Justin Boyd
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Results-driven professional prepared for this role with history of cultivating and managing key partnerships. Adept at identifying growth opportunities and fostering collaborative environments. Reliable team player who adapts to changing needs and prioritizes achieving impactful results. Skilled in public speaking and relationship management.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Strategic Partnership Development Manager
Lexia Learning
01.2023 - Current
- Presented at 2023 and 2024 National Charter School Conferences with charter school leaders from NYC and KIPP:Texas
- Presented at Texas Title III Conference on the effectiveness of Lexia English with Kerrville ISD
- Conducted 'In the Loop' trainings that brought together literacy leaders at education service agencies across multiple states on behalf of Lexia Learning
- Presented at Lexia’s Learning’s Charter Summit in support of the Science of Reading and solidified Lexia’s partnership with charter organizations
- Led Lexia Learning support of charter organization partnerships with charters such as IDEA, KIPP, Great Hearts, Basis, and other charters through direct support, sponsorship support, and technical support
- Participated in short and long-term planning to support thought partnerships between Lexia and charter schools
- Partnered with sales and internal divisions to develop strategic plans to increase sales in priority states and the regions within them
- Cultivated relationships with key regional and state organization officials to secure meetings and presentations
- Assisted in the successful pursuit of region level contracts and assisted in the development of messaging and positioning
National Standards Institute Lead Facilitator
UnboundEd
New York City, NY
01.2018 - Current
- Facilitator for ELA, Math UPP, and ELA UPP at multiple national conferences and summits
- Presented to instructional leaders and educators on how to lead and deliver grade-level, engaging, affirming, and meaningful instruction
- Presented to instructional leaders on the intersection of literacy and equity
- Provided feedback on literacy presentations to improve the impact of literacy presentations and professional development
Educational Consultant
Education Service Center – Region 20
San Antonio, TX
01.2015 - Current
- Provided instructional coaching, professional development, and technical assistance to educators in over 80 districts across Texas
- Created and implemented coaching models and trainings to support teachers of Emergent Bilinguals and learners of languages other than English
- Created and led Advanced Academics trainings that support the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented students
- Created and led trainings supporting teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators in their use of the TCMPC TEKS Resource Curriculum System and THL resources to prepare lessons
- Writer and creator of content for TEA’s Equity in Gifted/Talented Education website
- Trained educators on TEA’s Research-Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS)
- Trained educators on TEA’s implementation of High Quality Instructional Materials
- Trained and coached thousands of educators in grades PreK-3 through 12 in all subject areas
- Participated in multiple Texas statewide taskforces in service of Content-Based Language Instruction and HQIM
- Certified Effective Schools Framework Academic Reviewer
- Presented with Jim Knight at the Region 20 conference on effective coaching
Assistant Principal | Humanities Department Coach | Reading Department Coach
KIPP Aspire Academy Charter
San Antonio, TX
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Planned and implemented summer professional development and new teacher training
- Instructional coach for teachers from 5th through 8th grade across all subject areas
- Conducted daily classroom observations along with bi-weekly one-on-one coaching sessions with teachers
- Created a school-wide schedule to better support literacy and text-based questioning
- Developed individual schedules for 471 students for guided reading and created an individual scope and sequence for each teacher leading guided reading instruction
- Operated as school testing coordinator to ensure proper administration of the MAP, STAR, STAAR, STAAR-A, STAAR-L, and TELPAS assessments
- Used data analysis to inform the lesson cycle, plan tutoring, and to hire tutors
- Managed the Campus Improvement Plan and coordinated through meetings with community, staff, and parent stakeholders
11th Grade IB History of the Americas | 12th Grade IB 20th Century World History | 7th and 8th Grade U.S. History | 7th and 8th Grade Team Leader | Varsity and Middle School Soccer Coach
Harlem Village Academies Charter
New York, NY
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Taught in a high performing International Baccalaureate college preparatory program
- Developed administrative and classroom systems for grades 5 through 12
- 99% passing rate on NYS History Exam
- Planned and implemented an Historical Investigation, requiring students to research a topic of their choice and developing a 2000 word research paper; Developed a variety of rubrics to assess students in writing and through performance that have been published in texts on pedagogy
- Worked alongside Kelly Gallagher, Grant Wiggins and other luminaries in the field
- Classroom visited by Hugh Jackman, John Legend, Tiki Barber, Diane Sawyer, Denzel Washington, Jon Stewart, Jason Mraz, Rupert Murdoch, Les Moonves, Brian Williams, Barbara Walters, and other actors, artists and media members
- Mentioned in Deborah Kenny’s 'Born to Rise', Kelly Gallagher’s 'In the Best Interest of Students', several news articles, music videos, and documentaries
7th and 8th Grade U.S. History | Social Studies Department Coordinator
KIPP STAR Middle School Charter
New York, NY
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Taught in a high performing, college preparatory program
- Crafted lessons and interactive projects used by teachers and students at KIPP:STAR and throughout KIPP NYC; created administrative and classroom systems for all grade levels
- Supervised monthly community service projects and infused character education into classroom lessons
Teacher Trainer and Supervisor
Texas Teaching Fellows
San Antonio, TX
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Prepared 12 teachers for alternative certification in Judson I.S.D.; observed teachers, offered constructive criticism and encouragement in the delivery of their lessons
- Trained teachers to craft lessons that focus both on academic achievement and behavioral modification
- Prepared and taught afternoon professional development sessions focusing on the two most crucial areas of learning for new teachers: Classroom Management and Culture, and Instructional Design and Delivery
5th and 8th Grade U.S. History | 7th Grade Social Justice
KIPP: Aspire Academy Charter
San Antonio, TX
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Taught in a high performing college preparatory program; created administrative and classroom systems for all grade levels; assisted in private high school placement for all 8th grade students
- Visited students’ homes to improve communication between parents, teachers and students; students and parents made contact by cell phone for homework help
- Designed lessons used by KIPP teachers nationwide and by Teach for America Teachers; planned weeklong trip to Austin, TX and Big Bend National Park and various other field trips
- Classroom filmed for stories on high performing middle schools by WOAI (NBC), KENS (CBS) and KSAT (ABC)
8th Grade U.S. History | 7th Grade Texas History | NJHS Sponsor | Campus Webmaster
Northside Independent School District
San Antonio, TX
01.2000 - 01.2005
- 92% passing rate on the 8th Grade Social Studies TAKS State Tests
- Designed and implemented lesson plans for special education, ESL, honors and GT classes; started Hobby Middle School’s participation in the National History Fair
Education
M.S. - Literacy Education
Alfred University
Alfred, NY01.2011
B.A. - Middle Level Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL01.2000
Skills
- Growth strategies
- Brand awareness
- Competitive analysis
- Public speaking
- Customer presentations
- Partnership development
Certification
- New York Literacy Professional (Birth – Grade 6)
- New York Social Studies Professional Certificate (Grades 5 – 9)
- Texas Social Studies (1-12)
- Texas Elementary Self-Contained Standard (1-8)
- Texas Elementary Life-Earth Science Standard (1-8)
Timeline
Strategic Partnership Development Manager
Lexia Learning
01.2023 - Current
National Standards Institute Lead Facilitator
UnboundEd
01.2018 - Current
Educational Consultant
Education Service Center – Region 20
01.2015 - Current
Assistant Principal | Humanities Department Coach | Reading Department Coach
KIPP Aspire Academy Charter
01.2014 - 01.2016
11th Grade IB History of the Americas | 12th Grade IB 20th Century World History | 7th and 8th Grade U.S. History | 7th and 8th Grade Team Leader | Varsity and Middle School Soccer Coach
Harlem Village Academies Charter
01.2008 - 01.2014
Teacher Trainer and Supervisor
Texas Teaching Fellows
06.2007 - 08.2007
7th and 8th Grade U.S. History | Social Studies Department Coordinator
KIPP STAR Middle School Charter
01.2007 - 01.2008
5th and 8th Grade U.S. History | 7th Grade Social Justice
KIPP: Aspire Academy Charter
01.2005 - 01.2007
8th Grade U.S. History | 7th Grade Texas History | NJHS Sponsor | Campus Webmaster
Northside Independent School District
01.2000 - 01.2005
B.A. - Middle Level Education
Illinois State University
M.S. - Literacy Education
Alfred University