Lance McConnell
Instructional Coach
Urbandale,IA
Summary
Motivated and driven Instructional Coach with skills in assessing and improvising the talents of teachers. First-rate coordination, time management and problem-solving abilities. Strengths in providing individualized coaching and using observation and data to identify potential learning needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Instructional Coach
Urbandale Community Schools
08.2014 - Current
- Engage teachers in coaching cycles to help facilitate learning and student achievement
- Worked with our TLC team to lead and facilitate new teacher learning for all new teachers to Urbandale
- Lead district professional learning at UCILT and Cabin Fever Day
- Work with building administrators to develop long-term goals that align with district goals
- Facilitate PLC discussions aligned to building and district goals for classroom achievement.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
Administrator on Sight for Elementary Summer School Program
Urbandale Community Schools
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Administrator on sight for elementary summer school program for Kindergarten - 5th grade students
- Oversee student arrival and pickup,
- Work with teachers so they have the needed materials and supplies,
- Make contact home to parents on an as needed basis, observe classrooms, and
- Work to develop positive relationships with staff and students.
7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Urbandale Middle School
08.2007 - 05.2014
- Used data from assessments to inform instruction in the classroom
- I collaborated with my PLC to develop common assessments and understanding that aligned with district and state curricula
- Worked to develop a curriculum that aligned with state standards
- Incorporated a standards-based approach to my classroom for student clarity and understanding
- Used student feedback and results to reflect and make changes to classroom instruction.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and Parent/Teacher Conferences.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Northwestern College
Orange City, Iowa 05.2022 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah 05.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grandview University
Des Moines, Iowa 05.2001 - 05.2003
Skills
Certification
158 - 5-12 American History
Awards
- Part of the team at Metro West Learning Academy that was recognized as one of the top alternative high schools in the nation.
- Speaker at the 2021 and 2023 National Alternative Education Conference in St. Louis, MO.
- IRPE State Examiner for Baldridge Performance Excellence.
Timeline
Administrator on Sight for Elementary Summer School Program
Urbandale Community Schools
07.2022 - 08.2022
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Northwestern College
05.2022 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
05.2016 - 05.2018
Instructional Coach
Urbandale Community Schools
08.2014 - Current
7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Urbandale Middle School
08.2007 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grandview University
05.2001 - 05.2003
158 - 5-12 American History
157 - 5-12 American Government
166 - 5-12 World History
1821 - 5-8 Middle School Language Arts
1824 - 5-8 Middle School Social Studies
190 - Evaluator License
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