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Steven K. Machado

New Bedford,MA

Summary

Dynamic Grade 4 Teacher Leader at Fall River Public Schools, recognized for achieving a 78% growth rate in math through innovative curriculum development and data-driven instruction. Proven expertise in instructional leadership and team collaboration, fostering professional development initiatives that enhance community outreach and significantly improve student engagement and achievement.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Grade 4 Teacher Leader/Classroom Teacher

Fall River Public Schools
Fall River, USA
09.2018 - Current
  • Achievement - 2024 MCAS growth rates in math 78%, ELA 64%; 2024 Math MCAS – meeting (78%), warning (0)
  • Leadership- planned weekly PLT’s with actionable outcomes in coordination with dept. heads; led PD for staff in WIDA KLU’s, book study and math strategy workshop; implemented new vocabulary routine for Wonders that team adopted; improved grade level fundraising through new events; adopted parent/student surveys; initiated greater use of progress monitoring assessments for more timely data
  • Instruction – implemented a modified version of Everyday Counts to provide greater spiraling opportunities for students; increased use of comprehension strategies and vocabulary practice during weekly reading instruction; provided more writing opportunities students for across the curriculum

Principal

New Bedford, USA
  • Achievement - implemented curriculum & instruction improvement initiatives resulting in lifting school from Level 3 to Level 2 state status w/ 5ys of level funding
  • Instructional Leadership – developed a focus on teaching and learning through greater peer and admin feedback along with actionable data analysis; built coalitions to implement a successful S.I.P.; implemented Common Core “shifts”
  • Coalition Builder – built a culture of learning among a highly veteran staff while driving a focused vision and change of values for school; strengthened community outreach efforts to provide for greater community involvement( PTO, School Council, etc.)
  • Culture- developed a team-like atmosphere by instituting daily classroom walks, improved teacher autonomy and input, greater school-wide events, and celebrations of big and small wins

Grade 5 Classroom Teacher

New Bedford, USA
  • Achievement - achieved highest district wide ELA and Math MCAS growth rates in 2009
  • Teamwork – departmentalized to provide optimal planning and instruction in content are of math; planned instruction cohesively with sped teacher;
  • Instruction- used flexible groups during instruction to address learning gaps; created timely mini-lessons to improve learning outcomes; planned high engagement lessons maintain interest and motivation
  • Culture- participated on PTO and School Council; led evening parent events

Education

Masters of Education - Educational Leadership

Bridgewater State College
Bridgewater, MA
06.2006

Interdisciplinary Major - Teacher Certification Program

University of Massachusetts
North Dartmouth, MA
12.1998

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Massachusetts
North Dartmouth, MA
06.1994

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Massachusetts
North Dartmouth, MA
06.1993

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Data analysis
  • Instructional leadership
  • Team collaboration
  • Community outreach
  • Data-driven instruction

References

  • Ashley Dupre, Dept. Head, 508-675-8300
  • Amanda Bobola, Asst. Principal, 508-675-8300
  • Kevin Bates, fmr. Asst. Principal

Professional Development

  • Focus on Phonics
  • Victorious Vocabulary
  • Moving Math: Differentiated Math, 2020
  • Science of Reading Training, Summer 2022
  • National Institute for School Leadership (N.I.S.L.) Certification Program
  • SEI Endorsement Certification for Administrators, 2013
  • SEI Endorsement for Teachers, 2018
  • RBT – Unleashing the Power of Collaborative Inquiry, 2012
  • Observing and Analyzing Teaching, 2011
  • NEASC Accreditation Committee Member, Fall 2007

Timeline

Grade 4 Teacher Leader/Classroom Teacher

Fall River Public Schools
09.2018 - Current

Principal

Grade 5 Classroom Teacher

Masters of Education - Educational Leadership

Bridgewater State College

Interdisciplinary Major - Teacher Certification Program

University of Massachusetts

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Massachusetts

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Massachusetts

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