LaTasha Pinckney
Goose Creek,SC
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented educational leader with 21 years of experience in diverse school settings, including special education, general education, and administrative roles. Proven ability to effectively manage all aspects of school operations, including instruction, student discipline, staff development, and special education compliance. Seeking a challenging leadership position where I can leverage my strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to contribute to student success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transition Instructor
Berkeley County School District
07.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement individualized transition plans for students with disabilities
- Assist students in developing life skills such as independent living, employment, and social skills
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policies, administrative regulations, and Charting My Path for Future Success procedures
- Collaborate with families, community agencies, and post-secondary institutions to ensure smooth transitions
- Advocate for students' needs and ensure their access to appropriate supports and services
Assistant Principal
Charleston County School District
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Conducted formal teacher evaluations utilizing the South Carolina Teaching Standards 4.0 Rubric
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development
- Managed student discipline, including reviewing and processing incident reports, analyzing behavioral data, implementing disciplinary actions, and assigning offense codes based on the CCSD Progressive Discipline Plan
- Served as the Local Education Agency (LEA) representative in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings
- Developed and implemented effective behavior interventions for Tier 2 and Tier 3 students using a respectful, equitable, and empathetic approach
- Provided coaching and feedback to teachers using various coaching protocols, including Whetstone
- Developed and maintained the school master schedule in PowerSchool
- Conducted grade verification reviews and analyzed data to improve student academic success
- Developed, revised, and implemented the school safety plan, including organizing and conducting safety drills
- Served as an active member on the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) team
- Ensured compliance with special education regulations in collaboration with District Instructional Specialists
- Managed inventory of state-owned materials and oversaw the book room
- Served as testing coordinator for SC Ready, SC PASS, and the Measure of Academic Progress (MAP) assessments
- Coordinated school-wide PBIS activities, including socials, spirit weeks, and field trips
Lead Teacher
Windwood Farm School
01.2013 - 01.2019
- [Describe your responsibilities as Lead Teacher
- For example: Provided instructional and professional development support to other teachers
- Led and implemented school-wide initiatives
- Served as a mentor and coach to new teachers
- Collaborated with administrators to improve school-wide instruction.]
Teacher of Exceptional Children
Liberty Hill Academy
01.2008 - 01.2013
- [Describe your specific responsibilities as a Special Education Teacher
- For example: Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities
- Provided direct and indirect instruction to students with diverse learning needs
- Collaborated with parents, families, and related service providers
- Utilized various instructional strategies and assistive technologies to support student learning
- Created and maintained a positive and inclusive learning environment.]
Paraprofessional/Classified Teacher Assistant
Liberty Hill Academy
01.2003 - 01.2008
- [Describe your responsibilities as a Paraprofessional
- For example: Provided individual and small group instruction to students
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and instructional activities
- Supported students with disabilities in accessing the general education curriculum
- Provided behavioral support to students as needed.]
Education
Master of Educational Leadership - Elementary Administration
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina
Charleston, SC01.2025
Educational Leadership Specialist - Education
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina
Charleston, SC01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Limestone College
Gaffney, SC01.2015
Skills
- Career counseling
- Special education
- Transition planning
- Emotional support
- Academic administration
- Relationship building and networking
- Faculty support
- Student achievement
- Discipline and policy enforcement
- Staff development
- Safe learning environment
Certification
- South Carolina Supervision and Administration 7B
- South Carolina Teachers Certification - Emotionally Disabled (Special Education - Highly Qualified)
Community Service
ZHope Chair, Charleston County School District, Gamma Zeta, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., 01/01/15, Present
Professional Development
- Charleston County School District Assistant Principal Institute (API), Cohort 1
- Responsive Practices Cohort
- Building Instructional Capacity (BIC) Cohort 12
Timeline
Transition Instructor
Berkeley County School District
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Principal
Charleston County School District
01.2019 - 01.2024
Lead Teacher
Windwood Farm School
01.2013 - 01.2019
Teacher of Exceptional Children
Liberty Hill Academy
01.2008 - 01.2013
Paraprofessional/Classified Teacher Assistant
Liberty Hill Academy
01.2003 - 01.2008
Educational Leadership Specialist - Education
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Limestone College
- South Carolina Supervision and Administration 7B
- South Carolina Teachers Certification - Emotionally Disabled (Special Education - Highly Qualified)
Master of Educational Leadership - Elementary Administration
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina
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