KAITLYN BRUCE
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Self-motivated project manager and educator with a proven track record of successfully implementing MTSS initiatives. Brings 11 years of valuable expertise in K-12 education and coordination of projects, programs, and improvements. Adept at building and leveraging partnerships to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Content Lead, HS Response to Intervention
Hamilton County Schools
07.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student outcomes on benchmark assessments by 2 microlevels by implementing evidence-based intervention strategies and techniques.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with district strategic plan, ensuring that efforts contributed to our overall goal to decrease number of students requiring academic intervention by 10% by 2030.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and task ownership, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Facilitated change management processes within schools by effectively communicating benefits of new systems or processes being introduced during projects.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with district objectives.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless execution of projects to develop curriculum, data dashboards and procedures.
High School Science Achievement Manager
Kipp New Orleans Schools
07.2016 - 06.2022
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities. On formal evaluations, high school science teachers scored 20% higher than network average.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with school leaders to design and implement instructional initiatives that improved overall school performance on ACT Science by 2 points.
- Facilitated successful integration of new technology such as Nearpod, Canvas and PlayPosit into classrooms, increasing opportunities for digital learning experiences.
- Reduced science teacher turnover rate by 10% by providing ongoing support, mentorship, and resources for professional growth.
Lead Biology Teacher
St. Bernard Parish Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly. As a result, 95% of Biology students passed their end-of-course exams, with 60% achieving proficiency.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers within the department, offering guidance on best practices and effective teaching methods.
- Developed successful interventions for struggling students by creating targeted instructional plans based on their unique needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Biology
Miami University of Ohio
Oxford12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO05.2012
Skills
- Project Management
- Risk Assessment
- Training and Development
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Strategic Thinking
- Software Proficiency: Asana, Microsoft Office
- Team Leadership
Affiliations
- Teach for America
- Leading Educators
Certification
- Licensed Teacher - TN State Board of Education
- Google Project Management Professional Certificate - expected completion January 2023
Timeline
District Content Lead, HS Response to Intervention
Hamilton County Schools
07.2022 - Current
High School Science Achievement Manager
Kipp New Orleans Schools
07.2016 - 06.2022
Lead Biology Teacher
St. Bernard Parish Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2016
Master of Arts - Biology
Miami University of Ohio
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Colorado
- Licensed Teacher - TN State Board of Education
- Google Project Management Professional Certificate - expected completion January 2023
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