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Work History
Education
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Shonda Pegram

Shonda Pegram

Upper Marlboro,MD

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven educator with over 20 years of leadership experience in middle and secondary education. Known for empowering teachers to reach their full potential and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Skilled in implementing rigorous curricula and integrating effective teaching strategies to drive student success. A certified presenter with a talent for inspiring passion in educators and cultivating compassionate management practices. Proven ability to build strong partnerships with school and community stakeholders. Thrives in collaborative team settings and adept at managing diverse student populations with empathy and professionalism.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
4
4

Certificates

Work History

Acting Assistant Principal - 6th Grade

Prince Georges County Public School System
Temple Hills, MD
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
  • Developed and implemented school policies, procedures and programs for student achievement.
  • Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
  • Resolved conflicts between faculty members and students.
  • Conducted regular meetings with parents to discuss their children's academic progress.
  • Supervised the maintenance of accurate student records including attendance, grades, health records and special needs assessments.
  • Coordinated professional development activities for faculty members to enhance instructional practices.
  • Assisted in developing budgets for various departments within the school system.
  • Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators and parents regarding student performance issues.
  • Analyzed data collected from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement in instruction or curriculum design.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by staff members during school events.
  • Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
  • Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures.

Benjamin Stoddert Middle School Test Coordinator

Prince George's Public Schools
Temple Hills, MD
08.2023 - Current
  • Attending scheduled required meetings throughout the school year to obtain
    information related to the various testing programs in order to appropriately administer
    national, state and county paper and online assessments in their school building;
    ● Monitoring and responding to all communication/correspondence on a timely basis;
    ● Orienting teachers regarding the purpose of tests and use of results;
    ● Planning the administration of each test in the school building;
    ● Training staff to administer tests;
    ● Coordinating distribution and collection of secure test materials with proper
    maintenance of test security under the direct supervision of the school principal;
    ● Administering national state, and county tests in accordance with the annual testing
    calendar;
    ● Interpreting test result data for school and individual teacher use;
    ● Providing professional assistance in improving instruction, based upon test results;
    ● Assisting staff in the use of Pearson Access, the Data Warehouse, Houghton
    Mifflin Harcourt, and any other online data system or testing sites utilized within
    our county;
    ● Utilizing data from MSDE websites, the DTRE Principal Portal, and the school’s
    testing portal site;
    ● Facilitating and monitoring the administration of tests, including online tests, (which
    assess school performance) as required by MSDE;
    ● Maintaining accurate and complete records for each test administration consistent with
    state and county guidelines;
    ● Collaborating with critical stakeholders within the school building to ensure readiness
    for online testing;

Benjamin Stoddert Middle School Data Coach

Prince George County Public Schools
Temple Hills, MD
07.2022 - Current
  • Developed a Data Leadership Team to analyze data of various school-wide platforms and departments
  • Conducted data analysis based on performance scores to develop school improvement plan.
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities or program effectiveness.
  • Suggested and offered specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
  • Participated and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.
  • Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
  • Created and offered additional materials to enhance training.
  • Remained up-to-date with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books or magazine articles.

Education Consultant

Center For Teacher Effectiveness - Time To Teach
Upper Marlboro, MD
05.2018 - Current
  • Presenter for teachers and administrators at local and state conferences and conventions (Ex. MSEA, VEA, SVEA, etc.) (2018-present)
  • Presenter for PGCPS New Teacher Boot Camp (Summer 2018 & 2019)
  • Create and facilitate professional developments in education relevant to attaining school performance goals
  • Planned and developed robust training programs accomplishing department and facility goals specific to the academic institution
  • Model effective teaching best practices to elevate teacher capacity sustain teacher retention
  • Conducted data analysis to address and minimize problematic behavior and increase instruction time
  • Evaluated trainees and participants on the impact of effective training
  • Trained future educators at UMD and UMBC on classroom management.

Math & Science Instructional Lead Teacher

Prince George's Public Schools
Temple Hills, MD
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Benjamin Stoddert Middle School
  • Facilitate and attended a variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • BSMS School Coordinator for the MD Green School Certification project.
  • Adhere to district standards for reporting on academic progress, student attendance and assessment data.
  • Meet with parents to share perspectives on child's strengths and weaknesses.
  • Coordinate activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Observe fellow teaching professionals, gathering valuable techniques to use in classroom.
  • Worked closely with administration and team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Motivate and encourage team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.

Education Specialist - Teacher Leadership

Prince George's County Public School System
Prince George's County , MD
08.2006 - 08.2021
  • PGCPS Professional Educator Induction Process (PEIP) High School Science Trainer (2011-present)
  • PGCPS Presenter and Facilitator for educational workshops on the Next Generation Science Standards (2011-present)
  • PGCPS Advanced Programs of Professional Development Early Adopter and Curriculum Writing Team (February 2021-present)
  • Master Lead Teacher, Science Department Chair, Talented and Gifted (TAG) Instructor, New Teacher Mentor, Science Coordinator, In School Suspension Coordinator, STEM Fair Coordinator, and Assistant Testing Coordinator (2006-2021).
  • Fairmont Heights High School Leadership Team, Professional Development Presenter (2018-2020)
  • PGCPS High School Science Leadership Team Member (2015-present), and Science Curriculum Writer and Editor (2017-2021)
  • Fairmont Heights High School Class of 2017 Sponsor (2015-2017)
  • Fairmont Heights High School Biotechnology Academy Coordinator (2015-2017)
  • FHHS Student-Athlete Academic Success Coach (2015-2017)

Educator - Science Lead Teacher (Grades 7-12)

Prince George’s County Public School System
Prince George’s County , MD
08.2006 - 06.2021

Educator - Science Lead Teacher (Grades 7-12)

Petersburg City Public Schools
Petersburg, VA
08.2000 - 06.2006

Education

Master of Science Education - Education Leadership

Walden University, Minneapolis, MN

Administrator 1 Leadership Certification Courses - Education Administration

Coppin State University, Baltimore, MD

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Virginia State University, Petersburg, VA

Skills

  • Educational Leadership and Management
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Effective Written and Oral Communication
  • Curriculum Planning and Design
  • Teacher Development
  • Cultural Awareness and Diversity Competence
  • Problem-Solving and Critical/Analytical Thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Professionalism
  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Flexibility/Adaptability, Multitasking

Certification

  • Maryland Advanced Professional Certification in Education (Biology 7-12)
  • Administrator 1 Supervisor and Assistant Principal Certification
  • PGCPS NBCT Candidate
  • MVN4WRDbySTEAM, LLC. - Certified National & International Education Consultant: Classroom Management
  • MVN4WRDbySTEAM, LLC. - Certified National & International Education Consultant: Student Engagement & Motivation (Differentiated Instruction)

Timeline

Acting Assistant Principal - 6th Grade - Prince Georges County Public School System
11.2023 - Current
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School Test Coordinator - Prince George's Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School Data Coach - Prince George County Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
Math & Science Instructional Lead Teacher - Prince George's Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Education Consultant - Center For Teacher Effectiveness - Time To Teach
05.2018 - Current
Education Specialist - Teacher Leadership - Prince George's County Public School System
08.2006 - 08.2021
Educator - Science Lead Teacher (Grades 7-12) - Prince George’s County Public School System
08.2006 - 06.2021
Educator - Science Lead Teacher (Grades 7-12) - Petersburg City Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2006
Walden University - Master of Science Education, Education Leadership
Coppin State University - Administrator 1 Leadership Certification Courses , Education Administration
Virginia State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology
  • Maryland Advanced Professional Certification in Education (Biology 7-12)
  • Administrator 1 Supervisor and Assistant Principal Certification
  • PGCPS NBCT Candidate
  • Certified National & International Education Consultant: Classroom Management
  • Certified National & International Education Consultant: Student Engagement & Motivation (Differentiated Instruction)

Gallup Strengths

  • Learner
  • Achiever
  • Relator
  • Responsibility
  • Focus

Gallup Strengths

  • Learner
  • Achiever
  • Relator
  • Responsibility
  • Focus
Shonda Pegram