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Carol Ann Paul

Education
30112 Apple Grove Way, Flat Rock,MI

Summary

Candidate with strong interpersonal skills and applied knowledge of state and federal programs, qualitative and quantitative research practices, and program implementation. Proudly holds Michigan administrator and teacher certificates. Along with endorsements in Early Childhood (ZA), Elementary K-5 (ZG), English as a Second Language (NS), Reading Specialist (BR), and Science (DX).

Work History

Educational Improvement Consultant

Wayne RESA
Wayne, MI
05.2021 - Current
  • Manage development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives across K-12 settings with historically marginalized students.
  • Team with school leaders in Wayne County to determine annual student and teacher growth targets and outline needed quality improvements.
  • Provide technical assistance in the K-12 setting to inform program design and improve organizational strategies through the Michigan Continuous Improvement Process.
  • Provide professional learning through communications, testimony, publications, and conferences in professional and practitioner settings.
  • Support school and district leaders to manage and allocate state and federal funding effectively.
  • Enrolled in Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity (SEED)
  • Enrolled in the MI Implementation Specialist Micro-Credentialing Program through NIRN
  • Trainer for Trauma Informed Instruction
  • Trainer for Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines (CSTAG)

Executive Director of Student Achievement

Hamtramck Public Schools
Hamtramck, MI
07.2020 - 05.2021
  • Elevated from Curriculum, State, and Program Specialist to Executive Director.
  • Worked collaboratively with schools to implement and test strategies that improved teaching and learning for historically marginalized students, which resulted in the highest student growth rates in Wayne County.
  • Led interdisciplinary teams using trend data to inform K-12 program design and organizational strategies.
  • Developed and monitored the following state and federal grants within the MEGS system: Title I, II, III, IV, VI, 31a, Section 41, GEERS, Additional Time Grant, and Curriculum Budget.
  • Prepared and passed state and local audits performed by fiscal management company and the Michigan Department of Education.
  • During the pandemic, led the school district in moving to an online learning model.
  • During the pandemic, led an interdisciplinary team that created several iterations of the Return to Learn Plan for state review.
  • During the pandemic, led an interdisciplinary team to develop a hyflex model.
  • Evaluated Directors and Instructional Coaches using the Danielson Framework.
  • Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing and saved the HPS over 50,000.
  • Trimmed and aligned resources across several schools, saving the district 250,000 from the general budget.
  • Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites, and print media to educate parents and community.
  • Organized, planned, and delivered professional learning opportunities for all schools within the district, including the 1st conference-style and online professional development for the district.

Curriculum, State, and Federal Programs Specialist

Hamtramck Public Schools
Hamtramck, MI
07.2019 - 07.2020
  • Visited schools and classrooms regularly to ensure proper implementation of programs and instructional, research-based practices.
  • Monitored PARS and Semi-Annual Certifications
  • Created budgets and submitted the Consolidated Application
  • Developed, implemented and evaluated high-quality, research-based professional learning.
  • Directed long-range planning, organization, evaluation and coordination of district's educational and special funded programs.
  • Led districtwide continuous improvement of student achievement.

English Language Arts Consultant

Same Page Educational Consulting, LLC
Flat Rock, MI
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Collaborated in schools with high populations of historically marginalized students.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Engaged with teachers and administrators to address challenges they faced and worked collaboratively with them to develop solutions.
  • Built strong relational trust and led teams, which contributed to the professional development of staff.
  • Provided engaging and comprehensive professional development based on adult learning theory.
  • Supported teacher skill development in alignment with professional goals.
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.

Curriculum, State, and Federal Programs Director

Summit Academy
Romulus, MI
08.2013 - 03.2018
  • Elevated from K-12 District Reading Coach to Curriculum, State, and Federal Programs Director
  • Led and carried out oversight responsibilities related to authorization and renewal of Charter School with CMU.
  • Developed, planned, and organized professional learning opportunities for all schools, which led to an increase in teachers expressing satisfaction with evaluations.
  • Developed Coaching program laying out frameworks and defining roles.
  • Frequent contact with the Michigan Department of Education staff about state and federal programs.
  • Developed and monitored the following grants in the MEGS system: Title I, II, III, IV, VI, 31a, Section 41, TRIG, and Additional Instructional Time Grants.
  • Oversaw state and federal budgets, schedules, and staffing to ensure high-quality programming.
  • Improved success of math fluency by making proactive adjustments to curriculum as noted through NWEA Math scores.
  • Met with constituents to discuss important issues and determine need.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.

K-12 District Reading Coach

Summit Academy
Romulus, M
01.2012 - 08.2013
  • Elevated from Elementary Teacher to K-12 District Reading Coach.
  • Developed, organized, and managed day-to-day operations of Reading K-12 programs.
  • Provided professional learning for teachers and support staff in the form of Coaching, workshops, PLCs.
  • Trained and supported teachers, paraprofessionals, instructional support staff as to procedures and materials for all instructional programs.
  • Collected and analyzed data for student/teacher growth and program evaluation.
  • Provided proper care, management and reasonable security for all Title I property (equipment, supplies, and inventories).

Elementary Educator

Summit Academy
Flat Rock, MI
07.2010 - 01.2012
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.

Adjunct Instructor, English

Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI
08.2006 - 01.2012
  • Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives for historically marginalized students (English Learners).
  • Transitioned course material and applied technological options for online teaching.
  • Consistently communicated with students to acknowledge and reward positive strides and discuss areas of improvement.
  • Developed and implemented reading and writing curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
  • Identified, selected, and modified instructional resources to meet the needs of adult learners with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.

Elementary Classroom Teacher

Summit Academy
Romulus, MI
07.2010 - 01.2011
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal, which led to highest growth rate in the district as indicated on the school performance test.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.

Re-Teacher

Romulus School District (West Educational Leasing)
Romulus, MI
01.2008 - 06.2009
  • As a certified Reading Specialist, planned and implemented interventions for students in reading.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.

Curriculum Writer

Complete Curriculum
Gibraltar, MI
08.2006 - 08.2008
  • Wrote student and teacher curricular materials that aligned to standards and design specifications.
  • Responded to suggestions, feedback, and editing of my writing and curriculum development.
  • Communicated with Editor about progress and deadlines.

Substitute Teacher

Woodhaven-brownstown School District
Woodhaven, MI
09.2006 - 06.2007
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Elementary School Teacher

Summit Academy
Flat Rock, MI
06.2004 - 08.2006
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
  • Taught core subjects of english language arts, math, science, technology, and history.

Long-Term Certified Substitute Teacher

Summit Academy
Flat Rock, MI
12.2003 - 06.2004
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.

Substitute Teacher

Huron School District
New Boston, MI
09.2002 - 06.2003
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Substitute Teacher

Woodhaven-Brownstown School District
Woodhaven, MI
09.2002 - 06.2003
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Dance Instructor

Sherry's Academy Of Dance
Carleton, MI
08.1998 - 08.1999
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Adhered to studio guidelines and legal requirements.

Substitute Teacher

Huron School District
New Boston, MI
09.1998 - 07.1999
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Substitute Janitor

Huron School District
New Boston, MI
09.1998 - 06.1999
  • Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
  • Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in school buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.

Education

Ph.D. - K-12 Studies in Education

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
01.2018 - Current

Administration Certificate - K-12 Educational Leadership

Concordia University
Ann Arbor, MI
04.2015 - 04.2016

Education Specialist - Teaching English As A Second Language (EL)

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
01.2008 - 08.2013

Master of Arts - Reading Teacher Education

University of Michigan - Dearborn
Dearborn, MI
08.2003 - 08.2007

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
08.2000 - 06.2003

Timeline

Educational Improvement Consultant

Wayne RESA
05.2021 - Current

Executive Director of Student Achievement

Hamtramck Public Schools
07.2020 - 05.2021

Curriculum, State, and Federal Programs Specialist

Hamtramck Public Schools
07.2019 - 07.2020

English Language Arts Consultant

Same Page Educational Consulting, LLC
03.2018 - 07.2019

Ph.D. - K-12 Studies in Education

Capella University
01.2018 - Current

Administration Certificate - K-12 Educational Leadership

Concordia University
04.2015 - 04.2016

Curriculum, State, and Federal Programs Director

Summit Academy
08.2013 - 03.2018

K-12 District Reading Coach

Summit Academy
01.2012 - 08.2013

Elementary Educator

Summit Academy
07.2010 - 01.2012

Elementary Classroom Teacher

Summit Academy
07.2010 - 01.2011

Re-Teacher

Romulus School District (West Educational Leasing)
01.2008 - 06.2009

Education Specialist - Teaching English As A Second Language (EL)

Wayne State University
01.2008 - 08.2013

Substitute Teacher

Woodhaven-brownstown School District
09.2006 - 06.2007

Adjunct Instructor, English

Henry Ford College
08.2006 - 01.2012

Curriculum Writer

Complete Curriculum
08.2006 - 08.2008

Elementary School Teacher

Summit Academy
06.2004 - 08.2006

Long-Term Certified Substitute Teacher

Summit Academy
12.2003 - 06.2004

Master of Arts - Reading Teacher Education

University of Michigan - Dearborn
08.2003 - 08.2007

Substitute Teacher

Huron School District
09.2002 - 06.2003

Substitute Teacher

Woodhaven-Brownstown School District
09.2002 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Eastern Michigan University
08.2000 - 06.2003

Substitute Teacher

Huron School District
09.1998 - 07.1999

Substitute Janitor

Huron School District
09.1998 - 06.1999

Dance Instructor

Sherry's Academy Of Dance
08.1998 - 08.1999

Affiliations

  • Member of the NAACP 2021-2023
  • Office Personnel Chair for the Michigan Reading Association 2020-Present
  • Michigan Reading Association Member 2007-Present
  • Past-president of the Michigan Reading Association 2019-2020
  • President of the Michigan Reading Association 2018-2019
  • 62nd Annual conference Chair for the Michigan Reading Association 2017-2018
  • President Elect of the Michigan Reading Association 2017-2018
  • Vice President of the Michigan Reading Association 2016-2017
  • Summit Literature Conference Chair of the Michigan Reading Association 2015-2017
  • Past Michigan Educational Policy Fellow 2016-2017

Accomplishments

  • 2015 Mom's Choice Award in the juvenile chapter book division
  • Authored juvenile fiction chapter book: Paul, C. (2015). Breaking Wind: Kites, Naan Bread, and Friendship. Northville, MI: Ferne Press.
  • Literacy Leader of the Year, Michigan Reading Association
  • 2010 Adult Educator Award Recipient, Adult Literacy Association

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education

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