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Margaret Argent

Nashville

Summary

Accomplished instructional leader with expertise in data-driven curriculum design and performance analysis, honed at KIPP Nashville Public Schools. Skilled in e-learning development and stakeholder engagement, achieving a 70% mastery rate on assessments. Proficient in LMS and multimedia tools, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement through innovative training solutions.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Team Lead (Grade Level Chair)

KIPP Nashville Public Schools
06.2025 - Current
  • Led a cross-functional team of professionals to implement organizational processes and performance initiatives, resulting in 95%+ team retention and consistent alignment with company-wide strategic goals.
  • Designed and facilitated recurring team meetings focused on performance metrics, behavior management protocols, and inclusive practices; documented agendas and action items to ensure accountability and follow-through.
  • Developed and executed recognition programs, team-building initiatives, and quarterly engagement events to improve morale and drive participation across key initiatives.
  • Analyzed operational and behavioral performance data to identify trends, set strategic goals, and coach team members through feedback cycles—leading to measurable improvements in execution and engagement.
  • Managed internal communication strategies, including stakeholder newsletters, proactive outreach, and issue resolution—ensuring 100% of key stakeholders received regular, positive engagement each quarter.
  • Served as a contributing member of the leadership team, modeling best practices in operational excellence and culture-building; helped maintain a 80%+ positive satisfaction rate across monthly engagement surveys.

Instructional Design & Training Apprentice

ByeTeaching
11.2024 - Current
  • Developed educator-facing training materials, including quick reference guides, training videos, and e-learning content to support teaching staff.
  • Designed instructional content using Scribe and Snagit, creating clear and engaging materials that support educator success.
  • Gained hands-on experience with onboarding development, LMS platforms, and instructional technology, contributing to improved educator engagement.
  • Trained in instructional technology to support data-driven instructional approaches, enhancing teacher performance and learning outcomes.

Lead Teacher

KIPP Nashville Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
  • Developed and executed a data-informed curriculum using guided inquiry and collaborative learning techniques, helping teams meet a 50% mastery benchmark on regional performance assessments while increasing engagement across diverse learner groups.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with subject matter experts to implement personalized learning and feedback-driven development, leading to a 70% mastery rate on training assessments and driving a culture of continuous improvement across teams.
  • Designed data-informed training materials based on learner assessments and feedback, resulting in a 10% increase in content mastery on unit training evaluations across teams.
  • Delivered data-informed training materials that increased educator content mastery by 10% on quarterly assessments.
  • Coordinated logistics for professional development sessions serving 132 stakeholders, streamlining resource prep and daily feedback collection through Mastery Connect, which contributed to consistent gains in performance mastery metrics.
  • Designed and facilitated 20+ targeted training sessions using GSuite, Canva, Screencastify, and Mastery Connect to address learning gaps and misconceptions, driving a 20–30% increase in teaching effectiveness on quarterly benchmarks over one academic year.
  • Produced asynchronous training videos featuring read-alouds and visual supports using Screencastify, designed to improve content accessibility for English language learners and learners with disabilities, resulting in more consistent engagement and comprehension across diverse teams.

Regional Content Lead

KIPP Nashville Public Schools
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Analyzed interim assessment data to identify instructional gaps, resulting in a 20% performance increase through strategic planning and targeted professional development.
  • Facilitated bi-weekly data review meetings across 3 campuses to evaluate training implementation and assessment outcomes, identifying educator development needs that contributed to achieving regional 50% mastery targets.
  • Coordinated 10+ professional development and training sessions using Microsoft Teams, G Suite, and Screencastify to ensure timely delivery of regional content, driving a 30–40% improvement in performance metrics over one academic year.
  • Reviewed and enhanced self-developed training materials using unit assessment data, providing actionable feedback that contributed to a 10% improvement in key performance benchmarks.
  • Designed and delivered 20+ data-driven professional development sessions across multiple campuses, leveraging implementation data to enhance instructional best practices and improve regional program alignment, resulting in 70% mastery on quarterly assessments.

Lead Teacher

LEAD Public Schools
07.2020 - 05.2022
  • Monitored and analyzed performance and engagement data for 100+ learners, identifying trends to adapt instructional strategies and boost engagement and growth across key performance indicators.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with stakeholders through email campaigns, newsletters, and direct outreach to align on learning goals, gather feedback, and drive progress across training initiatives.
  • Developed accessible digital learning materials and e-learning modules using multimedia tools to support diverse learner needs, improving performance outcomes and training retention.
  • Designed and produced asynchronous training videos with Screencastify and managed content rollout via Google Classroom, ensuring consistent access and learner engagement across remote and in-person environments.
  • Achieved top-quartile performance ratings based on standardized evaluation metrics, reflecting excellence in content delivery, learner engagement, and data-informed training design.

Education

Secondary Education

University of North Alabama
Florence, AL
12-2019

Skills

  • Instructional Design & Content Development
  • Performance Analysis & Improvement
  • Training Facilitation & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Data-Driven Decision Making & Evaluation
  • Adult Learning Principles & Curriculum Design
  • E-Learning Development (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Rise, Scribe, Snagit)
  • Learning Management Systems (LMS) & Instructional Technology
  • Multimedia Tools & Technology (Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, Renaissance Screencastify)
  • Project Management & Collaboration

Timeline

Instructional Team Lead (Grade Level Chair)

KIPP Nashville Public Schools
06.2025 - Current

Instructional Design & Training Apprentice

ByeTeaching
11.2024 - Current

Regional Content Lead

KIPP Nashville Public Schools
08.2023 - 05.2025

Lead Teacher

KIPP Nashville Public Schools
07.2022 - Current

Lead Teacher

LEAD Public Schools
07.2020 - 05.2022

Secondary Education

University of North Alabama

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