Keah Wade
Jessup,MD
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Coach 10-Month
Baltimore City Public School System
07.2023 - Current
- Analyzed student assessment data, providing insights for tailored instruction and support.
- Trained educators on best practices in literacy instruction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Conducted professional development workshops on effective literacy strategies for colleagues, enhancing overall instructional quality.
- Served as mentor to new educators, sharing expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management techniques.
Educational Associate 10-Month
Baltimore City Public School System
07.2020 - 6 2023
- Provides professional and technical assistance to administrators, teachers and staff in areas related to implementation of instructional support programs and instructional support for teachers
- Assists in planning and conducting academic support programs and activities at school
- Assists in providing guidance and support to instructional staff as appropriate
- Assists in coordinating and facilitating specific instructional and/or student support programs and projects as assigned
- Assists teachers in implementation of 3-Dimensional Education (3DE) and assist local 3DE and Junior Achievement (JA) in providing learning experiences for students
- Researches and analyzes data and prepares reports and recommendations
- Assists in interpreting and communicating program specific standards, emphases, and guidelines.
Dissertation Consultant
Done Dissertation LLC
09.2019 - Current
- Enhanced dissertations by meticulously proofreading and editing content for clarity, coherence, and academic rigor.
- Boosted clients'' chances of publication by ensuring adherence to specific style guides, formatting requirements, and citation rules.
- Improved overall readability and flow of manuscripts by restructuring complex sentences and rephrasing awkward phrasings.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines, maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail under pressure.
- Supported authors in developing strong arguments and logical organization within their dissertations, raising overall quality of work submitted for review.
Adjunct Professor
Loyola University Maryland
06.2019 - Current
- Taught Curriculum & Instruction course, providing instruction to up to 20 graduate students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Participated in various campus memberships at each assigned school to promote academics and faculty development.
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
English Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Constructed and effectively implemented a long-term academic plan with clear goals for student achievement
- Constructed and executed individual lesson plans, aligned with the standards and long-term plan, which met the needs of students with diverse learning levels
- Conducted varied assessments to benchmark and document student progress
- Worked with students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds
- Fostered strong personal relationships with students' families
Adjunct Professor-English
Community College Baltimore County
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Taught [Area of expertise] courses, providing instruction to up to 50 community college students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through by incorporating problem-based learning activities.
School-Based Teacher Mentor
Baltimore County Public School System
08.2010 - 07.2013
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Assisted mentees in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and professional growth.
- Monitored mentee performance consistently, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting mentorship approaches accordingly.
- Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
- Organized workshops and events that catered to the specific needs of the mentoring program participants.
English Department Head & Job Embedded Professional Developer, Lead Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System & Various Baltimore City High Schools
07.2007 - 06.2010
- Provided instructional support by implementing cycles of coaching to promote instructional activities that align school priorities and increase professional competence.
- Delivered intervention and enrichment instructional support for implementation of BCPSS curriculum, content standards, assessments, approved materials, and related instructional technologies.
- Worked with teachers one-on-one and in small groups to implement grade level and subject specific instructional strategies.
- Provided professional development and technical assistance to instructional staff to expand and refine 'best practices.'
- Evaluated teaching practices by conducting pre and post observation conferences and assisted departmental administrator in formal observations.
English Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
08.1999 - 06.2010
- Constructed and effectively implemented long-term academic plans with clear goals for student achievement.
- Constructed and executed individual lesson plans, aligned with standards and long-term plans, which met the needs of students with diverse learning levels.
- Conducted varied assessments to benchmark and document student progress.
- Worked with students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
- Fostered strong personal relationships with students' families.
Education
Doctor of Education in Urban Educational Leadership - Advanced Studies, Leadership, And Policy
Morgan State University
Baltimore, Maryland01.2018
Administration Supervision Certification - Administrator I Certification
Coppin State University
Baltimore, Maryland06.2006
Master of Arts in Teaching -
Morgan State University
Baltimore, Maryland05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - English Language & Literature
Morgan State University
Baltimore, Maryland05.1998
Skills
- Writing instruction
- Literacy program development
- Teacher Mentoring
- Lesson Planning
- Instructional planning
- Student Engagement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Instructional Coaching
- Computer Proficiency and Microsoft Office
- Professionalism
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Verbal and written communication
Teaching Certifications
- State of Maryland Advanced Professional Certification in English (Grades 7-12)
- State of Maryland Administrator I Certification
Awards
- Sigma Tau Delta International Honor Society
- Golden Key National Honor Society
- Promethean Kappa Tau Freshmen Honor Society
- Outstanding English Student (1997)
- Goldseker Fellowship (1998-2000) & (2010-2014)
- Maryland Service Learning Fellow (2009)
Timeline
Literacy Coach 10-Month
Baltimore City Public School System
07.2023 - Current
Educational Associate 10-Month
Baltimore City Public School System
07.2020 - 6 2023
Dissertation Consultant
Done Dissertation LLC
09.2019 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Loyola University Maryland
06.2019 - Current
English Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
08.2015 - 06.2020
Adjunct Professor-English
Community College Baltimore County
01.2014 - 05.2014
School-Based Teacher Mentor
Baltimore County Public School System
08.2010 - 07.2013
English Department Head & Job Embedded Professional Developer, Lead Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System & Various Baltimore City High Schools
07.2007 - 06.2010
English Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
08.1999 - 06.2010
Doctor of Education in Urban Educational Leadership - Advanced Studies, Leadership, And Policy
Morgan State University
Administration Supervision Certification - Administrator I Certification
Coppin State University
Master of Arts in Teaching -
Morgan State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language & Literature
Morgan State University
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