Passionate educator with a proven track record of designing and executing comprehensive curricula across various subjects. Expert in inspiring students through positive reinforcement and interactive teaching methods. Recognized for fostering an engaging classroom environment that promotes the development of essential literacy, numeracy, social, and learning skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Lead Teacher
Prince George's County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Facilitate data meetings with 24 teachers to discuss scores on benchmarks and common assessments
Develop and monitor the schools SPP (School Performance Plan)
Aid with the SBB (School based Budget)
Create safety nets for low-performing students
Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Collaborated with faculty to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, increasing student engagement across subjects.
Managed budget allocations for academic programs, ensuring responsible use of resources for maximum educational impact.
Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
Led professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and outcomes.
Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
Classroom Teacher
J.P Ryon Elementary, Charles County Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2022
Provided equitable access to education and met the needs of individual students
Developed weekly lessons plans, analyze data in order to cater to the educational needs of scholars
Conducted evaluations of reading evaluation platforms.
Discussed quarterly progress and evaluation findings with parents
Created progress reports for scholars
Created report cards for scholars
Supervised 25 students in a 25:1 setting
Held daily virtual classroom setting
Trained parents on the different applications
Created and organized a LMS Page
Collected and managed IEP and 504 data
Provided lesson in a Hybrid format
Organized events with community stakeholders
Drafted grants with local community investors
Monitors student attendance, retention, and academic progress utilizing available reports
Documents communication with students, faculty, and administration regarding attendance and academic performance
Implements methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
Classroom Teacher
Prince George's County Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2020
Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan
Plans and prepares lessons, assignments, instructional materials
Establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development
Prepares, administers, and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results
Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to, lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling, and multimedia teaching aids to present subject matter to students
Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques
Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives
Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise
Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary
Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Regulation
Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials, and facilities
Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instruction goals, objectives, and methods
Education
Ph.D - Human Services
Capella University
Minneapolis, Minnesota
12-2026
M.A. - Special Education
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, Maryland
08.2018
B.A. - Early Childhood Education and Special Education
Bowie State University
Bowie, Maryland
05.2016
Skills
Educational Development and Management
Classroom Management
Virtual and Hybrid Learning Environments
Research and Data Analysis
Teaching and Mentorship
Compliance
Timeline
Instructional Lead Teacher
Prince George's County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Classroom Teacher
J.P Ryon Elementary, Charles County Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2022
Classroom Teacher
Prince George's County Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2020
Ph.D - Human Services
Capella University
M.A. - Special Education
Frostburg State University
B.A. - Early Childhood Education and Special Education