Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record, excelling in curriculum development and professional development. Expert in data analysis and instructional coaching, I have successfully implemented innovative programs that enhance student achievement and foster collaboration among educators. Committed to driving results through effective team building and strategic planning.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of ELA & SS Curriculum
Community Academies of New Orleans
New Orleans
08.2022 - Current
Developed Scope and Sequences, Pacing Guides, and Alignment charts
Facilitated Network Wide Professional Development for Principals, Instructional Coaches, and teachers
Collaborated with NSNO, A+PEL, and other partners to improve network instructional practices
Created Standard Sprint assessments for ELA and SS
Created tools for student data analysis and goal tracking
Implemented and monitored cycles of data collection and feedback
Collaborated with ICs and teachers to create a criteria for success and analyze student work
Managed the purchase of instructional materials and resources for multiple school sites
Spearheaded the rollout and implementation of Wit & Wisdom ELA Curriculum across the CANO Network
Manager of multiple digital programs (Digital Great Minds, Learning A-Z, Pear Assessment, Amplify)
Dual Language Committee Member
Dual Language Curriculum Mapping Partner
Instructional Coach for 3rd-8th ELA and S.S.
Fannie C. Williams Charter School
New Orleans
05.2021 - 08.2022
Developed Scope and Sequences, Pacing Guides, and Alignment charts for Wit & Wisdom, Social Studies, Fundations, Grammar instruction, and intervention logs
Lead ongoing professional development for ELA and SS teachers, paras, and ESL support staff
Collaboratively planned literacy support school-wide with other members of the literacy team
Collaborated with Instruction Partners for ongoing professional development and collaboration
Created individualized coaching plans based on observation and student data
Professional Development Coach
Catapult Learning
Harahan
06.2019 - 08.2020
Facilitator for professional development workshops
Facilitated and support development, group discussion, and give feedback
Encourages participation and open discussion
Created exemplar lessons
Demonstration of instructional strategies
Communicate directly with directors and other coaches
Assistant Principal
ReNEW Schaumburg Elementary
New Orleans
08.2014 - 01.2018
Lead staff morning meetings and professional development
Facilitated weekly grade level team and data meetings
Whole School Blended Learning point person
CLASS Trained for PK observation and training
Test coordinator for STEP and MAP testing
Managed a coaching load of about 6-8 teachers each coaching cycle
Created differentiated coaching plans based on teacher proficiency
Modeled classroom management and teaching strategies for teachers
Teacher
ReNEW Schaumburg Elementary
New Orleans
08.2013 - 05.2015
Grade level team leader for the 1st grade team
Participated in weekly leader meetings with the principal and deans
Piloted Blended learning in the 1st grade classroom
Helped students set and work towards personal growth goals based on STEP and MAP scores through differentiated instruction
Administered/Proctored STEP and MAP assessments
Teacher
Pierre A. Capdau Charter School
New Orleans
08.2010 - 05.2013
Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish Schools
Baton Rouge
08.2006 - 05.2010
Teacher
New Orleans Public Schools
New Orleans
08.2003 - 08.2005
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
03-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
05-2003
Skills
Curriculum development
Data analysis
Professional development
Instructional coaching
Digital program management
Educational leadership
Team building
Blended learning
Collaboration
Creating and managing support systems
Accomplishments
2013-2014 ReNEW Schaumburg Teacher of the Year: 90% of students met NWEA MAP Goal
2015-2016 K-3 Highest network STEP data by EOY
2022-2023 K-3 STEP Data: 25% increase from previous school year of students making growth goals by EOY
2024-2025 K-3 DIBELS Data: 20% increase of students on or above level by EOY