JENNIFER COTTER
Scarsdale,NY
Summary
Professional Instructional Coordinator with extensive experience in curriculum development, instructional design, and educational technology. Highly skilled in creating effective learning materials, assessing program effectiveness, and implementing improvements. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring adaptability to changing needs, and consistently delivering results. Trustworthy, reliable, and ready to make significant impact on educational programs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coordinator
East Ramapo Central School District
Spring Valley, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Led school-wide instructional improvement through formal observations and learning walks, delivering precise, actionable feedback that strengthened Tier 1 instruction and elevated student achievement.
- Designed and implemented differentiated coaching cycles (modeling, co-teaching, and feedback), building teacher capacity and improving instructional effectiveness across classrooms.
- Facilitated data-driven Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), guiding analysis of student performance to inform instruction, drive collaborative decision-making, and improve outcomes.
- Planned and delivered high-impact professional development aligned to school and district priorities, ensuring effective implementation of curriculum and instructional best practices.
- Oversaw implementation of core instructional programs, ensuring fidelity, rigor, and alignment across grade levels and content areas.
- Strengthened Tier 1 instruction and equitable practices by supporting differentiation and scaffolding for multilingual learners and diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with administration to develop and manage master schedules, PLC frameworks, and MTSS/AIS systems to maximize instructional time and student support.
- Coordinated school-wide instructional systems, including pacing calendars, assessment schedules, and data tracking tools, to ensure alignment, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Served as a liaison between building staff, leadership teams, and central office, ensuring clear communication and effective implementation of district initiatives.
- Fostered a positive, collaborative school culture through strong leadership presence, relationship-building, and consistent support of staff and students.
- Strengthened family engagement by developing and sharing curriculum-aligned resources, increasing transparency and support for student learning.
- Demonstrated professionalism and reflective leadership by seeking feedback, adapting practices, and contributing to ongoing school improvement efforts.
Unit Coordinator
New York City Department Of Education
Bronx, New York
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Supported administration in managing a large school site (145 students, 80 staff), ensuring smooth daily operations and alignment to school goals.
- Oversaw student safety and supervision across all parts of the school day, including arrival, transitions, meals, and dismissal.
- Coordinated student intake, scheduling, related services, and transition planning, ensuring compliance and effective programming for diverse learners.
- Managed staff coverage and scheduling while supporting leadership with operational systems, including Circular 6, transportation, and field trip coordination.
- Collaborated with families, staff, and service providers to address concerns, lead workshops, support IEP/SBST processes, and contribute to crisis response and overall school community engagement.
Special Education Teacher
New York City Department Of Education
Bronx, New York
09.2016 - 08.2025
- Successfully integrated students with autism and other disabilities (District 75) into ICT classrooms by implementing individualized supports and inclusive instructional practices.
- Designed and delivered differentiated, student-centered instruction—including project-based learning and technology integration—earning a Highly Effective rating on the Danielson rubric.
- Used formal and informal assessment data to drive instruction across whole group, small group, and individualized settings, including RTI and learning centers.
- Built strong relationships with students, families, and staff while implementing PBIS and behavior management plans to improve engagement, behavior, and overall student outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Concordia College
Bronxville, NY02-2001
Master of Science - Elementary Education/ Students With Disabilities
Concordia College
Bronxville, NYSchool Building/ District Leadership Certification - undefined
College of Saint Rose
Hastings, NYCertification
- School Building Leadership- Initial Certification
- School District Leadership - Professional Certification
- Students with Disabilities Elementary 1-6- Professional Certification
Timeline
Instructional Coordinator
East Ramapo Central School District
08.2025 - Current
Unit Coordinator
New York City Department Of Education
09.2024 - 08.2025
Special Education Teacher
New York City Department Of Education
09.2016 - 08.2025
Master of Science - Elementary Education/ Students With Disabilities
Concordia College
School Building/ District Leadership Certification - undefined
College of Saint Rose
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Concordia College