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SUSAN K. GRAZIANO
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SUSAN K. GRAZIANO

Hampstead,USA

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Desired Job Title

Secondary ELA Content CoordinatorAdjunct ProfessorHR & Operations OfficerDirector of OperationsSchool Administrator

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Location: Hampstead, USA
Open to relocation: Yes

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Summary

Innovative educator with leadership in curriculum development, instructional coaching, and professional learning. Expertise includes directing ELA curriculum across multiple schools, enhancing educator capacity through evidence-based practices, and utilizing data to inform program decisions. Committed to fostering collaboration and continuous improvement in educational settings.

Overview

5
5

Certifications

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Secondary ELA Content Coordinator

Onslow County Schools
Jacksonville, NC
08.2025 - Current
  • Directed ELA curriculum implementation across 18 schools, serving approximately 200 teachers, ensuring alignment with district and state expectations.
  • Spearheaded district-wide pilot of four curriculum resources, coordinating stakeholder feedback and professional learning to refine instructional practices.
  • Designed and delivered over 20 professional learning sessions, translating research into practical strategies that enhance educator capacity.
  • Led implementation of K–12 literacy initiative, guiding schools through standards transition and enhancing instructional alignment.
  • Coordinated content development for educational programs, ensuring relevance and quality of curriculum materials.
  • Collaborated with teachers to align resources with classroom needs, ensuring relevance and accessibility of materials.
  • Developed an AI-powered lesson-planning chatbot, enhancing access to curriculum resources for educators.
  • Participated on district core council and MTSS lead team, utilizing learner data to inform program decisions and monitor outcomes.

Adjunct Professor

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)
Wilmington, NC
01.2025 - Current
  • Taught LIC 540 and LIC 548, graduate-level literacy courses in Language and Literacy (M.Ed.) program in face-to-face and online formats, enhancing student comprehension and application of literacy theories.
  • Engaged graduate students in evidence-based literacy practices aligned with current research, fostering expertise in adult learning, professional communication, and instructional leadership.
  • Developed engaging course materials for diverse student audiences.
  • Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student learning.
  • Evaluated student performance through assignments and examinations.

HR & Operations Officer

Beacon Education Organization
Wilmington, NC
10.2024 - 08.2025
  • Administered recruitment, onboarding, and employee lifecycle processes to ensure compliance with legal standards and enhance employee integration.
  • Advised leaders on HR policies to support cross-functional decision-making.
  • Contributed to HR strategy and performance management initiatives that supported organizational goals and improved team alignment.
  • Facilitated organizational training in adherence to regulations.
  • Guided employees in understanding employment law, enabling informed decision-making and fostering a compliant workplace.

Director of Operations

Cape Fear Center for Inquiry
Wilmington, NC
01.2022 - 10.2024
  • Led development and implementation of strategic plan, translating organizational goals into actionable initiatives.
  • Developed and managed $5 million budget across federal, state, and local funding sources ensuring fiscal compliance.
  • Directed organizational operations as lead human resources administrator, enhancing payroll accuracy, onboarding processes, and employee relations.
  • Liaised with board of directors, developing agendas and materials that facilitated informed decision-making.
  • Executed policy audit and collaborated with experts to ensure compliance and relevance of governing policy manual.
  • Coordinated Title IX efforts by leading internal investigations to meet federal regulatory requirements.

School Administrator

Pender County Schools
Burgaw, NC
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Analyzed school-wide achievement data to identify student needs and implement targeted interventions, monitoring progress to meet program goals and improve student outcomes.
  • Led professional learning communities focused on data-driven instruction, curriculum alignment, and continuous program improvement across grade levels and departments.
  • Provided instructional leadership through classroom observation and coaching, ensuring alignment with evidence-based practices and district/state requirements to enhance teaching effectiveness.

High School Instructional Coach

Pender County Schools
Burgaw, NC
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Conducted needs assessments across high schools to guide job-embedded professional development and enhance program design.
  • Analyzed student achievement outcomes to inform program decisions and effectively communicated progress to school and district stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop effective instructional strategies and practices.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops for educators to enhance teaching skills.
  • Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional decisions and interventions.

Assistant Principal

Kingsway Regional Middle School
Swedesboro, NJ
07.2015 - 03.2017
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching staff, leading curriculum training and literacy-focused professional development to enhance instructional practices.
  • Conducted curriculum training, equipping educators with strategies to enhance student educational outcomes.
  • Facilitated program development through strategic resource allocation and instructional support, ensuring alignment with curriculum goals.
  • Facilitated program development through strategic resource allocation and instructional support.

High School English Teacher

Pennsville Memorial School District
Pennsville, NJ
09.2006 - 06.2015
  • Chaired PARCC preparation committee, designing assessments contributing to 78% student proficiency in first implementation year.
  • Created targeted remediation program identifying learning gaps and delivering evidence-based instruction.
  • Developed standards-based curriculum frameworks and assessments for grades 6–12, enhancing competency alignment across departments.

Education

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership

Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
12-2016

Master of Science - Educational Psychology

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
03-2012

Bachelor of Arts - English, Secondary Education

Rowan University
Glassboro
05-2006

Skills

  • Curriculum implementation
  • Curriculum development
  • Curriculum assessment alignment
  • ELA and literacy development
  • Curriculum leadership
  • Coaching development
  • Adult learning strategies
  • Data improvement strategies
  • MTSS support systems
  • Strategic planning
  • Curriculum technology integration
  • Community partnerships

Certification

  • NC Professional Educator’s License — English (9–12); School Administrator: Principal
  • NJ Professional Educator’s License — English Teacher (7–12); Supervisor; Principal
  • SHRM-CP — Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional
  • Certificate in Education Finance — Georgetown University
  • Certified ALICE Instructor

Timeline

Secondary ELA Content Coordinator

Onslow County Schools
08.2025 - Current

Adjunct Professor

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)
01.2025 - Current

HR & Operations Officer

Beacon Education Organization
10.2024 - 08.2025

Director of Operations

Cape Fear Center for Inquiry
01.2022 - 10.2024

School Administrator

Pender County Schools
01.2019 - 01.2022

High School Instructional Coach

Pender County Schools
01.2018 - 01.2019

Assistant Principal

Kingsway Regional Middle School
07.2015 - 03.2017

High School English Teacher

Pennsville Memorial School District
09.2006 - 06.2015

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership

Seton Hall University

Master of Science - Educational Psychology

Capella University

Bachelor of Arts - English, Secondary Education

Rowan University

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