Verlena Bradley
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 10 years of experience working in elementary schools. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Intern
Anoka Hennepin School District
09.2023 - Current
- Streamlined office processes by organizing filing systems and implementing digital solutions.
- Enhanced team efficiency by taking detailed meeting notes and distributing them promptly to relevant staff members.
- Supported department heads with scheduling, preparing materials for presentations, and coordinating events.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by tracking progress and updating project management software accordingly.
ELL Teacher
Anoka Hennepin School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Improved student literacy by implementing novel teaching methods and engaging lesson plans.
- Enhanced communication skills among ELL students with focused speaking and listening exercises.
- Increased overall test scores by providing individualized attention to struggling students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering an open line of communication for student success.
Classroom Teacher
St Paul Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Bloomington School District
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Developed personalized learning plans for students, leading to improved comprehension and academic success.
- Increased student participation by fostering a positive and supportive classroom environment.
- Maintained strong parent-teacher communication, ensuring consistent support for student achievement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement new teaching strategies, resulting in enhanced student engagement.
Supervisory Lead Teacher
Bethel University
08.1994 - 06.2007
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
Education
Ph.D. - Doctorate of Education, EdD
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN05.2024
Master of Arts - K-12 Education Differentiation
Bethal University
St. Paul, MN05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-K-6 Elementary Education
Concordia University
St Paul, MN05.2005
Skills
- Student and parent relations
- Policy Implementation
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Training and mentoring
- Community Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Administrative Intern
Anoka Hennepin School District
09.2023 - Current
ELL Teacher
Anoka Hennepin School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
Classroom Teacher
St Paul Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2022
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Bloomington School District
08.2016 - 06.2017
Supervisory Lead Teacher
Bethel University
08.1994 - 06.2007
Ph.D. - Doctorate of Education, EdD
Hamline University
Master of Arts - K-12 Education Differentiation
Bethal University
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-K-6 Elementary Education
Concordia University
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