NICOLE LIPSEY
Royse City,Texas
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Rocketship Public Schools, specializing in conflict management and classroom enhancement. Expertise in mentoring teachers and implementing curricula has led to significant improvements in teaching strategies and student outcomes. Proficient in academic administration and fostering strong interpersonal communications, consistently driving innovative solutions to achieve educational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Rocketship Public Schools
San Jose, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitated training programs for teachers to upgrade classroom practices.
- Referred to student performance data to set educational goals and standards.
- Attended conferences related to educational leadership or policy making.
- Assessed teaching and support staff and delivered exemplary development and instructional leadership strategies improving capabilities and testing outcomes.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Set and upheld specific class objectives to ensure consistent student education.
- Developed strategies to enhance teachers' management of student behavior.
- Reviewed established discipline standards to evaluate and note student behavior issue patterns.
- Created and implemented special education programs which provided support to teachers and staff while giving special needs and at-risk youth tools necessary to succeed.
- Conducted performance evaluations using classroom observations, lesson plan reviews, and stakeholder feedback.
- Worked alongside departments to launch instructional initiatives and events.
- Assessed classroom dynamics to pinpoint skill enhancement opportunities.
- Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.
- Collaborated with district administrators on curriculum development initiatives.
- Analyzed data collected from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement in instruction or curriculum design.
- Resolved issues with efficiency and effectiveness, showcasing strong problem-resolution skills.
Second Grade: Grade Level Chair, and Lead Teacher
KIPP Destiny Elementary
Dallas, TX
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Evaluated grade level data to identify strengths, areas for growth, and outliers.
- Act as a benchmark for exemplary teaching practices.
- Adapt to unexpected responsibilities effortlessly.
- Coordinate weekly gatherings for GLMs, LPCs, and data discussions.
- Mentored grade-level team teachers to enhance their teaching skills.
- Provide consistent updates to team members in a dependable manner.
- Accommodated various coverage needs effectively.
- Maintained a supportive learning environment.
- Oversaw proactive and reactive strategies for scholar management and discipline.
- Cultivate a positive staff culture within grade-level teams.
- Ensure optimal educational environment aesthetics.
- Led coordination and management of field lessons, award ceremonies, grade-level events.
Grade Level Chair/ 2nd Grade Lead Teacher
Kipp North Star Primary
Minneapolis, MN
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Coordinate grade level meetings.
- Determined key focus areas for different educational stages.
- Participated in leadership meetings.
- Facilitated deep dive into performance metrics from exit tickets.
- Offered targeted insights based on student progress.
- Developed structured math lessons for various grades.
- Implemented tailored phonics lessons for students.
- Formulate and establish GL goals on a weekly basis.
- Equip team content Planners for successful module internalization.
- Fostered solid relationships with both Grade Team Members and students.
- Managed and established objectives for students requiring individualized education programs.
Lead Teacher/Second Grade Teacher
Kipp Bridge Rising
Oakland, CA
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Adapted and modified lessons to meet student's academic needs
- Worked in a team-supported learning environment
- Collaborated with school administration, educational staff and peers to develop professional growth
- Maintained communication and professionalism to support student learning
- Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments facilitating evaluation of students' progress and provided feedback
- Instructed students individually and in groups, utilizing various teaching methods
- Conferred with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems
Special Education Teaching Assistant (RSP)
Lincoln High School
San Leandro, CA
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Adjusted classroom exercises, tasks, and resources.
- Managed evaluations aimed at creating comprehensive assignments.
- Engages in the development of individualized education programs.
- Oversaw effective management of classroom operations.
- Facilitated communication between nursing staff, counseling team, therapeutic professionals, and IEP coordinators.
- Assessed students' assignments in various subjects.
- Designed and executed instructional programs.
- Manage comprehensive manual and digital records.
- Oversee enrollment and monitor attendance of independent students.
Restorative Liaison
South Lyon East High School
South Lyon, MI
10.2012 - 03.2016
- Supervised and maintained a secure environment for students.
- Aided educators and personnel in managing students.
- Facilitated execution of emergency readiness exercises.
- Guided students to suitable staff members during problem situations.
- Supervise Female locker rooms
- Apprenticed with Restorative Practice Counselor to acquire more counseling expertise.
Academic Director
Westside Christian Academy
Detroit, Michigan
09.2007 - 11.2010
- Revised reporting procedures for greater efficiency.
- Conducted evaluations of students and adapted lesson materials accordingly.
- Teamed with faculty to create after-school tutorial sessions.
- Adjusted curriculum to accommodate students with special needs.
- Oversaw and maintained order among a cohort of 100 students.
- Improved individual departments by working closely with faculty to reorganize class loads, promote resource utilization and modernize equipment.
- Supervised departmental staff members in support of student advising services.
- Supported faculty training initiatives focused on improving instructional quality.
- Collaborated with teachers to understand and improve classroom conditions.
- Developed and implemented program-wide assessment plans to measure student learning outcomes.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology Concentration in Child And Adolescent Development
Southern New Hampshire University
12.2018
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences/Psychology
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI12.2015
Skills
- Effective Conflict Management
- Achievement-Focused
- Excellent classroom management
- Computer proficient
- Effective time management
- Effective Interpersonal Communication
- Test Administration Oversight
- Lesson planning
- Experience in Restorative Practices
- Running after-school programs
- Group facilitation and presentations
- Performance monitoring
- Student and parent relations
- Academic administration
- Literacy strategies
- Teacher mentoring
- Curricula implementation
- IEP development
- Blended learning
- Strategy development
- Classroom management
- Performance evaluations
- Elementary education
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Rocketship Public Schools
02.2023 - Current
Second Grade: Grade Level Chair, and Lead Teacher
KIPP Destiny Elementary
07.2021 - 02.2023
Grade Level Chair/ 2nd Grade Lead Teacher
Kipp North Star Primary
08.2019 - 06.2021
Lead Teacher/Second Grade Teacher
Kipp Bridge Rising
04.2018 - 06.2019
Special Education Teaching Assistant (RSP)
Lincoln High School
04.2016 - 04.2018
Restorative Liaison
South Lyon East High School
10.2012 - 03.2016
Academic Director
Westside Christian Academy
09.2007 - 11.2010
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology Concentration in Child And Adolescent Development
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences/Psychology
Schoolcraft College
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