Kassondra Musick
Indianapolis
Summary
Professional instructional leader prepared to elevate teaching practices and student outcomes. Adept in curriculum design, data analysis, and professional development, always ensuring high standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for building trust, fostering positive learning environment, and driving educational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
MSDWT- Northview Middle School
07.2023 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Co-facilitated weekly Instructional Leadership Team Meetings to empower Department Chairs and teacher leaders for instructional improvement.
- Conducted model classroom sessions to trial new strategies and provide observation opportunities.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with administrators, staff, and parents on various initiatives.
Teacher
MSDWT-Northview Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked collaboratively with co-teacher to plan, implement, assess, and evaluate instruction for all 6th grade students using workshop model.
- Lead successful PLC meetings with a diverse team of teachers and presented the results at a conference.
- Participated in several after school events to help support staff and students to build school culture.
- Participated in administration duties such as PAR training, interviews, PLC design, mentoring, etc.
Teacher
MSDWT- Spring Mill Elementary School
08.2016 - 08.2022
- Modeled effective classroom management and engaged students to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collected and analyzed data to tailor instruction for Gifted and Talented, Special Education, and English Learners.
- Designed engaging lesson plans and assessments using Responsive Classroom and PBIS techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and families to adapt plans for students with IEPs and 504s.
- Maintained regular communication with families through ParentSquare, Facebook, phone calls, and conferences.
Teacher/Team Lead
IPS- William McKinley Elementary School 39
08.2012 - 08.2016
- Co-taught Special Education and Gifted and Talented Clusters in 2nd and 5th grade.
- Implemented and mentored best practices as team lead for 3 years.
Education
MSEd - Educational Leadership
Indiana University
12-2025
BA - Elementary Education
Ball State University
05.2011
Skills
- Instructional content expertise
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Goal-oriented and ambitious
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Collaborative learning and mentoring
- Student engagement and expectations
- Instructional leadership
- Problem-solving abilities
Committees
- Northview Instructional Leadership Team
- Northview MTSS Committee
- Teach Plus Fellow 2024
- MSDWT Scheduling Committee 2024
Timeline
Instructional Coach
MSDWT- Northview Middle School
07.2023 - Current
Teacher
MSDWT-Northview Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Teacher
MSDWT- Spring Mill Elementary School
08.2016 - 08.2022
Teacher/Team Lead
IPS- William McKinley Elementary School 39
08.2012 - 08.2016
MSEd - Educational Leadership
Indiana University
BA - Elementary Education
Ball State University
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