Leslie Grace
Roseville,MI
Summary
Qualified educator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Polished in providing comprehensive direction to students and faculty. Effective at improving school culture, student behavior and procedures while enforcing school and district policies. Proven leader with expertise coordinating with faculty, students and community leaders to achieve program goals. Well-versed in implementing behavior plans, evaluating students' abilities and interests and collaborating with faculty to develop school programs and curriculum offerings. Committed to care, well-being and needs of students.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificate
Work History
After-School Program Director
Detroit Public Schools- Golightly Education Center
Detroit, MI
09.2022 - Current
- Provided supervision and support to group leaders, ensuring the delivery of program activities that were consistent with cultural relevance, developmental appropriateness, and organizational learning values.
- Monitored and assessed the performance of school employees.
- Determined appropriate fund allocations for purchasing classroom supplies and authorized the purchases.
- Collaborated with the administration to choose suitable vendors for after-school programs.
Director, After-School Tutoring
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Detroit, Michigan
09.2021 - Current
- Supervised afterschool tutoring staff and fostered relationships to promote a positive work/school culture.
- Utilized data analysis to identify ideal program participants, resulting in improved scores in ELA and Math
- Arranged meetings with staff to review data and monitor student progress; engaged in communication with parents, teachers, and students about the program.
- Created tools to analyze data, create class lists, create schedules, and track student progress.
- Worked to institute after school Math Push to Proficiency program with a community partner.
Transformative Engagement Leader
Detroit Public School Community District
Detroit, MI
04.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with the Office of Family and Community Engagement to spearhead the school site's professional learning and implement strategies for cultivating culturally responsive and equitable learning environments.
- Facilitated professional development for staff and spearheaded initiatives in my school focusing on equity, culture, trauma, and culturally responsive teaching.
- Coordinated professional development with school administration and the district, while documenting all work.
- Collaborated with the PBIS team to foster a positive school environment and culture that benefits all students.
Athletic Director
Detroit Public Schools- Golightly Education Center
Detroit, MI
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed orders and tracked inventory of sporting goods equipment.
- Promoted effective professional relationships with coaching staff and athletes through displaying respect, dependability, and courtesy.
- Recruited and screened professionals with expert skills for athletic department positions.
- Evaluated students' academic performance to verify eligibility and organized paperwork pertaining to annual physicals.
District Curriculum Writer
Detroit Public School Community District
Detroit, Michigan
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with Fine Arts teachers in the District to write K-8 curriculum guides for the district
- Developed curriculum and learning materials to increase comprehension
- Conducted in-depth research to write, edit, and produce a K-5 Music curriculum aligned with state benchmarks and standards
- Coached district Fine Arts teachers on new curriculum and assessments
- Developed virtual learning curriculum materials
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
05.2001
Skills
- School culture
- Team collaboration
- School community relations
- Data-driven instruction
- Curriculum development and oversight
- Staff and educator guidance
- Problem-Solving
- Educator training
Certification
Michigan School Administrator Certificate-Elementary and Secondary Admin K-12 (ES)
Michigan Professional Teaching Certificate- Music Education K- 12 (JX)
Accomplishments
2023-2025 2nd Vice President, Inkster Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Timeline
After-School Program Director - Detroit Public Schools- Golightly Education Center
09.2022 - Current
Athletic Director - Detroit Public Schools- Golightly Education Center
09.2022 - 08.2023
Director, After-School Tutoring - Detroit Public Schools Community District
09.2021 - Current
Transformative Engagement Leader - Detroit Public School Community District
04.2021 - Current
District Curriculum Writer - Detroit Public School Community District
02.2019 - 04.2020
American College of Education - Master of Arts, Educational Leadership
Kentucky State University - Bachelor of Arts, Music Education