Olivia Brandon
Dallas
Summary
Experienced teacher and PLC Lead with a background in curriculum development, data-driven instruction, and fostering collaborative learning environments. Proven leader in mentoring colleagues and driving continuous improvement through professional learning communities. Seeking to transition into an instructional design role to apply my expertise in creating effective and engaging learning experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade Math Teacher/PLC Lead
Irving Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
- Lead a team of teachers within the school’s Professional Learning Community to develop and implement strategies for improving instructional practices and student outcomes.
- Facilitate weekly PLC meetings to promote data-driven discussions and share best practices, ensuring alignment with district standards and goals.
- Support colleagues by mentoring them in curriculum design, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques.
- Create instructional resources such as worksheets, quizzes, and interactive lessons, to help students grasp challenging concepts.
- Evaluate and provide feedback on existing curriculum materials, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending updates.
7th Grade Honors Math Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Designed, implemented, and assessed instructional lessons and activities to support students’ mastery of core math concepts.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of students with varying learning abilities.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop and refine curriculum content, and share best practices.
- Integrated technology such as interactive math software and digital tools to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress, provided tailored feedback, and made adjustments to instructional strategies as necessary.
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Springdale Public Schools
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Delivered lessons focused on reading comprehension, writing skills, and grammar to ensure students met grade-level literacy standards.
- Developed engaging lesson plans and activities to enhance students' critical thinking and writing abilities by incorporating diverse texts and multimedia resources.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-curricular content and ensure alignment with district and state standards.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing personalized feedback and intervention when needed.
- Implemented remote teaching methodologies throughout the pandemic period.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Harding University Northwest Arkansas
Rogers, AR12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2016
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Curriculum Writing
- Instructional Design
- Performance Improvement
- Data Analysis
- Lesson Planning
- Needs Analysis
- Instructional Strategies
Certification
Through The Texas Education Agency:
- Mathematics 4-8
Through The Arkansas Department of Education:
- Mathematics 4-8
- Reading Language Arts 4-8
Timeline
8th Grade Math Teacher/PLC Lead
Irving Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
7th Grade Honors Math Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2020 - 05.2023
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Springdale Public Schools
12.2019 - 05.2020
Through The Texas Education Agency:
- Mathematics 4-8
Through The Arkansas Department of Education:
- Mathematics 4-8
- Reading Language Arts 4-8
Master of Arts - Teaching
Harding University Northwest Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
University of Arkansas
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