Marvette Washington

Innovative educational leader committed to elevating student achievement and community engagement. Spearheaded initiatives that resulted in significant growth in academic performance and family involvement, utilizing data analysis and targeted coaching to drive instructional quality and support systems. Recognized for cultivating a positive school culture that prioritizes student success.

• Two-time Teacher of the Year: James J. Davis Elementary and Joseph Shanklin Elementary
• Lead Teacher | PBIS Implementation Chair | Member, Palmetto State Teacher’s Association
• South Carolina Association of School Principals

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Google Classroom
• PowerSchool
• Schoology
• Edmodo
• Rubicon Atlas
• ActivInspire
• Internet Research & Digital Collaboration Tools

• Professional Teaching Certificate - South Carolina Department of Education
• Early Childhood, Elementary, Gifted & Talented Endorsement
• Read to Succeed | Literacy Coach Endorsed (2021)
• Enhanced ADEPT Evaluator | ADEPT Evaluator | Certified SAFE-T Evaluator
• TAP Evaluator & Mentor Teacher | School Mentor Teacher
• CPI Certified | Reading First Literacy | Daily Cafe Certified | Ron Clark Academy Slide Certified

• Instructional Leadership & Teacher Coaching
• School Improvement & Strategic Planning
• Special Education & Multilingual Learner Support
• Student Achievement & Data Analysis
• Positive School Culture & Climate
• Family & Community Engagement
• Behavior Systems & Progressive Discipline
• Teacher Support Plans & Professional Growth
• Stakeholder Communication & Presentations
• MTSS, Student Services & Intervention
• Compliance, Safety & School Operations
• Team Building & Staff Development

• ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, Lady's Island Middle School, Beaufort County School District, 07/01/25, Present, Beaufort, SC, Serve as one of three assistant principals in a middle school setting, providing leadership for Special Education, Multilingual Learners, 7th grade, instructional supervision, student support, school improvement, and stakeholder engagement., Provide leadership and supervision for Special Education, Multilingual Learners, and 7th grade, aligning student supports with schoolwide improvement priorities and equitable access to instruction., Monitor instruction through scheduled observations, walkthroughs, coaching sessions, and feedback conferences focused on instructional quality, classroom management, and student engagement., Coach teachers in strengthening instructional practices, aligning lessons to student needs, and using feedback to support professional growth and improved outcomes., Develop individualized teacher support plans for staff needing additional assistance, including targeted strategies, follow-up coaching, and progress monitoring., Analyze academic, behavioral, and subgroup data to support school improvement decisions, intervention planning, staff presentations, and community communication., Support the principal in decision-making related to academic achievement, behavioral systems, student support, daily operations, and continuous school improvement., Collaborate with the School Improvement Council, district personnel, and school stakeholders to support efforts connected to moving the school forward from ATSI status., Assist the School Improvement Council in developing and monitoring two major goals focused on family engagement and community support., Support a food distribution initiative that served 171 families during the initial drive, strengthening school-community relationships and wraparound support for families., Contribute to strategies to increase parent survey participation so the school can gather more reliable feedback on family concerns, needs, and perceptions.
• ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, Robert Smalls Leadership Academy, Beaufort County School District, 01/01/21, 07/01/25, Beaufort, SC, Served as an instructional leader focused on academic achievement, school culture, teacher development, strategic planning, and program oversight for grades 6-8 in a Title I school setting., Led progress-monitoring systems by guiding teachers in identifying priority standards, creating common assessments, and using data-analysis protocols for targeted reteaching., Oversaw schoolwide implementation of 30-60-90 day strategic planning with emphasis on student engagement, instructional accountability, and performance improvement., Supported measurable achievement growth across state-tested areas, including gains in ELA, mathematics, and science from 2021-2025 state assessment data., Established a district-recognized new teacher mentor program that strengthened onboarding, teacher support, and retention efforts., Built strong teacher relationships through structured one-on-one conferences to support growth, improve morale, and increase accountability., Developed and empowered teacher leaders as grade-level and content chairs to build sustainable instructional capacity., Supervised athletics programming, contributing to two county championships and the launch of a new baseball team., Implemented parent and student recognition nights that strengthened school culture and generated additional athletic department revenue.
• DIRECTOR, Shanklin Boys & Girls Club, 01/01/16, 01/01/21, Beaufort, SC, Led planning, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of youth-centered programs focused on leadership, education, arts, wellness, and community partnership., Increased parent involvement from 20% to 100% through intentional outreach, communication, and relationship-building strategies., Launched an innovative reward system for staff and students to promote positive behavior, motivation, and program engagement., Transitioned documentation to electronic systems, improving organization, access, and operational efficiency., Advocated for employee wage increases and budget efficiency while maintaining program quality and accountability., Led public relations and partnership outreach that increased club visibility, community trust, and program impact.
• ELEMENTARY TEACHER, Beaufort County School District, 01/01/01, 01/01/21, Beaufort, SC, Created inclusive, engaging learning environments for diverse learners while supporting curriculum design, literacy initiatives, differentiation, and peer mentoring., Designed creative lesson plans that promoted critical thinking, inquiry, collaboration, and problem-solving., Integrated cross-curricular strategies and data-driven instruction to increase student achievement and engagement., Implemented research-based practices, instructional technology, differentiation, and enrichment strategies to meet varied student needs., Participated in curriculum design, literacy initiatives, mentoring, PBIS implementation, and school-based leadership opportunities.