Simone N. Chin
Paterson,NJ
Summary
Reflective and results-oriented teacher and instructional leader with over 10 years of experience in lower school education within high-performing charter environments. Consistently focused on pushing scholars toward their full potential by using student data to drive purposeful, strategic instruction that yields measurable growth. Committed to building systems where data reflects intentional planning, targeted interventions, and academic rigor. Experienced in leading content team meetings and supporting adult development through coaching aligned to the Excellent Teaching Rubric, helping educators refine their unique teaching styles while strengthening instructional effectiveness.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Lead Teacher (Inclusion)
KIPP Spark Academy
01.2023 - Current
- Lead weekly content team meetings focused on data-driven planning, lesson internalization, and instructional rigor.
- Coach Teachers-in-Residence, paraprofessionals, and lead teachers through observation, feedback, and real-time coaching.
- Analyze student data weekly to design targeted intervention groups and adjust instructional priorities within the classroom
- Implement inclusive instructional strategies ensuring access and achievement for diverse learners.
Kindergarten/1st Grade Lead Teacher (Inclusion)
KIPP Truth Academy
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Delivered standards-aligned instruction resulting in measurable academic growth.
- Led weekly Math and Literacy content meetings to strengthen instructional consistency and rigor.
- Conducted quarterly data-driven family conferences aligned to scholar goal-setting.
- Designed family engagement initiatives to strengthen school-home partnerships.
Pre-K Lead Teacher
Great Oaks Charter School
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Conducted bi-weekly data cycles to inform instructional adjustments and small-group interventions.
- Developed systems to monitor developmental growth and communicate progress to families.
Pre-K Lead Teacher & Instructional Assistant
Newark Educators Community Charter School
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Implemented standards-based curriculum and targeted interventions aligned to student needs.
- Supported progress monitoring systems and family communication structures.
Education
M.Ed. - Early Childhood Education (P–3 Certification)
Grand Canyon University
B.S. - Public Health
William Paterson University
Skills
- Instructional Leadership Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring Teacher Coaching & Performance Management MTSS Implementation Inclusive Practices Family & Community Engagement Culture & Systems Building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Parent-teacher communication
- Special education support
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- MTSS Coordinator: Led Tier 2/3 intervention tracking and data reviews to support struggling learners.
- GLC: Facilitated grade-level and content team meetings focused on achievement and culture systems.
- Managed teacher development through coaching, modeling, and feedback.
Timeline
1st Grade Lead Teacher (Inclusion)
KIPP Spark Academy
01.2023 - Current
Kindergarten/1st Grade Lead Teacher (Inclusion)
KIPP Truth Academy
01.2021 - 01.2023
Pre-K Lead Teacher
Great Oaks Charter School
01.2019 - 01.2021
Pre-K Lead Teacher & Instructional Assistant
Newark Educators Community Charter School
01.2015 - 01.2019
B.S. - Public Health
William Paterson University
M.Ed. - Early Childhood Education (P–3 Certification)
Grand Canyon University