Morgana Schlick
Reading,PA
Summary
Innovative Educational Leader specializing in curriculum and instructional leadership. Expertise in data analysis and stakeholder collaboration drives the development of professional development programs that enhance teacher effectiveness and boost student outcomes. Focused on equity and systems thinking, leveraging strategic initiatives to achieve measurable results.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Development Facilitator
Reading High School
Reading, USA
09.2025 - Current
- Led systemwide instructional initiatives, including curricular resource implementation and instructional framework rollout.
- Designed and delivered monthly professional development sessions focused on common assessment design and asset-oriented practices.
- Conducted structured coaching cycles for new teachers every fall and spring, enhancing instructional practices through a student-data coaching model.
- Provided individualized coaching to support teacher growth plans.
- Developed new teacher induction presentations and follow-up coaching materials, facilitating effective onboarding for new educators.
- Partnered with science, art, world languages, and tech education teachers to enhance instructional practices and integrate disciplinary literacy.
- Supported collaborative teams (PLCs) in making data-driven decisions, improving overall instructional effectiveness across the district.
- Managed district curricular resources, ensuring support for physical materials and digital platforms (Lexia, IXL, LinkIt!).
Science Teacher & Department Head
Central Middle School
Reading, USA
09.2018 - 01.2025
- Taught 8th-grade physical science in 2018 and 7th-grade life science from 2019 to 2025.
- Directed curriculum planning and aligned instructional practices across grades to enhance educational coherence.
- Collaborated with faculty on lesson planning to integrate culturally responsive curriculum, improving student engagement.
- Actively participated in MTSS and SAP teams to address diverse student needs.
- Led community engagement committee and restorative practice cohort to strengthen school culture and community ties.
- Supported extracurricular activities, serving as lead costumer for all school musicals.
Director of Testing
The Hill School
Pottstown, USA
09.2008 - 06.2018
- Oversaw administration and supervision of all standardized testing, including SAT, ACT, AP, PSAT, SSAT, CWRA+, and Cambridge TOEFL.
- Collaborated with leadership teams to optimize operational strategy for test administration.
- Recruited, trained, and scheduled 20+ proctors to ensure compliance with student accommodations.
- Acted as liaison for testing accommodations, coordinating efforts with faculty to promote equitable access.
- Analyzed data from AP and standardized tests, delivering actionable recommendations to department chairs.
- Generated reports for accreditation processes, strategic planning, and board decision-making in collaboration with leadership.
Science Teacher
Northwest Middle School
Reading, USA
01.1998 - 06.2008
- Delivered seventh-grade life and biological sciences instruction using data-driven, standards-aligned methods to enhance student understanding.
- Coordinated development of middle school science curriculum, ensuring alignment with educational standards and fostering collaborative teaching practices.
- Contributed to strategic planning and school improvement committees, focusing on optimizing instructional programming for enhanced student outcomes.
Education
M.Ed. - Leadership with Principal Certification
Alvernia University
Reading, PA01-2023
Elementary Certification - Reading, PA
Alvernia University
Reading, PA01-1996
BS - Psychology
Chestnut Hill College
Philadelphia, PA01-1989
Graduate Credits - Astrobiology & Particle Physics
Penn State University
State College, PAState College, PA
Graduate credits - Family Counseling
Chestnut Hill College
Philadelphia, PAPhiladelphia, PA
Skills
- Professional development
- Instructional leadership
- Data analysis and assessment
- Program evaluation
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Equity and systems thinking
- Operational oversight
Awards
- 2023, Delta Epsilon Sigma Honor Society
- 2016-2018, Representative of The Hill School on the College Boards Board
- 2003-2005, Grant recipient for Performance-Based Assessment in STEM using NASA materials
- 2003, Presenter at the Pennsylvania Science Teachers Association convention
- 2004, Presenter at the Pennsylvania Middle School conference
- 2005-2006, Grant recipient of the NASA-Pa Space Grant Consortium tuition
Languages
- Italian, advanced
Timeline
Professional Development Facilitator
Reading High School
09.2025 - Current
Science Teacher & Department Head
Central Middle School
09.2018 - 01.2025
Director of Testing
The Hill School
09.2008 - 06.2018
Science Teacher
Northwest Middle School
01.1998 - 06.2008
M.Ed. - Leadership with Principal Certification
Alvernia University
Elementary Certification - Reading, PA
Alvernia University
BS - Psychology
Chestnut Hill College
Graduate Credits - Astrobiology & Particle Physics
Penn State University
Graduate credits - Family Counseling
Chestnut Hill College