Hi, I’m
Robert Gill
Instructional Leadership Coach
Houston,TX
Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.
John R. Wooden
Summary
Well-rounded and results-focused education leader with expertise in adult learning, instructional leadership, school culture, and data-driven instruction. Experience coaching district leaders and principals in building equitable systems that support the learning and development of all leaders, teachers, and students.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
5
Certifications
Work History
Eastern Washington University
College of Education Adjunct Professor
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Developed innovative teaching methods, leading to increased student engagement and improved retention rates.
- Worked with colleagues and administrators to create robust education programs.
- Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
- Worked independently and in interdisciplinary group settings with internal and external collaborators.
- Mentored and advised college students in academic and professional pursuits.
Region 4 ESC
Instructional Leadership Coach
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Set goals for campus and district academic outcomes and assisted leadership teams in developing change management and implementation plans.
- Provided one-on-one instructional coaching for campus and district leaders around leadership, planning, and change management.
- Engaged in continuous review cycle to upgrade the services delivered to ensure training evolves to meet the needs of educational leaders and include the most recent best practices.
- Built strong relationships with all district and campus leaders resulting in 100% retention of customers year over year.
- Participated in internal collaboration sessions to receive and provide constructive feedback on services provided and systems developed.
- Develop cost proposals for services that include the entire scope of the work and modify services to meet campus/district training and budgetary requirements.
- Supported a Texas school district in raising their accountability rating from an F to an A in one school year.
- Thought partner with district leadership to build districtwide systems to ensure instructional leaders are developed across all campuses.
- Developed district-wide plan to support high-quality instructional materials implementation across all campuses and monitored the implementation alongside campus and district leaders.
- Use the Effective Schools Framework to evaluate school practices and identify next steps to improve school operations, culture, and academics.
- Developed and trained other specialists across the state of Texas on a new vetted school improvement program that was approved by the Texas Education Agency for implementation across the state.
KIPP Texas Public Schools
Founding School Principal
06.2015 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Drove student results through the coaching and management of deans and assistant principals to achieve a B rating during our growth years.
- Set ambitious goals related to student academic growth and achievement and monitored progress.
- Reviewed school-wide and region-wide academic performance data to identify trends and plan interventions.
- Monitored and approved teacher observations using our district teacher appraisal system.
- Recruited, hired, and retained high quality teachers and leaders that believe all students can and will learn.
- Implemented Social Emotional Learning training and practices throughout the school.
- Developed a discipline system that uses restorative practices to create an equitable culture focused on keeping our students in school.
- Planned, implemented, and optimized school operational systems to ensure equity, safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
- Coached teachers and leaders on virtual learning best practices and tools like Google Suite, Zoom, and blended learning platforms.
KIPP Texas Public Schools
Assistant Principal
06.2010 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Formally coached and supported teachers in aligning their professional development to KIPP’s Framework for Excellent Teaching (KFET) to improve effectiveness and increase retention.
- Planned and implemented professional development scope & sequence for the Grade Level Chairs, and address student discipline issues.
- Developed academic schedules and transcripts for juniors and seniors to ensure they are on track to graduate on time.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Managed and monitored the implementation and compliance with all Special Education, 504, and English Learner services.
- Developed ongoing professional development for all teachers to ensure high-quality instruction was taking place in all classrooms.
- Served as the campus leader in the absence of the principal.
Clark County School District, CCSD
Special Education Teacher
08.2006 - 05.2010
Job overview
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
University of HoustonHouston, TX
Master of Education from Administration And Supervision
05.2016
University of Nevada - Las VegasLas Vegas, NV
Master of Education from Special Education
05.2007
University of FloridaGainesville, FL
Bachelor of Science from Agricultural Education
05.2006
Skills
- Staff Development
- Data Evaluation and Response
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Office & Google Platforms
- Decision-Making
- Customer Service
- Ambitious Goal Setting
- Instructional Excellence
- School Improvement and Turnaround
- Equity-Minded
- Motivational Leadership
Certification
- Texas Principal Certification - EC - 12
- Texas Special Education Certification - EC-12
- Texas Life Sciences Certification - 8-12
- Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System
- Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System
Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsAccomplishments
- Selected as a KIPP Fisher Fellow in 2015 to design and open a new KIPP middle school in Houston, Texas.
- Received numerous commendations from supervisors for team building, mentoring, and leadership skills.
- Facilitated a small charter district achieving an A rating by enacting consistent teacher coaching cycles alongside campus leadership.
- Identified by the Texas Education Agency as a model of principal and district leader coaching at the 2024 Texas Instructional Leadership Summit.
Timeline
College of Education Adjunct Professor
Eastern Washington University
02.2023 - Current
Instructional Leadership Coach
Region 4 ESC
08.2021 - Current
Founding School Principal
KIPP Texas Public Schools
06.2015 - 06.2021
Assistant Principal
KIPP Texas Public Schools
06.2010 - 06.2015
Special Education Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2006 - 05.2010
University of Houston
Master of Education from Administration And Supervision
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Master of Education from Special Education
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science from Agricultural Education
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