Kelly Sobocinski
Hamden
Summary
Dynamic, passionate, and driven K-5 Math Instructional Coach with a proven track record in North Branford K-5 schools, excelling in curriculum design and instructional coaching. Spearheaded and supported the implementation of Illustrative Math, fostering a student-centered culture and enhancing teacher collaboration. Skilled in data analysis and innovative problem-solving, driving impactful educational outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
K-5 Math Instructional Coach & Curriculum Coordina
Board of Education - North Branford
North Branford
08.2021 - Current
- Led the implementation of Illustrative Math in 2021, and continue to support teachers with in-class coaching support in high-leverage instructional practices.
- Design and deliver professional learning aligned with the district's instructional vision (in two schools).
- Collaborate & communicate with building administrators to strategically plan next steps for staff, both collectively and individually
- Lead the instructional shift in math instruction away from teacher-directed to a student-centered culture of thinking.
- Faciliate grade-level team meetings biweekly to support teachers in their implementation of math instruction,as well as, build their understanding of mathmatical progressions across the grades.
- Active member of Learning Walk team & led a content-focused Learning Walk between the two schools (PreK-2 & 3-5)
- Developed the Grade 2 math SRBI program from the ground up; designed the structure & schedule, developed lessons, created progress monitoring interviews, and collected/organized data.
- Supervise three math paraprofessionals across two schools in their implementation of SRBI.
- Faciliate math SRBI meetings using data to discuss student prgress and to set goals
- Supported our six kindergarten teachers in their development of play in the classroom by introducing and modeling the use of provocations.
- Spearheaded a Grade 4 and 5 initiative to use math reflective notebooks to enhance our classroom cultures of thinking.
Teacher on Special Assignment
Board of Education - North Branford
North Branford
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Led the district's PDEC committee, designed meeting agendas, action items, and managed a committee of 14 members.
- Orchestrated our district's first district-wide, K-12 professional learning conference-style PD, where K-12 staff members presented individual sessions ranging from Making Thinking Visible to Using AI in the Classroom.
- Oversaw the alignment and system of the SRBI process across K-12.
- Assisted in developing the document that describes our district's instructional vision.
- Designed and produced the new teacher orientation presentation to introduce teachers to our district's instructional vision.
- Provided professional learning for PreK-2 teachers in using provocations of learning to shift away from teacher-directed centers.
Lead Teacher
Board of Education - North Branford
North Branford
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Created building schedules to maximize instructional time, limit transitions, and create more equitable prep time among staff.
- Designed and implemented staff professional learning
- Led the School Climate Team and collaborated with the team to produce monthly assemblies and videos.
- Organized and managed our school's Veterans Day assembly, welcoming veterans and their families to be honored for their service.
- Participated in collaborative learning walks with admin and other colleagues.
- Attended monthly PTO meetings and presented on school events/new initiatives.
- Managed staff absences and sub coverage.
Grade 4 & 5 Educator
Board of Education
North Branford
08.2007 - 06.2021
- Planned and created lessons for literacy, math, science, and social studies.
- Purposefully design activities that promote inquiry, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity.
- Differentiated lessons to always allow all students to access grade-level content.
- Assisted in the development of math, reading, writing, and social studies curriculum by serving on the various Curriculum Writing teams.
- Investigated, reflected, and planned for higher student engagement by participating in the Walk-Through/Rounds Team.
- Collaborated with the school administrator to create the Social-Emotional Curriculum for Grades 4 and 5.
- Teacher of the Year (2018)
Pre-K Teacher
Rainbow School
Brookline
07.2005 - 06.2007
- Lead teacher in a private Reggio Emilia-style Pre-K.
- Designed provocations for learning, where students can explore and be curious.
- Implemented a play-based curriculum in literacy, mathematics, social studies, and science.
- Promoted developmental growth with a multisensory approach to learning
Education
092 Educational Leadership
University of Connecticut - UCAPP Program
Storrs, CT05-2021
Master of Education - Language & Literacy
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Cambridge, MA06-2007
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT06-2005
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Northeastern University
Boston, MA05-2002
Skills
- Instructional coaching
- Curriculum design
- Student-centered tasks
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Schedule management
- Innovative problem solving
Affiliations
- Advanced kayaker, yet amateur fisherman
- Love for culinary creativeness
Accomplishments
- Lead Speaker at NCTM (2023) in Baltimore, MD Presentation: Comfortable Discomfort: Creating a Culture of Risk taking in Your K-2 Classroom
- Lead Speaker (2024) Non-profit Hands Offering Hope Benefit (Fairfield, CT) Speech: "The Impact of Education"
Timeline
Teacher on Special Assignment
Board of Education - North Branford
08.2023 - 06.2024
K-5 Math Instructional Coach & Curriculum Coordina
Board of Education - North Branford
08.2021 - Current
Lead Teacher
Board of Education - North Branford
08.2019 - 06.2021
Grade 4 & 5 Educator
Board of Education
08.2007 - 06.2021
Pre-K Teacher
Rainbow School
07.2005 - 06.2007
092 Educational Leadership
University of Connecticut - UCAPP Program
Master of Education - Language & Literacy
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Northeastern University
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