John Carter
New York,NY
Summary
Organized and committed Leader with a history of adult development in a school setting. Skilled in creating goals and supporting workflows to arrive at the desired outcome. Strong ability in creating investment and finding solutions to support all stakeholders.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
KIPP Inquire Elementary School
03.2021 - Current
- Founded and set the vision, mission and values for KIPP Inquire Elementary in 2021.
- Led and managed the recruitment of a staff of 18 school based roles in 22-23 to 63 school based staff members for the 23-24 school year. Led and managed the enrollment of 124 students to 585 students students for the 23-24 school year.
- Created specific school wide priorities that led to KIPP Inquire ES having the highest elementary reading data in Kindergarten and First Grade for two years.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Year 1 Elementary Adjunct Instructor
Relay Graduate School of Education
08.2018 - Current
- Prepares for (e.g
- Complete online pre-work, modify provided session plans, prepare materials) and teaches a group of graduate students semi-monthly
- Reviews notes from class and emails graduate students with key takeaways and action steps before the next class
- Scores graduate students’ assessments (video and written), focusing on feedback to improve teacher practice.
Assistant Principal
KIPP STAR Harlem College Prep Elementary School
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Led 3rd and 4th Grade content meetings, in CGI, Eureka, Shared Text, Wheatley and Writing that supports teacher pedagogy, lesson internalization and data analysis
- Managed and coached a team of 11 teachers
- Managed and coached the Director of Student Services
- Co-planned and co-facilitated whole school professional development on guided reading, questioning, heavy lifting and social emotional learning.
Dean
KIPP STAR Harlem College Prep Elementary School
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Served as interim principal during November and December of 2019
- Led 3rd and 4th Grade content meetings, in CGI, Eureka, Shared Text, Wheatley and Writing that supports teacher pedagogy, lesson internalization and data analysis
- Led Third and Fourth Grade initiatives, teacher development and data analysis around preparation for the New York State Exam, resulting in 2018-2019 ELA scores of 80% and 76% proficiency for 3rd and 4th grade and Math scores of 83% and 82% proficiency for 3rd and 4th grade
- Led school-wide initiative on strengthening guided reading instruction through professional development, observations and planning clinics, resulting in a 39% growth of on grade level readers for 4th grade (Baseline: 43%, T3: 82%) and 5% for the whole school (Baseline: 60%, T3: 65%)
- Managed and coached a team of 11 teachers
- Managed and coached the Director of Student Services.
3rd Grade Teacher + Dean Fellow
KIPP STAR Harlem College Prep Elementary School
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Founded Third Grade and founded systems, teacher development and culture building around preparation for the New York State Exam, resulting to 69% proficiency in ELA and 87% proficiency in Mathematics
- 1st / 2nd Grade Teacher, Grade Team Leader + Resident Advisor
- For two years, worked directly one on one with a first year teacher to provide instructional strategies and professional mentorship through classroom observations and coaching conversations.
Training Academy Director
New York City Teaching Fellows
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Developed and managed the School’s Lead Instructor and the School’s Coaches on adult development which includes observing, giving feedback and leading practice sessions.
- Developed lead instructors on delivering professional development to a group of 20 first year teachers in a middle school and high school setting
- Led rehearsal protocols and modeled lessons in summer school classrooms for new teachers
- Collaborated with school team members to make data-driven decisions on how to provide the best support for students and teachers.
- Embodied and advocated school's mission, vision, expectations and values.
- Demonstrated tenacity and persistence in pursuit of solutions to maximize student achievement.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
Corps Member Advisor
Teach For America
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Worked directly with a group of 10 first year teachers to provide instructional strategies and coaching through observing classrooms and providing feedback
- Planned and facilitated a variety of professional developmental opportunities to support adult learning in a school environment.
- Led rehearsal protocols and modeled lessons in summer school classrooms to develop teachers’ skills
- Collaborated with school team members to make data-driven decisions on how to provide the best support for students and teachers.
2nd Grade & 1st Grade Teacher
KIPP Academy Elementary School
07.2012 - 06.2015
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Childhood Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NY06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
The College of Wooster
Wooster, OH05.2012
Skills
- Student Achievement
- Professional Development
- Student Performance Data
- Training Development and Execution
- Employee Orientation
- Consultation and Advisement
Certification
Childhood Education (1-6), Professional Certificate NY, 01/28/20
Timeline
Principal
KIPP Inquire Elementary School
03.2021 - Current
Assistant Principal
KIPP STAR Harlem College Prep Elementary School
06.2020 - 06.2021
Year 1 Elementary Adjunct Instructor
Relay Graduate School of Education
08.2018 - Current
Dean
KIPP STAR Harlem College Prep Elementary School
06.2018 - 06.2020
3rd Grade Teacher + Dean Fellow
KIPP STAR Harlem College Prep Elementary School
07.2016 - 05.2018
Training Academy Director
New York City Teaching Fellows
03.2016 - 08.2016
Corps Member Advisor
Teach For America
04.2015 - 08.2015
2nd Grade & 1st Grade Teacher
KIPP Academy Elementary School
07.2012 - 06.2015
Master of Arts in Teaching - Childhood Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
The College of Wooster
Childhood Education (1-6), Professional Certificate NY, 01/28/20
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