Kevin L. Luckey
Dickinson
Summary
Strategic instructional leader with 20 years of experience in secondary English Language Arts, specializing in curriculum design and teacher mentoring. Expertise in developing evidence-based instructional strategies, coaching educators, and advancing school-wide literacy initiatives. Skilled in designing professional development programs and leveraging student performance data to enhance instructional practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher
Texas City Independent School District
Texas City
07.2025 - Current
- Taught secondary ELA courses to diverse student populations, employing differentiated instruction and evidence-based strategies to enhance engagement
- Analyzed student performance data, recommending targeted instructional interventions that resulted in improved student achievement
- Collaborated with administrative team on instructional initiatives aligned with district and state standards, fostering educational excellence
English Language Arts Teacher/Coach
Dickinson Independent School District
Dickinson
08.2021 - 05.2025
- Taught secondary ELA courses to diverse student populations, utilizing differentiated instruction and evidence-based strategies to enhance learning outcomes
- Coached and mentored new and struggling teachers on best practices for writing instruction, classroom management, and student engagement to foster professional growth
- Analyzed student performance data to recommend targeted instructional interventions, contributing to improved student achievement
- Collaborate with administrative team on instructional initiatives aligned to district and state standards
English Language Arts Teacher/Coach
Clear Creek Independent School District
League City
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented differentiated ELA instruction tailored to diverse high school learners
- Coached colleagues on effective instructional strategies and classroom management, enhancing overall teaching quality
- Aligned curriculum with district standards and assessments to ensure cohesive educational framework
English Language Arts Teacher/Coach
Lee County School District
Bishopville
08.2001 - 05.2020
- Department Leadership & Curriculum Development - Served as Department Chairperson for English Language Arts; led department of 15+ teachers
- Spearheaded development of ELA curriculum standards aligned to South Carolina state requirements; trained 25+ teachers on implementation
- Established curriculum plans and procedures for ELA department and single gender instruction program to enhance instructional effectiveness
- Provided leadership in standards development to improve ELA department function and student outcomes
- Instructional Coaching & Professional Development - Served as Teacher Writing Consultant through Santee-Wateree Writing Project; designed and delivered 10+ professional development sessions on evidence-based writing instruction
- Mentored 20+ new and struggling teachers; improved classroom management, student engagement, and instructional delivery
- Facilitated professional learning communities to improve literacy instruction and assessment practices among educators
- Trained teachers in AVID strategies and college readiness initiatives across campus
- Student Achievement & Data Analysis - Provided leadership in developing student working knowledge necessary to pass End-of-Course English I assessments; achieved 85%+ pass rate
- Conducted surveys and data collection to enhance learning and inform instructional decisions
- Evaluated student performance against proficiency levels, providing comprehensive performance reports to inform instructional strategies
- Athletics Coaching - Coached Varsity Football, Boys Basketball, and Boys/Girls Track and Field
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Jones International University
Centennial, CO01-2012
Graduate Studies - Language and Literacy
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC01-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Professional English
Morris College
Sumter, SC01-2001
Skills
- Literacy instruction
- Writing pedagogy
- Curriculum design
- Standards alignment
- Differentiated instruction
- Reading practices
- Student assessment
- Student performance evaluation
- Engagement
- Project-based learning
- Instructional technology integration
- Data analysis
- Program evaluation
- Continuous improvement
- Teacher mentoring
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Development facilitation
- Support systems
References
Available Upon Request
Professional Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year - 2007, 2019
- Department Chairperson - English Language Arts
- Instructional Team Leader - Collaborated with administration on school-wide instructional improvements
- Summer School Lead Teacher - Directed summer literacy program
- Perfect Attendance - 2013-2015
- Literacy Leadership - Developed and implemented school-wide writing and reading initiatives resulting in improved student proficiency
- Professional Development Facilitator - Designed and delivered professional development sessions on writing instruction, assessment practices, and differentiation strategies
- Curriculum Development: Design and implemented curriculum for college level writing and pedagogy.
Certifications And Endorsements
- Middle Level Language Arts (Grades 5-9) - South Carolina
- Reading English Language Arts with Science Teaching of Reading (Grades 4-8) - Texas
- Gifted and Talented Endorsement - Designed differentiated curriculum for advanced learners; trained teachers in GT best practices
- Literacy Endorsement (SC Department of Education) - Developed school-wide literacy initiatives; coached teachers in evidence-based reading instruction
- AVID Trained Instructor - Facilitated AVID professional development; supported college readiness initiatives across campus
Timeline
English Language Arts Teacher
Texas City Independent School District
07.2025 - Current
English Language Arts Teacher/Coach
Dickinson Independent School District
08.2021 - 05.2025
English Language Arts Teacher/Coach
Clear Creek Independent School District
08.2020 - 05.2021
English Language Arts Teacher/Coach
Lee County School District
08.2001 - 05.2020
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Jones International University
Graduate Studies - Language and Literacy
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts - Professional English
Morris College