Kamisha Alexander
Columbus,GA
Summary
District-Level Academic Coach| CSI/TSI Schools
Drives instructional effectiveness and student achievement by partnering with administrators and educators to implement instructional walkthroughs, coaching cycles with actionable feedback, and job-embedded professional development. Over five years of combined general and special education experience, dedicated to strengthening teacher effectiveness and promoting equitable instruction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Level Academic Coach
Muscogee County School District Public Education Center
Columbus, GA
08.2025 - Current
- Serve as a district instructional leader supporting multiple schools in implementing standards-based instruction.
- Use data to guide school- and district-level instructional decisions and provide targeted coaching based on identified needs.
- Lead professional learning communities and district trainings focused on curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
- Collaborate with district departments to align curriculum resources, instructional frameworks, and intervention supports.
- Support district improvement initiatives and monitor progress toward district instructional goals.
General Education Teacher
Blanchard Elementary School
Columbus, GA
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Designed and implemented engaging, standards-based instruction across content areas, with a focus on differentiated learning.
- Integrated literacy and cross-curricular strategies to improve reading and writing performance in upper elementary grades.
- Fostered a supportive, inclusive classroom culture that supported both academic and social-emotional development.
- Created flexible groupings based on student data and used multimodal approaches for diverse learners.
- Participated in parent conferences, 504 and IEP meetings to build meaningful relationships with stakeholders and promote student growth.
Special Education Teacher
Blanchard Elementary School
Columbus, GA
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Co-taught in inclusive classrooms using station teaching, parallel teaching, and team-teaching models to deliver differentiated instruction.
- Served as LEA Representative during IEP meetings, ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations and advocating for student success.
- Collaborated with general education teachers and families to implement accommodations and behavior support plans.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to design and implement tiered station activities aligned with student accommodations and learning styles.
- Used data collected during station rotations to inform instructional decisions and update IEP progress reports.
Special Education Teacher
Blanchard Elementary School
Columbus, GA
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Delivered individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals, ensuring measurable growth for diverse learners.
- Led small-group instructional stations focused on literacy, math interventions, and IEP goal progress using evidence-based strategies.
- Implemented accommodations, assistive technology, and behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to support students in reading and math.
- Assisted with data collection and progress monitoring for IEP goals using formative and summative assessments and state benchmarks.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Midland Middle School
Midland, GA
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Supported students with Multiple Other Health Impairments and Intellectual Disabilities in a self-contained classroom setting.
- Assisted with individualized instruction, behavior management, and daily living skills to promote student independence and academic progress.
- Collaborated closely with the special education teacher and related service providers to implement IEP goals and accommodations.
- Provided 1:1 and small group support for students with autism and ADHD.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education General Curriculum
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA05.2017
Skills
- Dual Certification in General Education & Special Education
- District-Level Instructional Coaching
- Literacy Leadership
- Student Teacher Supervision
- Communication & Collaboration
- Curriculum Alignment & Standards-Based Implementation
Leadership Experience
- Leadership Team Chairperson (08/23-05/25) Led school-wide initiatives to improve instruction, climate, and student outcomes, aligning with school improvement goals., Facilitated collaboration between administration and staff on curriculum and policy decisions.
- Grade Level Chairperson (08/23-05/25) Coordinated grade-level meetings and data analysis sessions to enhance instructional planning and student performance., Served as liaison between administration and grade-level team, ensuring effective communication and implementation of school directives.
- School Improvement Plan Team Member (06/21, 05/25) Collaborated on data-driven decision making to drive continuous school improvement and meet accountability goals.
- Columbus State University Student Teacher Supervisor Teacher (08/23, 05/25) Partnered with CSU to host and guide student teachers, fostering reflective practice and instructional growth., Provided coaching, feedback, and modeling for new and student teachers, promoting effective instructional practices., Supported mentees in classroom management, lesson planning, and professional development.
- Literacy Course Build Team Member (09/24-05/25) Contributed to the design and implementation of a district-wide literacy curriculum, integrating best practices in reading instruction.
- Structured Literacy School Team Member (09/24-05/25) Collaborated with school-based leadership to support the implementation of the Science of Reading and structured literacy practices across grade levels., Facilitated professional learning and supported classroom teachers in applying explicit, systematic reading instruction.
- Teacher Advisory Committee (08/23-05/24) Represented classroom teachers in district-level discussions related to curriculum adoption, instructional technology, and assessment practices., Collaborated with colleagues to survey staff and present recommendations on workload and teacher support systems.
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Team Member (08/22-05/23) Helped lead the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) initiative by promoting school-wide behavioral expectations, recognition systems, and data-informed behavior supports.
Certification
Elementary Education Certification, Chattahoochee-Flint RESA | Ellaville, Georgia, 2023
Accomplishments
2023-2024 Georgia Department of Education Literacy Leader Award | 5th Grade Growth
References
Stephanie Dalton
Director of District and School Effectiveness |Muscogee County School District Columbus, GA |Dalton.Stephanie.A@muscogee.k12.ga.us
Elizabeth Lester
Blanchard Elementary School Principal| Muscogee County School District Columbus, GA Lester.Elizabeth.N@muscogee.k12.ga.us
Nekia Roberts
North Columbus Elementary School Assistant Principal | Muscogee County School District Columbus, GA | Roberts.Nekia.A@muscogee.k12.ga.us
Timeline
District Level Academic Coach
Muscogee County School District Public Education Center
08.2025 - Current
General Education Teacher
Blanchard Elementary School
08.2022 - 07.2025
Special Education Teacher
Blanchard Elementary School
08.2020 - 08.2022
Special Education Teacher
Blanchard Elementary School
08.2020 - 08.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
Midland Middle School
08.2018 - 08.2020
Master of Arts - Special Education General Curriculum
Columbus State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Columbus State University