Patricia A. Crawford
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated STEM leader with 30 years of experience driving science instruction, curriculum innovation, and district-wide initiatives. Proven record of delivering high-impact professional learning to district leaders, curriculum directors, and large educator teams, resulting in measurable improvements in instructional quality and student outcomes. Expert in differentiation, product implementation, and cross-functional collaboration. Advanced proficiency in instructional technology, multimedia presentations, and virtual facilitation platforms.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Science Curriculum and Instruction Specialist
Cleveland ISD
06.2020 - Current
- Served as the district STEM expert, leading districtwide STEM integration initiatives by guiding instructional platform implementation of STEMscopes, EduSmart, Discovery Education, BrainPop, and Canvas.
- Delivered large-scale professional development sessions and product demonstrations to district leaders, curriculum teams, instructional coaches, and teachers
- Designed and delivered engaging multimedia presentations using PowerPoint, Google Slides, digital whiteboards, and 1:1 technology tools..
- Developed competitive messaging and resource differentiation to inform district adoption decisions and optimize instructional impact.
- Designed and implemented a district-wide science curriculum aligned with state standards, driving lesson internalization, assessment planning, and adoption of best instructional practices (5E) to improve teaching effectiveness and student outcomes.
- Designed and implemented a district-wide science fair, encouraging student engagement.
- Monitored compliance with science education regulations and standards.
- Conducted campus visits to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented curriculum and make necessary adjustments.
Math/Science Instructional Coach
New Caney ISD
08.2011 - 05.2019
- Served as a National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET) Master Teacher for five years, conducting professional development, modeling instructional best practices, and mentoring educators to improve instructional outcomes.
- Facilitated districtwide STEM professional learning and coached educators on effective product implementation.
- Improved district performance by developing strategic improvement plans informed by schoolwide data analysis.
- Advanced educational quality by building high-performance teams and recruiting top-tier staff at job fairs.
- Designed and delivered instructional demonstrations for teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators.
- Achieved a 37% improvement in district secondary science scores over five years through targeted instructional initiatives.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
K-12 Science Curriculum Coordinator
Splendora ISD
08.2008 - 05.2011
- Spearheaded design, planning, and coordination of professional learning initiatives, ensuring district-wide adoption of industry best practices.
- Developed comprehensive K-12 science curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring coherence and progression across grade levels.
- Drove a 39% increase in district science scores over three years through targeted, data-informed instructional strategies.
- Managed the Rural Technology Grant project, overseeing implementation, compliance, and measurable outcomes.
- Facilitated data-driven discussions with educators to analyze student performance and inform instructional strategies.
Education
Master of Education - Public School Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK12.2003
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK12.1996
Skills
- Professional Learning Facilitator
- STEM Pedagogy Specialist
- Curriculum Development
- Stakeholder Communication
- Data Driven Decision Making
- Instructional Specialist
- Technology/LMS Integration
- Virtual/In-Person Facilitation
- District Leadership/Mentoring
- Performance Management
- Product Implementation
- State Standards Alignment
- Instructional Coaching
- Skilled Problem Solver
Additional Experience
- Education Adjunct Professor, Lone Star College, Kingwood, TX
Taught undergraduate education courses, designed curriculum, and facilitated engaging learning experiences for diverse student populations. - Biological Science Adjunct Professor, Carl Albert State College, Idabel, OK
Delivered anatomy/physiology, biology, botany, cell and molecular, microbiology and zoology instruction, developed course materials, and mentored students to support academic success.
Certification
- K–12 Superintendent (TX/OK)
- K–12 Principal (TX/OK)
- 7–12 Life Science (TX/OK)
Affiliations
- Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA)
- Association of Texas Professional Educators (ATPE)
- National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
- Association for Supervision Curriculum Development (ASCD)
- Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT)
Awards
Educational Leader and Mentor, National Youth Leadership Forum, Excellence in Education Award, Battiest ISD, Outstanding Science Student, Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Timeline
Secondary Science Curriculum and Instruction Specialist
Cleveland ISD
06.2020 - Current
Math/Science Instructional Coach
New Caney ISD
08.2011 - 05.2019
K-12 Science Curriculum Coordinator
Splendora ISD
08.2008 - 05.2011
Master of Education - Public School Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
Southeastern Oklahoma State University