PAMELA N. DONALDSON
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Veteran educator and instructional leader with more than two decades of experience in English/writing, literacy, curriculum and instruction, classroom management, assessment, instructional technology, and teacher development. Skilled in designing engaging learning experiences for diverse learners, using data to guide instruction and improve programs, facilitating professional learning for educators, and mentoring new teachers. Holds an M.S. In education with a specialization in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment. Currently completing an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2017 - Current
- Develop engaging literacy lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Utilized educational software to track student performance and engagement.
- Encourage students to develop a love of reading by incorporating diverse books and high-interest topics.
- Assess student reading levels and progress.
- Implement interactive reading activities to enhance comprehension skills.
- Facilitate small-group discussions to promote critical thinking and analysis.
English Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk, VA
08.2006 - 06.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student participation and comprehension.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and student collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that promote holistic learning.
Writing Teacher
Rowan Salisbury Schools
Salisbury, North Carolina
08.2002 - 06.2006
- Developed engaging writing curricula aligned with state standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve instructional techniques and resources.
- Provided constructive feedback on student writing assignments and projects.
- Organized workshops to promote creative writing and storytelling among students.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance the writing learning experience.
Education
Ed.D - Doctoral Candidate (December 2026) - Advanced Educational Leadership - Higher Education
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA12-2026
Master of Science - Curriculum, Instruction, And Assessment
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03-2013
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature - Education
Livingstone College
Salisbury, NC05-2002
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Educational software
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Engagement strategies
- Collaborative learning
- Digital literacy
- Communication skills
- Adaptive instruction
- Individualized learning
- Phonics instruction
- Guided reading
- Literacy integration
- Reading comprehension
Timeline
Literacy Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2017 - Current
English Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2006 - 06.2017
Writing Teacher
Rowan Salisbury Schools
08.2002 - 06.2006
Ed.D - Doctoral Candidate (December 2026) - Advanced Educational Leadership - Higher Education
Regent University
Master of Science - Curriculum, Instruction, And Assessment
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature - Education
Livingstone College