Marissa Gray
Newport News,Virginia
Summary
I have been the Director of Educational Services at Sylvan Learning Center, where I excel in instructional coaching and collaborative problem-solving with my staff.
I am an educational leader with proven expertise in driving academic success and fostering a collaborative environment among staff, parents and students. I have years of knowledge in curriculum development, strategic planning, and staff training. I am known for adaptability and achieving results through team collaboration and innovative solutions using strong communication and problem-solving abilities to ensure effective management and growth. I work with my staff to develop and align earning programs and instruction to achieve the specific goals.
I schedule approximately 90-110 students weekly for instruction, as well as ensuring the staff schedule meets the needs of students. I am able to think on my feet to problem-solve to ensure needs are being met while utilizing all staff to maintain revenue.
I pride myself on being a good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement while being decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Director of Educational Services
Sylvan Learning Center
12.2022 - Current
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Strengthened curriculum design by collaborating with faculty and implementing innovative teaching methodologies.
- Managed scheduling processes to maximize instructional time while balancing extracurricular activities and staffing constraints effectively.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Lead programming implementation aligned with federal grants.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Guided teachers in incorporating differentiated instruction techniques into their lessons to cater to diverse learning styles.
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Leading regular meetings with faculty members to discuss best practices in education delivery methods; provided constructive feedback to promote improvements.
- Developed engaging and effective curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.
- Proactively identified areas where additional resources were needed; secured funding through grants or reallocating existing budgets.
- Implemented rigorous personalized academic programs while maintaining flexibility in instructional approaches to accommodate diverse student needs.
- Fostered individual relationships with students and families using personalized emails and in person progress updates.
- Planned successful events, enhancing community engagement in educational programs and raising awareness about center offerings.
- Enhanced overall educational quality by evaluating and refining instructional programs based on data-driven assessments.
- Through consistent monitoring of progress indicators, facilitated data-driven decision-making processes across various departments.
- Prepared action plans to address concerns by streamlining communication between schools, resulting in increased collaboration and efficiency.
- Directed the creation of assessment tools to evaluate student progress, informing targeted interventions for struggling learners.
Educator
Poquoson City Schools
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Coordinated with special education staff to ensure accommodations were effectively implemented for students with various IEPs within my inclusion classroom and during year of virtual instruction.
- Mentored 4 new teachers a year on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Mentored 2 student teachers during remote leaning and transitioning into classroom.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
- Served as a member of the school's leadership team (VTS) for 2, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Maintained patience and professionalism in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curriculum.
Educator
Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Easily acclimated to new grade-levels
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
- Integrated feedback from students and parents to continuously improve teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Implemented classroom technology to enhance learning and make lessons more accessible to all students.
- Enhanced student critical thinking skills through problem-based learning activities.
- Led professional development workshops, sharing innovative teaching strategies with peers.
- Guided students in setting and achieving personal and academic goals.
- Organized extracurricular clubs; 3 years of running club and activities; spring and winter community 5ks.
- Facilitated positive learning environment, establishing clear expectations and supportive classroom culture.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum and share best teaching practices, improving overall department effectiveness.
- Boosted student reading comprehension with targeted literacy interventions.
- Coordinated with special education staff to ensure accommodations were effectively implemented for students with various types IEPs all 7 years.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA2000
Master of Arts - English Literature
Ohio University
Athens, OH1991
Skills
- Instructional coaching
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Staff development
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational leadership
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Strategic planning
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Crisis Counselor Certification
- Dyslexic Learning Certification
- Trauma Training
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Location
On-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementCompany CulturePaid time off401k matchPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsTimeline
Director of Educational Services
Sylvan Learning Center
12.2022 - Current
Educator
Poquoson City Schools
08.2018 - 12.2022
Educator
Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2018
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Crisis Counselor Certification
- Dyslexic Learning Certification
- Trauma Training
Master of Arts - Education
California University of Pennsylvania
Master of Arts - English Literature
Ohio University
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