Lance McConnell
Instructional Coach
Urbandale,United States
Summary
A dedicated instructional coach with 9 years of experience in enhancing teaching methodology and improving student learning outcomes. Proven in designing and delivering targeted professional learning, conducting classroom observations, and providing constructive feedback to teachers. Committed to staying updated with the latest educational trends and best practices. Proven ability to facilitate positive change and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
27
27
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Instructional Coach
Urbandale High School
Urbandale, IA
08.2014 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Met diverse student population needs by planning and implementing lessons with wide variety of teaching strategies.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Maintained confidentiality while recording and keeping detailed track of student performances.
- Onboard new teachers to Urbandale Community Schools.
- Work closely with Professional Learning Communities to assist and coach that focuses on student data and instructional strategies.
- Work on multiple committees throughout the district to apply new learning and instruction aligned to strategic planning.
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Urbandale Middle School
Urbandale, IA
08.2007 - 05.2014
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand View University
Des Moines, IA 08.2001 - 12.2023
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT 08.2016 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Northwestern College
Orange City, IA 01.2021 - Current
Skills
Excellent communication abilities
undefinedCertification
Master Education License (359485)
Timeline
Master Education License (359485)
06-2028
Evaluator License
06-2028
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Northwestern College
01.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
08.2016 - 06.2018
Instructional Coach
Urbandale High School
08.2014 - Current
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Urbandale Middle School
08.2007 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand View University
08.2001 - 12.2023
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