ROVENNA YAKUBOV
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Accomplished educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and instructional leadership within Boulder Valley School District. Contributed to professional development initiatives that improved educator effectiveness and enhanced student outcomes. Proficient in data-driven decision making, creative lesson planning, and standards-based instruction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LA Teacher Lead & Educator Effectiveness Committee
Boulder Valley School District
Boulder, CO
08.2019 - Current
- Participated in District Language Arts Curriculum Development, creating engaging, standards-aligned instructional units.
- Collaborated on the development of "Year At a Glance" curricular frameworks for grades 9-12 Language Arts, defining the scope and sequence of units and bundled standards.
- Evaluate proposed novels for alignment with academic standards and student interest on the Text Approval Committee.
- Contribute to establishment of district-wide evaluation and best practice guidelines as Educator Effectiveness Committee member.
- Facilitate professional development sessions, presenting evolving guidelines to administrators and educators as Educator Effectiveness Teacher Leader.
- Act as a liaison for the school-based Language Arts team at district meetings, representing educators' interests.
High School English Language Arts Teacher
Nederland Middle-Senior High School
Nederland, CO
08.2018 - Current
- Develop comprehensive learning materials for grades 9-12 Language Arts across various educational settings, leveraging expertise in Common Core and AP standards.
- Employ Understanding by Design principles to develop curricula based on clear learning objectives and end goals.
- Differentiate lessons and assessments to accommodate diverse learners and varying skill levels.
- Prioritize data-driven instruction by analyzing formative assessment results to refine instructional goals.
- Create and deliver instruction digitally, utilizing AI tools to enhance lesson engagement and customization.
- Demonstrate consistent student growth on high-stakes reading assessments, including the SAT and CommonLit benchmark exams.
- Increased school-wide AP Literature and Language exam pass rates by 25% to 40% through curriculum redesign and differentiated learning plans.
- Led the Gifted and Talented Program for three years, collaborating with students and educators on individualized learning goals and instructional strategies.
- Contributed three years to the School Leadership Team, influencing key strategic decisions on instructional priorities and student achievement strategies.
English Language Arts Teacher
Murry Bergtraum High School
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Engaged diverse, emerging student populations through culturally relevant, high-interest materials.
- Collaborated with co-teachers and paraprofessionals to differentiate instruction for all learners.
- Conducted meta-analysis of assessment results with school staff to identify areas for improvement.
- Developed and implemented creative lesson plans to teach grammar, writing, literature, and reading skills.
Education
Master of Arts - English Education
Teachers College, Columbia University
Manhattan, NY08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, English Adolescent Education
Hunter College, City University of New York
Manhattan, NY05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University At Albany, State University of New York
Albany, NY05.2013
Baruch College, City University of New York
Manhattan, NY07.2011
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Creative lesson planning
- Instructional design
- Assessment creation
- Standards-based ELA instruction
- Differentiation strategies
- Instructional leadership
- Data-driven decision making
Certification
- Colorado Professional Teacher License: English Language Arts (Grades 6-12)
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the CU Boulder Outstanding Colorado High School Educator Award
- Finalist for BVSD’s Impact on Education Imogene Maxon Early Educator Award
Affiliations
- Completed the AP Summer Institute for both AP English Language and AP English Literature and Composition, enhancing alignment with college-level curriculum standards and instructional best practices.
- Participated in the Colorado Writing Project, a summer-long professional development program focused on Common Core writing standards, effective pedagogy, and curriculum development.
- Led a variety of extracurricular programs at Nederland High, including Debate Club and SAT tutoring, to extend academic support and enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom.
- Provided private tutoring in English and Mathematics via Wyzant.com, supporting dozens of students across grade levels and earning a near-perfect parent satisfaction rating.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LA Teacher Lead & Educator Effectiveness Committee
Boulder Valley School District
08.2019 - Current
High School English Language Arts Teacher
Nederland Middle-Senior High School
08.2018 - Current
English Language Arts Teacher
Murry Bergtraum High School
09.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - English Education
Teachers College, Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, English Adolescent Education
Hunter College, City University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University At Albany, State University of New York
Baruch College, City University of New York
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