Michael Little
NEW YORK,NY
Summary
I am dynamic educator, community leader, filled of multiple transferable talents. The accomplishments and experience enclosed are trends of hard work, leadership, and commitment to change, equity, and excellence for a plethora of teams and communities. I have had a significant impact to the academic experience of various styles of learners, specifically in urban education settings, and have assisted in the development of an academic culture of achievement and positive school school culture within each of the schools and organizations that I have been fortunate to teach and lead in. My work comes with years of experience as a school leader, instructional leadership coach, education advocate, and change agent. I have a plethora of knowledge and believe in creating a high bar of excellence, intentional systems and expectations, and the importance of modeling a growth and collegial mindset. I am currently on the continued path to maximize my impact, sharing leadership, creativity/innovation, and best practices to grow your organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Leadership Coach & Consultant
Leading Educators
New York, NY
08.2023 - Current
- In this role I have a proven track record of empowering educators to enhance their instructional practices, foster professional growth, and drive academic success. I am valued as a member of the team who leverages my expertise in educational leadership, curriculum development, and coaching methodologies to inspire and support educators in achieving their full potential.
- Partnerships: Supported NYC DOE (District 5- Harlem-NY,NY) and the implementation of HMH Into Reading Curriculum and 6 strategic shifts to align with the NY Reads initiative. Developed essential partnerships and exceptional rapport with school teams, community, and district stakeholders.
- Instructional Coaching: Provided personalized, evidence-based coaching to educators, focusing on instructional strategies, pedagogy, and content expertise to improve teaching practices and student outcomes.
- Professional Development: Designed and delivered engaging in person and virtual professional development sessions, workshops, and seminars aligned to academic goals, coaching cycles, and various school-based and district needs. Increasing instructional best practices and strategies, session participation and satisfaction consistently.
- Data-Driven Approach: Analyzed student achievement data and classroom observations to identify trends, develop targeted interventions alongside school teams, and created actionable plans to enhance teaching and leadership methodologies and student learning experiences.
- Implemented Effective Coaching Models: Spearheaded the implementation of a coaching framework resulting in an increase in teacher efficacy and student engagement, teacher-leader capacity, leading to improved academic performance across multiple subjects.
- Developed Targeted Professional Development Programs: Designed and delivered tailored professional development sessions resulting in an increase of instructional best practices and strategies.
Academic Dean (Vice Principal)
Achievement First Public Charter Schools, North Brooklyn Prep
Brooklyn, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Managed academic curricula (Humanities) and recommended curricula revisions to improve student learning outcomes.
- Improved the academic performance of struggling grades in 2 Achievement First middle schools.
- Developed and used assessment instruments to monitor student learning results, creating data driven plans to drive coaching and instructional support for teachers and students.
- Guided instruction with weekly observation and feedback rounds and mentoring instructors to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness (Instruction and Classroom Environment).
- Coordinated with fellow leadership team members to identify skill or knowledge gaps and implement essential professional development needs.
- Collaborated with academic departments to analyze and respond to data, aiming to close the academic achievement gap on end of year summative/benchmark assessments.
- Served as a grade level liaison to establish clear academic and student culture experience vision, goals, and expectations for both students and instructors- creating a positive culture of achievement and investment. In this role I provided coaching and dean of school culture support for the grade team chair, team of instructors, and students- consistently reflecting and revitalizing adult and student culture.
Principal Fellow (Interim Principal)
Uncommon Schools
New York, NY
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Provided exemplary leadership to school community members to achieve outstanding performance, preparing each student for college and/or career choice.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community stakeholders.
- Demonstrated a relentless commitment to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of school.
- Developed and communicated strategic school systems, culture, and vision, and established consistent norms to achieve that vision.
- Implemented effective assessment systems and use of data to inform decisions.
- Conducted consistent teacher observations and provided real-time feedback to move the needle on student achievement.
- Oversaw faculty and staff, including recruitment, evaluation, retention, and fully responsible for professional development, observation & feedback, curriculum development, organization communication, and program decisions.
- Fostered a commitment among staff to the development and fulfillment of the school’s mission and objectives;
- Held school community members and stakeholders accountable for meeting a high bar for student performance and excellence.
Lead Instructor ELA (5-8) & Instructional Coach
Uncommon Schools, Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate
Brooklyn, NY
07.2014 - 07.2021
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Planned and implemented a rigorous academic curriculum using various teaching strategies, assessments, data, and tools to meet diverse student needs.
- Highly Effective classroom instructor, who has been able to close academic achievement gaps for 7 years consecutively. Meeting learning goals of at least 80% of students achieving mastery on end of year summative assessments.
- Worked with faculty, students and administrators to evaluate and improve program outcomes.
- Differentiated instruction to provide inclusive learning opportunities catered to varying abilities.
- Instructional Coach of Humanities (English Language Arts & History), developing highly effective teachers and leaders.
- Used data to analyze academic trends to identify instructional improvement opportunities.
Dean of Students (Grades 6&8)
Uncommon Schools, Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate
Brooklyn, NY
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Partnered with the Principal and Director of Operations to create a school culture where students are actively engaged in academics and excited to come to school and feel valued within their academic and social environments
- Upheld commitment to educational excellence by promoting and establishing atmosphere of mutual respect and trust between students, faculty and parents.
- Implemented and coordinated various culture activities and events, increasing overall student morale and experience.
- Decreased student discipline rates 40% by implementing effective and appropriate management strategies, and provided consistent professional development for school teams in order to execute as envisioned.
Corps Member
Teach For America
Charlotte, NC
05.2012 - 06.2014
- Selected from over 44,000 applicants nationwide to join the national teacher corps of 4,000 recent college graduates and professionals who commit two years to teach in under-resourced public schools.
- Participated in an intensive training program to develop the skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement.
- Engaged in a full schedule of professional development activities including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, individual and group reflections, readings, and learning teams specific to teaching license area.
Lead Instructor History (6-8)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, Kennedy Middle School
Charlotte, NC
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Established adaptable and flexible teaching strategies to shift strategies according to learning environments.
- Applied many pedagogical methodologies to improve learning development among every type of student.
- Supported departmental program development, curriculum planning and committees with subject matter expertise and knowledge.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of 21st century learning techniques.
- Engaged students through lecture and discourse and project based learning, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership & Administration
George Washington University, The
Washington, DC05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts: Sociology
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05.2012
National Principal Academy Fellowship
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NYSkills
- Growth Mindset, Collaborative, Friendly, and Mission Driven
- Creative and take ownership
- Professional Training & Development
- Critical Thinker & Solutions Oriented
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office, G-Suite, Linux iOS
- Team Management & Consulting
- Curriculum Development and Implementation
- Data-Driven Instruction and Analysis
- Public Speaking & Facilitation
- Classroom & Virtual Instruction
- Instructional Leadership, Coaching/Support
- Classroom & Systems Management
- Culturally Responsive Engagement & Social Emotional Learning Instructional Methods
- Partnership, Project & Operations Management
- Education Policy
- Principal, Teacher, and School Leadership Development and Consulting
Accomplishments
- Relay Graduate School of Education: National Principal Academy Fellows Program Completion
- Uncommon Schools: 5 Years of Service Award (2019)
- Teach for America: 25th Anniversary Regional & National Alumni Recognition of Service Award
- Dr. William R.Harvey: Executive Leadership Summit
- Uncommon Schools: Summer Teaching Fellows (New Teacher Coach and Mentor), Award Recipient
- Named Highly Effective and Distinguished Teacher (2016)
- Closed the academic achievement gap for 10+ consecutive years as a distinguished teacher and instructional leader.
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated, Member
Certification
- Google: Foundations for AI Educators
- PlayLab AI for Educators
Timeline
Instructional Leadership Coach & Consultant
Leading Educators
08.2023 - Current
Academic Dean (Vice Principal)
Achievement First Public Charter Schools, North Brooklyn Prep
07.2021 - Current
Principal Fellow (Interim Principal)
Uncommon Schools
07.2018 - 07.2020
Dean of Students (Grades 6&8)
Uncommon Schools, Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate
07.2016 - 07.2018
Lead Instructor ELA (5-8) & Instructional Coach
Uncommon Schools, Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate
07.2014 - 07.2021
Lead Instructor History (6-8)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, Kennedy Middle School
07.2012 - 06.2014
Corps Member
Teach For America
05.2012 - 06.2014
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership & Administration
George Washington University, The
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts: Sociology
Hampton University
National Principal Academy Fellowship
Relay Graduate School of Education
- Google: Foundations for AI Educators
- PlayLab AI for Educators
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