Sharolander Ellis
Humble,TX
Summary
Highly dependable, ethical and reliable experienced instructional leader and educator with strengths in providing individualized coaching and using observation and data to identify potential learning needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PBIS Coordinator
Major Elementary
08.2021 - Current
- Implemented school wide behavior expectations and reward systems to decrease the number of discipline referrals.
- Created school store to incentivize students behavior.
Instructional Coach
Major Elementary
08.2021 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Modeled math lessons for daily or weekly instruction.
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions for grade-level teams to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for effective instruction and classroom management techniques.
Campus Test Coordinator
Major Elementary
08.2021 - Current
- Responsible for coordinating and supervising school based administration of local, distinct, and state assessments
- Train teachers and staff to adhere to state testing procedures and accountability
- Accommodated testing locations that adhere to students with IEP, 504, SpEd, and RTI.
6th and 7th Grade Math Teacher
Richmond College Prep
07.2016 - 06.2021
- Adapted teaching methods, instructed and supported understanding of math concepts to students of differing skill levels
- Supported academic achievement through benchmark data analysis and student groupings based on mixed mastery to forge further growth and collaboration
- Served as a teacher - lead on the Coordination of Services Team (COST), to help find and provide services for students needing additional academic, socio-emotional, and other basic needs and supports
- Partnered with the school’s athletics/P.E
- Department to start and coach the school’s first girls and boys team
- Created and collaborated with staff and students to create the school’s first yearbook
- Member of Instructional Leadership Team.
5th Grade Teacher
RISE Community School
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Taught math and ELA in a departmentalized setting
- Member of Instructional Leadership Team
- Chair of school’s Race and Equity Committee.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Promoted literacy skills through guided reading sessions, literature circles, and writing workshops.
4th Grade ESL Teacher
Andrews Early College Prep Academy
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Taught math and science to multilingual students in a departmentalized setting.
- Built rapport with students and families to create a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Achieved higher student retention rates by developing strong rapport and maintaining open communication with both students and parents.
- Evaluated student progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
Education
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies -
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington05.2024
Bachelor of Science in Applied Learning & Development -
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin05.2012
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Tech Savvy
- Patience
- Relationship Building
- Confidence building
- Team collaborative learning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Instructional planning skills
- Test Planning
- Curriculum Alignment
- Data-driven decision-maker
- Growth Mindset
Certification
- Texas English as a Second Language Generalist (EC-6)
- CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Timeline
PBIS Coordinator
Major Elementary
08.2021 - Current
Instructional Coach
Major Elementary
08.2021 - Current
Campus Test Coordinator
Major Elementary
08.2021 - Current
6th and 7th Grade Math Teacher
Richmond College Prep
07.2016 - 06.2021
5th Grade Teacher
RISE Community School
08.2014 - 05.2016
4th Grade ESL Teacher
Andrews Early College Prep Academy
08.2013 - 06.2014
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies -
University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science in Applied Learning & Development -
The University of Texas At Austin
- Texas English as a Second Language Generalist (EC-6)
- CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
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