LaTonya Mitchell
Summary
Professional educator experienced in working with state and system stakeholders in developing plans to implement and monitor the mathematics standards mandated by the Georgia Department of Education. Focused work to demonstrate efforts to support system initiatives with state requirements. Provide clear communication with systems as a requirement to make informed decisions to ensure effective teaching and increased student achievement.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
K - 12 Mathematics Curriculum Director
Valdosta City Schools
07.2017 - Current
- Conducts research-based professional learning in mathematics for grades K - 12 in curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
- Guides development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and instructional services in Mathematics.
- Keeps abreast of developments in curriculum and instruction, and furnishes leadership in determining their appropriateness for inclusion in the district's educational program.
- Works with the Supervisor of elementary and secondary education and with building principals in the improvement of individual staff competencies.
- Communicates the approved curriculum to the professional staff and maintains a list of approved
instructional materials. - Works with principals and teacher committees in organizing and coordinating grade level and departmental meetings, in order to effect horizontal and vertical continuity and articulation of the instructional program throughout the district.
- Directs creation of and edits for publication curriculum guides and materials prepared by and to be distributed among the instructional staff.
- Maintains a current curriculum manual to show graduation requirements, approved courses, credit allowed, and any pertinent information useful to students and staff.
- Provides staff leadership to ensure understanding of and the promotion of the educational objectives of the district.
- Plans and administers programs of staff development and in-service for educational activities for instructional personnel.
- Observes teachers in their classrooms and offers insights for the enhancement of the teaching-learning environment.
- Share responsibility for reviewing and evaluating results of district-wide testing programs, and for other evaluative measures used by the schools.
- Studies, evaluates, and, as appropriate, recommends adoption of new instructional materials, methods and programs in the area of Mathematics.
- Assumes a leadership role in developing curriculum for assigned courses mandated by the legislature or the Board.
- Coordinates formal efforts of the professional staff in projects of curriculum improvement.
- Recommends the addition of new courses, grade placement of courses, credit allowance for courses, and graduation requirements.
- Interprets the curriculum and its philosophy to the Board, the administration, the staff, and the general public.
- Participates in the work of state and national curriculum associations and study programs.
- Maintains liaison and active participation with educational leaders in curriculum and instruction at state, regional, and national levels.
K - 12 Mathematics Specialist
First District Regional Educational Service Agency
07.2004 - 06.2017
- Provide research-based professional learning in teaching mathematics at P - 12 levels for curriculum, instruction and assessment
- Provide assistance for school systems with analysis and planning state, system, and school data to identify factors affecting student achievement
- Teach K - 5 Mathematics Endorsement Class for school systems
- Collaborate with Department of Education and support entities to plan and coordinate services to address system and school needs
- Provide coaching with feedback to teachers as they implement effective instructional practices and create assessments in mathematics
- coordinate and facilitate horizontal and vertical mathematics alignment for school systems
- coordinate and facilitate First District RESA's Instructional Coaches Collaborative Monthly Meeting
Adjunct Mathematics Instructor
Middle Georgia State College (Dublin Campus)
05.2002 - 05.2004
- Taught selected curriculum to fill course gaps for students in Developmental Mathematics classes.
- Taught Elementary Statistics for K - 8 mathematics teachers
- Created detailed syllabus to outline teaching methods, learning objectives, and exam dates.
High School Mathematics Teacher, Coach
Laurens County Board Of Education
05.1996 - 05.2004
- Taught all levels of high school mathematics to include Advanced Placement Calculus
- Served as Mathematics Department Head
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing expertise and providing guidance on effective teaching strategies.
- Participated in professional development workshops, staying current on best practices in teaching mathematics at the high school level.
- Utilized assessments data to inform instructional decisions, lessons to address gaps in student knowledge or comprehension.
- Developed, implemented and monitored remediation and acceleration programs preparing students for high-stakes mandated state tests.
- Advisor: Senior Beta Club, Senior Class Advisor, Mathematics Club
- Committees: School Improvement Committee, Gifted Committee, Scholarship Committee
- Coaching: Middle School (Boys' and Girls') Basketball, Head Girls' Varsity Track Coach, Assistant Varsity Girls' Basketball Coach
6 - 12 Mathematics Teacher
Dublin City Schools (Dublin-Laurens Alternative)
08.1995 - 05.1996
- Taught technology preparatory mathematics (Applied Mathematics) classes for grades 6 - 12.
- Provided one-on-one support for students in an alternative setting in mathematics.
- Create instructional lesson plans aligned to state mathematics standards.
8 - 12 Mathematics Teacher
Evans County Board Of Education
08.1993 - 05.1995
- Taught high school mathematics courses for college prep and tech prep students.
- Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
- Tutored mathematics students before and after school to help increase student achievement.
Education
Master of Education - Mathematics
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05.1993
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics With Emphasis: Computer Science
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05.1991
Skills
- Planning and Conducting Professional Learning
- Deconstructing Georgia's New K - 12 Mathematics Standards
- Designing Instructional Classroom Lessons to Aligned to the Intended Rigor of Georgia's New K - 12 Mathematics Standards
- Effective Use of Manipulatives and Technology in Mathematics Lessons
- Using Data to Determine Instructional Needs (Remediation and Acceleration) for Students
- Facilitating specific training sessions or meetings for mathematics with administrators, academic coaches and teachers
Professional Accomplishments and
Teacher of the Year (East Laurens High School) 2000 - 2001
GCTM (Georgia Council of Teachers of Mathematics) - Member and Volunteer
GCTM Executive Committee - Vice President of Honors and Awards
GCSM (Georgia Council of Supervisors of Mathematics)
GCSM 2021 Outstanding Leadership Award
Teacher Support Specialist Endorsement
Gifted Endorsement
Advanced Placement Endorsement (Calculus)
K - 5 Mathematics Endorsement Certified Teacher (Metro RESA)
Timeline
K - 12 Mathematics Curriculum Director
Valdosta City Schools
07.2017 - Current
K - 12 Mathematics Specialist
First District Regional Educational Service Agency
07.2004 - 06.2017
Adjunct Mathematics Instructor
Middle Georgia State College (Dublin Campus)
05.2002 - 05.2004
High School Mathematics Teacher, Coach
Laurens County Board Of Education
05.1996 - 05.2004
6 - 12 Mathematics Teacher
Dublin City Schools (Dublin-Laurens Alternative)
08.1995 - 05.1996
8 - 12 Mathematics Teacher
Evans County Board Of Education
08.1993 - 05.1995
Master of Education - Mathematics
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics With Emphasis: Computer Science
Georgia Southern University