Keah Wade
Jessup,MD
Summary
Proven educational leader with a strong track record in enhancing student achievement and advancing teacher development within the Baltimore City Public School System. Expertise in spearheading professional development programs and curriculum initiatives has fostered collaboration and effective communication, leading to significantly improved educational outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Coach
Baltimore City Public School System
Baltimore, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Acted as on-site specialist for district-wide literacy curriculum to support teacher teams.
- Guides implementation of best teaching practices for integrated literacy skills.
- Coaches identified teachers through outcome-based engagements.
- Facilitated collaboration among teacher teams to enhance instructional strategies.
- Evaluated literacy data to develop targeted goals for learning improvements.
- Facilitates creation and execution of professional development programs for educators and administrators.
- Conduct learning walks to identify trends in implementation.
- Serves as a member of the school Instructional Leadership Team.
- Stays up to date on current research and best practices in the areas of literacy content, pedagogy, and instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Attends all district professional development including monthly meetings with the Literacy Office
- Participates in the annual summer literacy institutes (e.g., participant, co-facilitator, content developer).
Dissertation Consultant
Done Dissertation LLC
Laurel, MD
09.2019 - Current
- Proofread dissertations to ensure clarity and coherence.
- Enhanced clients' publication prospects by ensuring compliance with style guides, formatting criteria, and citation regulations..
- 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 the overall quality of work submitted for review.
Adjunct Professor
Loyola University Maryland
Baltimore, MD
06.2019 - Current
- Conducted instruction for education-focused graduate courses, including curriculum development strategies.
- Developed engaging educational strategies grounded in research for diverse adult learning needs.
- Delivered mentorship and academic assistance to in-service teachers engaged in educational programs.
- Design instructional materials adhering to accreditation guidelines.
Educational Associate
Baltimore City Public School System
Baltimore, MD
07.2020 - 06.2023
- Delivered expert guidance to administrators, teachers, and staff on executing instructional support programs.
- Coordinate development and delivery of educational support initiatives.
- Offers tailored guidance to instructional staff when needed.
- Facilitates designated instructional and student support initiatives.
- Evaluated findings to deliver actionable insights through structured documentation.
- Facilitates understanding of essential program criteria and key emphases through effective communication.
English Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
Baltimore, MD
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Demonstrated expertise in literature, writing, and language conventions.
- Created educational experiences that promote student engagement and critical analysis.
- Established a positive space promoting engagement and support for all learners.
- Fostered strong connections to enhance engagement and understanding.
Adjunct Professor-English
Community College Baltimore County
Dundalk, MD
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Facilitated learning in introductory-level English courses.
- Formulated research-based educational strategies tailored for adult learners.
- Facilitated learning opportunities for undergraduate students.
- Created educational content in compliance with accreditation standards.
School-Based Teacher Mentor
Baltimore County Public School System
Towson, MD
08.2010 - 07.2013
- Guide new and early-career teachers in lesson planning, delivery, and refinement by sharing effective teaching strategies.
- Led training sessions, modeled best practices, and guided mentees in implementing district initiatives or instructional frameworks.
- Observe mentees’ teaching practices, provide constructive feedback, and support goal-setting to foster continuous improvement.
- Acted as a reliable guide by providing support, alleviating stress, and assisting mentees in overcoming early teaching challenges.
- Facilitated reflection among mentees, promoted analysis of student data, and supported creation of action plans.
English Department Head & Job Embedded Professional Developer, Lead Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System & Various Baltimore City High Schools
Baltimore, MD
07.2007 - 06.2010
- Implemented coaching cycles to enhance alignment with school priorities.
- Delivered intervention and enrichment instructional support for the implementation of BCPSS curriculum, content standards, assessments, approved materials, and related instructional technologies.
- Collaborated individually with educators to integrate effective instructional methods.
- Delivered professional development to instructional staff enhancing their skill set.
- Conducted pre- and post-observation conferences to evaluate teaching practices.
English Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
Baltimore, MD
08.1999 - 06.2010
- Demonstrated expertise in literature, writing, and language conventions.
- Created educational experiences that promote student engagement and critical analysis.
- Established a positive space promoting engagement and support for all learners.
- Fostered strong connections to enhance engagement and understanding.
Education
Doctor of Education - Urban Educational Leadership: Advanced Studies, Leadership, And Policy
Morgan State University
Baltimore, Maryland05-2018
Administration Supervision Certification - Administrator I Certification
Coppin State University
Baltimore, Maryland06.2006
Master of Arts - Teaching
Morgan State University
Baltimore, Maryland05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - English Language & Literature
Morgan State University
Baltimore, Maryland05.1998
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Data analysis
- Instructional Expertise
- Program Coordination
- Professional Development
- Problem Solving
- Curriculum Development
- Teacher development
- School event coordination
- Student achievement
- Teacher training
- Academic Program Coordination
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)
Teachingcertifications
- State of Maryland Advanced Professional Certification in English (Grades 7-12)
- State of Maryland Administrator I Certification
Affiliations
- Creative Crafting
- Volunteering in the Baltimore Metropolitan area
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Literacy Coach
Baltimore City Public School System
07.2023 - Current
Educational Associate
Baltimore City Public School System
07.2020 - 06.2023
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 - Urban Educational Leadership: Advanced Studies, Leadership, And Policy
Morgan State University
Administration Supervision Certification - Administrator I Certification
Coppin State University
Master of Arts - Teaching
Morgan State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language & Literature
Morgan State University
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