sessions
- Facilitated training sessions that improved scores for team by more than 20%, empowering staff to deliver results
- Cultivated a culture of collaboration and accountability, working in tandem to design consistent SOPs and systems
- Played vital role in organizational transformation projects, such as rollout of new programs and systems, which resulted in 80-90% attainment of standards across the department
- Refined department operations and built systems, standards, and materials to create a consistent, cohesive vision for all educators that included alignment with state standards and schoolwide expectations
- Collaboratively created the district’s first standards-based report card and intervention program
- Single-handedly drafted and edited district ELA benchmarks for middle school grades 6-8
Education
Master of Arts - Organizational Learning Technology
Texas A&M
Commerce, TX12-2025
Master of Arts - Administrative Services
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA05-2006
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Data-driven Instruction
- Instructional Leadership
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teaching strategies
- Curriculum Development
- Professional Learning Communities
- Understanding by Design
Certification
- Administrator Credential (Tier 1) State of California 2011
- Teaching Certification (Multiple Subjects/English) State of California 2006
- Teaching Certification (Multiple Subjects/English) State of Texas 2020
- Conflict Management
- Foundations of Learning Management Systems
- Teacher Leader in EL Secondary Schools
- Cognitive Coaching
- Servant Leadership
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Affiliations
- NEA
- CHADD
- Chicktime
Interests
Word working
Crafting
Outdoor activities
Work Preference
Important To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsCompany CultureTimeline
Educator/PLC Leader
School of Science & Technology
01.2024 - Current
Freelance Writer and Consultant
DIGITAL WORDSMITHS
01.2021 - Current
Educator/Instructor
AUSTIN ISD
01.2020 - 01.2021
Director of Finance & Marketing
5J CUSTOM DESIGNS/SIERRA SANITARY WELDING
01.2013 - 01.2019
Program Lead/Instructor
GREEN ACRES MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2012 - 01.2013
Department Chair
WOODLAKE USD
01.2007 - 01.2012
Master of Arts - Organizational Learning Technology
Texas A&M
Master of Arts - Administrative Services
Fresno Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Fresno