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Marcus Tate

Morrisville,NC

Summary

Educational leader with extensive experience in day-to-day tasks such as overseeing educational programs, working in multicultural environments, managing the school budget, building school culture, ensuring compliance with educational regulations, and fostering a positive learning environment for students, faculty, and staff to grow both personally and professionally.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Educational Specialist

Community In Schools
08.2022 - Current
  • Researched, published and presented current topics of study at national and international meetings.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify at-risk students and provide targeted support for increased success.
  • Supported curriculum development professionals for healthcare and information systems.
  • Coordinated follow up and student outreach to monitor academic progress for at-risk students.
  • Managed caseload of students efficiently, ensuring timely completion of required tasks such as course registration or graduation applications.
  • Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
  • Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
  • Constructed lessons in Math, Science, English and Social Studies to remediate and extend learning.

Assistant Principal for Discipline (ISS/ALC)

Wake County Schools
07.2022 - Current
  • Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
  • Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
  • Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
  • Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
  • Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
  • Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
  • Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
  • Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
  • Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
  • Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
  • Led school-wide initiatives focused on increasing attendance rates and reducing dropout numbers.
  • Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
  • Championed extracurricular activities that promoted well-rounded student development beyond academics.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
  • Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.

Director of Operations/ Consultant

In The Gap Tutoring, Mentoring And Consultant, LLC
07.2020 - Current
  • Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
  • Spearheaded change management initiatives that facilitated organizational transformations while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
  • Contributed to talent acquisition efforts by participating in recruitment activities, identifying top candidates and facilitating smooth onboarding processes.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to enhance operational performance and achieve targets.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals and drive sustainable growth.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and identified areas for improvement to drive business success.

District-Wide Literacy Specialist/Coaching Coordinator

East Baton Rouge Parish School System
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
  • Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
  • Coordinated efforts with special education teams to ensure seamless integration of accommodations for students with diverse learning needs within the general education setting.
  • Established partnerships with community organizations to support supplemental literacy programming outside of the classroom setting.
  • Acted as a resource for colleagues, sharing best practices and innovative approaches to teaching reading and writing skills across the curriculum.
  • Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
  • Contributed to a culture of continuous improvement by participating in professional learning communities focused on refining instructional strategies and enhancing student outcomes.
  • Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
  • Increased parent engagement through consistent communication about student progress and opportunities for support at home.
  • Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
  • Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and encouraging open communication among students, staff, and parents.
  • Boosted reading comprehension skills by integrating vocabulary development and text analysis activities into daily lessons.
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.

6th/7th Grade Science/Math Lead Teacher

Wake County School Teacher
07.2017 - 06.2021
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Designed training program to teach new teachers school guidelines and increase overall success.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
  • Led a team of educators in developing cohesive curricula aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.

Mathematics Head of Department

Abu Dhabi Education Council
08.2014 - 07.2017
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Focused on developing 21st Century Skills (Creativity, Critical Thinking, Creativity and Collaboration) among students
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Instructional Coach (STEM) Teacher

Atlanta Public School System
08.2012 - 07.2014
  • Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop appropriate accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities, ensuring equal access to quality instruction.
  • Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
  • Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
  • Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
  • Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
  • Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students.
  • Increased student engagement through the implementation of innovative teaching techniques and resources.

Math Teacher/Instructional Lead Teacher

Fulton County Schools
08.2008 - 08.2012
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Led professional development workshops for fellow math teachers on integrating technology into the classroom, enhancing overall department effectiveness.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.

Literacy Specialist- (ELA) (7th Grade

Duval County Schools
08.2007 - 08.2008
  • Managed several internet-based language programs.
  • Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and assessments for struggling students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan school-wide literacy events, cultivating a culture of shared responsibility for student success in reading and writing.
  • Contributed to a culture of continuous improvement by participating in professional learning communities focused on refining instructional strategies and enhancing student outcomes.

5th Grade Teacher

Atlanta Public Schools
08.2005 - 08.2007
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
  • Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.

5th Grade Teacher

Cobb County Schools
08.2001 - 08.2005
  • Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.

Physical Distribution Manager

Unisource Worldwide
06.1992 - 06.2001
  • Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Drove operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics tools for informed strategy development.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.

Education

Doctorate of Education - Curriculum, Instruction And Assessment (ABD)

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
12.2025

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
05.2020

Specialist Degree - Educational Leadership

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA
05.1997

Skills

  • Decision-Making
  • Administrative abilities
  • Critical Thinking
  • Conflict Management Education
  • Problem-Solving
  • Academic Support
  • Leadership Qualities

Additional Information

CERTIFICATION, North Carolina, Louisiana and Georgia

  • School Administrator (P-12)
  • Early Childhood Elementary Education (K-6)
  • Middle Grades (6-9): Certified: Math, Language Arts, Science and Social Science

Timeline

Educational Specialist

Community In Schools
08.2022 - Current

Assistant Principal for Discipline (ISS/ALC)

Wake County Schools
07.2022 - Current

District-Wide Literacy Specialist/Coaching Coordinator

East Baton Rouge Parish School System
07.2021 - 07.2022

Director of Operations/ Consultant

In The Gap Tutoring, Mentoring And Consultant, LLC
07.2020 - Current

6th/7th Grade Science/Math Lead Teacher

Wake County School Teacher
07.2017 - 06.2021

Mathematics Head of Department

Abu Dhabi Education Council
08.2014 - 07.2017

Instructional Coach (STEM) Teacher

Atlanta Public School System
08.2012 - 07.2014

Math Teacher/Instructional Lead Teacher

Fulton County Schools
08.2008 - 08.2012

Literacy Specialist- (ELA) (7th Grade

Duval County Schools
08.2007 - 08.2008

5th Grade Teacher

Atlanta Public Schools
08.2005 - 08.2007

5th Grade Teacher

Cobb County Schools
08.2001 - 08.2005

Physical Distribution Manager

Unisource Worldwide
06.1992 - 06.2001

Doctorate of Education - Curriculum, Instruction And Assessment (ABD)

Walden University

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

Clark Atlanta University

Specialist Degree - Educational Leadership

Clark Atlanta University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Southern University And A & M College
Marcus Tate