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Mandy Edwards

Katy,TX

Summary

Dynamic instructional leader with 25 years of experience in education, adept at leveraging KISD’s student assessment data platform to analyze and interpret data that drives instructional improvement. Proven expertise in developing and delivering professional learning, coaching educators, and collaborating effectively with administrators. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills facilitate clear conveyance of ideas and promote effective use of online assessment platforms. Committed to a proactive approach in identifying and addressing challenges, with a focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Instructional Coach

Morton Ranch Elementary (Katy ISD)
01.2020 - Current
  • Provide job-embedded coaching and mentoring to educators, focusing on research-based instructional strategies.
  • Lead professional development on assessments, differentiated instruction, student engagement, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborate with administrators to design and implement curriculum improvements.
  • Utilize coaching cycles to enhance teacher reflection and practice, resulting in measurable student growth.
  • Facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to encourage collaborative teaching and continuous professional learning.

Instructional Coach / Lead Teacher

Red Rock Elementary (Bastrop ISD)
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Mentored early-career and veteran teachers, improving pedagogical practices and classroom management strategies.
  • Facilitated instructional planning that improved teacher effectiveness scores.
  • Conducted classroom observations and provided actionable feedback to drive instructional improvements.
  • Partnered with leadership teams to align instructional practices with school improvement goals.
  • Assisted new teachers in acclimating quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.

Classroom Teaching Experience

Katy Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2015
  • Kindergarten, Kilpatrick Elementary 2007-2015
  • Second Grade, Kilpatrick Elementary 2003-2007
  • Fourth Grade, Mayde Creek Elementary 2000-2003

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Lamar University
Beaumont
05-2000

Skills

  • KISD Student Assessment Data Platform Expertise
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Professional Development Facilitation
  • Closely Working with School Improvement Teams
  • Collaborative Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Curriculum Alignment
  • Instructional Coaching & Mentorship
  • Teacher Capacity Building
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Management Strategies
  • Educational Technology Integration

Certification

  • Elementary Early Childhood Education Grades (PK-6) – Texas State Board of Education
  • Elementary Self-Contained Grades (PK-6) – Texas State Board of Education
  • English as a Second Language Grades (PK-6) – Texas State Board of Education

Timeline

Instructional Coach

Morton Ranch Elementary (Katy ISD)
01.2020 - Current

Instructional Coach / Lead Teacher

Red Rock Elementary (Bastrop ISD)
01.2015 - 01.2020

Classroom Teaching Experience

Katy Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Lamar University

Achievements

Instructional Coach Finalist 2025 (Katy ISD), Elementary Teacher of the Year 2018 (Bastrop ISD), Innovative Teaching Award Recipient, Curriculum Council Katy ISD, District Level Trainer of Trainers Katy ISD, Katy ISD Future Ready Committee, Literacy Content Leader, Fund for Teachers Grant Recipient

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