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Latoshia Ellis

Fairview Heights,Il

Summary

Innovative and highly qualified results-oriented professional. Posses extensive experience with Anti-Bias/Anti-Racism initiatives, and building cultural competency through equity initiatives. I am technologically-savvy and proficient in Google, Microsoft,and can easily adapt to new learning platforms. Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Diversity Equity Inclusion Consultant

Equitable-Ed
02.2021 - Current
  • Facilitated training and professional development for 200+ teachers and school administrators to create new teaching strategies that encourage culturally responsive teaching and learning
  • Performed detailed and comprehensive equity evaluations of teaching and support staff.
  • Analyzed school data to identify inequities in school policies and procedures
  • Analyzed conditions and needs of equity training and made recommendations for improvements or corrections.
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff to assess the implementation of equity and inclusion goals based on data.
  • Collaborated with administrators to determine Anti Racism Anti Bias objectives for schools.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Director of Clinical Experience,Assessment,and Certification

Harris Stowe State University
08.2018 - 01.2021
  • Improved College Operations and Processes to bring College into Federal and State compliance
  • Completed Annual CAEP EPP Report on time and eliminated 4/4 areas of improvement
  • Developed Anti-Bias/Anti-Racist training curriculum(ABAR)
  • Lead and Facilitate Diversity training
  • Improved College's "out of compliance" status on Title II Report. Report completed ahead of schedule with zero errors
  • Advises leadership and co-facilitates policy changes within College of Education
  • Provides leadership for hiring and on-boarding new Professors
  • Meet with p-12 school district Superintendents to create new partnerships and initiatives
  • Plans and lead professional learning communities
  • Analyze performance gaps between coursework and state and federal standard, and certification exams
  • Plans Superintendents and school leaders advisory meetings
  • Assessed the need for assessment system, wrote a proposal, adopted the system, and coordinated the project through College Wide implementation
  • Lead team toward improved processes for student advisement within the College
  • Plan and lead professional development
  • Supervise clinical professors
  • Created, Directed and Implemented process for maintaining digital student files College Wide
  • Created effective processes and database for student field placements
  • Technology Leader/facilitator in College of Education
  • System Administrator for Assessment System
  • Generates data analyses reports, written narratives and manages assessment system
  • Effectively teach the Introduction to Field Experience Course
  • Develop and Facilitate Student Teacher seminar
  • Facilitate effective communication and relationships between school district and university mentors
  • Works with school and the school districts human resource personnel in the selection of cooperating teachers and the student teacher candidates’ assignment
  • Coordinates all University faculty involved in the field and clinical experience program
  • Directs student placements to ensure quality experiences for pre-service teachers
  • Assesses student learning outcomes to increase number of certification candidates
  • Facilitates quarterly Data Retreats and lead new initiatives related to student data
  • Completes requirements for teacher candidate certification
  • Lead Curriculum and assessment initiative to audit and align curriculum to standards and frameworks
  • Ensured compliance to Federal and State Educator Preparation Requirements
  • Attends regular Assessment and Certification officer meetings at DESE

Adjunct Professor

Harris Stowe State University
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Teaching Psychology and Science Methods classes in the Education department
  • Distributed course syllabus and answered student questions regarding standards, material, grading progression
  • Selected appropriate materials to support student learning needs
  • Tracked student assignments, attendance and test scores

Director of Student Support

De Smet Jesuit High School
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Recommend policies, programs, and instructional practices essential to the needs of children
  • Lead and develop student diversity initiatives
  • Collaborated with Diversity Director for Faculty Diversity Initiatives
  • Advised leadership on creating equitable policies
  • Provides leadership in developing comprehensive program plans as well as implementing and evaluating the planned programs for Tier II and Tier III Students
  • Train teachers on implementing language-based instructional strategies
  • Shares information about programs with various stakeholders serves as a liaison between the school system and other agencies
  • Gathers and analyzes program evaluation data
  • Coordinates and conducts professional development activities for staff working with students with special learning needs
  • Collaborates with school administrators and counselors to ensure the academic and behavioral needs of students are met
  • Consult with the School Psychologist (a direct report), learning support and guidance personnel to develop interventions based on individual student needs
  • Facilitates student support meetings
  • Recommend policies, programs, and instructional practices essential to the needs of children
  • Help teachers, parents, and administrators to understand child development and how it affects learning and behavior
  • Serve on the Admissions committee for admission decisions as needed
  • Help students effectively utilize the educational opportunities of the school
  • Member of Child Safeguarding and Crisis Management teams
  • Provide Student Support Services Program orientation to new students, their parents, and new teachers

Elementary Classroom Teacher

Ritenour School District
07.2011 - 09.2017
  • Instructed up to 24 students individually and in groups
  • Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet the needs of diverse learners
  • Experienced with cultural diversity in the school
  • Only teacher in my building with an ongoing relationship with the Litzsinger Road Ecology Center
  • Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress
  • Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health
  • Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational technology
  • Created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment for students each year
  • Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs
  • Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects
  • Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field
  • Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times
  • Implemented a language based classroom to support English Language Learners
  • Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities
  • Developed students’ computer and technology skills through demonstrations and practice
  • Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children’s literature from cultures around the world
  • Selected textbooks, equipment and other instructional materials

Administrative Internship

Ritenour School District
06.2014 - 04.2016
  • Helped plan, implement, and monitor staff development and growth activities
  • Oriented newly assigned staff members and assists in their development
  • Communicates with parents/guardians concerning student educational programs
  • Supervised and evaluated the school’s extracurricular programs
  • Assist in coordinating all testing programs at the school
  • Assist in selection and employment of school personnel
  • Assist in developing and implementing family and communityinvolvement programs and initiatives
  • Make presentations to faculty, students and parents as requested by thePrincipal
  • Created and implemented school wide schedule
  • Assisted with teacher data meetings
  • Analyzed student data
  • Supported teacher in an administrative capacity during the summer Kindergarten camp

Student Teacher

Harris Stowe State University-Student Teacher
01.2010 - 05.2010
  • Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
  • Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health
  • Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software and the Internet
  • Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines

Education

Ed.D - Educational Leadership

Maryville University
St. Louis, MO
2016

Master of Arts - Education Administration

Lindenwood University
St. Charles Mo
2012

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Harris Stowe State University
St. Louis Mo.
2010

Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communicator
  • Plans and Leads Diversity/Anti-Bias, Anti-Racism Trainings
  • Experience in Providing Equitable Education
  • Experienced with urban and diverse student populations
  • Data informed Decision Making
  • Builds strong relationships with students, parents, and teachers
  • Observe and monitor classroom instruction
  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Trauma Informed Educator
  • Experienced with adult learners
  • Advise on Diversity and Equity Issues in Policies and Practices
  • Create Anti-Bias/Anti Racism training curriculum
  • Develop Learning Strategies and Solutions
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Data Analysis
  • Positive and Encouraging Demeanor
  • Conducts professional development workshops
  • Curriculum Development and Improvement
  • Technological integration
  • Lesson Planning

Committees

Harris-Stowe State University

Higher Learning Commission Accreditation Committee

ABAR Taskforce

DeSmet Jesuit High School

Institutional Advancement Committee 2017-2018

Professional Excellence Teacher Evaluation Committee 2017-2018
Ritenour School District
District Math Committee-2012-13

Iveland Functional Behavior Assessment Committee Member-2013-2017

District Math Curriculum Review and Revision -2014-15

District Quality Curriculum-2014-2017

District Science Instructional Improvement- 2014-2017

Iveland Elementary Technology Committee 2014-15

School MAP testing building coordinator-2014-15

Iveland Black History Committee Chair-2014-2017

Iveland Leadership Committee-2015-2017

Project Lead The Way Instructor 2014-2017

Student Measures of Growth Committee-2017

STEAM Committee Chair- 2015-2017

Certification

Elementary Education grades 1-6 career certification- 10-15-2014

Principal K-8-12/23/2014

Research

April 2016

Capstone for E.d.D Leadership at Maryville University

" Examining the Relationship Between Teacher Evaluations and Student Achievement Across Student Demographics"  

Affiliations

Missouri National Education Association

Equity Exchange (St.Louis)
Diversity Awareness Partnership

Accomplishments

    Presenter at 2018 International Conference on Education Honolulu Hawaii
    "Celebrating The Greatness Within: Circle of Excellence Math and Science Academy for Boys"
    Presenter at Midwest Education Technology Community Conference 2017 and 2018
    "Digital Equity"

    Work with School and Community Leaders to Create New Partnerships

    Analyzed and redesigned Quality Control Methods to ensure complete compliance with CAPE requirements

Timeline

Diversity Equity Inclusion Consultant

Equitable-Ed
02.2021 - Current

Director of Clinical Experience,Assessment,and Certification

Harris Stowe State University
08.2018 - 01.2021

Adjunct Professor

Harris Stowe State University
05.2018 - 08.2018

Director of Student Support

De Smet Jesuit High School
07.2017 - 07.2018

Administrative Internship

Ritenour School District
06.2014 - 04.2016

Elementary Classroom Teacher

Ritenour School District
07.2011 - 09.2017

Student Teacher

Harris Stowe State University-Student Teacher
01.2010 - 05.2010

Ed.D - Educational Leadership

Maryville University

Master of Arts - Education Administration

Lindenwood University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Harris Stowe State University

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