Susan Rose
Ephrata,WA
Summary
As an educator, my core values drive my work. I prioritize community, kindness, joy, equity, and data-informed decision making. These values guide me in creating an inclusive, supportive environment where every student can thrive.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Intern
Quincy School District
2023.08 - Current
- Supported and improved student management systems by helping with day-to-day needs as well as by upgrading MTSS tools through the Homeroom platform.
- Led 9th Grade Success team through multiple Plan, Do, Study, Adjust cycles to review data and identify solutions to ensure all 9th grade students are on track to graduate.
- Upgraded and streamlined standardized testing system by mentoring a new testing coordinator and through collaboration with stakeholders across the district.
- Oversaw and revamped advisory courses through reflective data collection, iterative feedback from teachers, and in collaboration with teacher leaders in order to institute a more streamlined, supportive system.
- Collaborated with building and district leadership to support building and district initiatives.
- Regularly presented information and facilitated professional development at Learning Improvement Days and in staff meetings.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Instructional Coach
Quincy School District
2019.08 - Current
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Supported new teachers through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support in the BEST program.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Promoted continuous improvement in teaching practices by leading professional learning communities focused on best practices and research-based strategies.
- Supported curriculum adoption for science, history, and ELA departments.
- Led and supported AVID implementation work as the AVID coordinator.
English, MLL, and AVID Teacher
Quincy School District
2011.08 - 2022.08
- Utilized Common Core State Standards and a guaranteed and viable curriculum to guide instruction that centered on building literacy and critical thinking skills by utilizing a wide breadth of texts and writing genres.
- Supported postsecondary aspirations of primarily first generation college going students through AVID curriculum.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostered a supportive learning environment by utilizing AVID, PBIS, and GLAD strategies.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students through trauma informed and equity based practices.
Education
Residency Principal Certificate -
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA05.2024
Ph.D. - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID 05.2022
MIT - Education
Whitworth University
Spokane, WA05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA05.2008
Skills
Building Community: Engaging and listening to stakeholders has been at the center of my work as the 9th Grade Success lead, Advisory Lead, AVID Coordinator, MEChA Advisor, and more.
Centering Kindness and Joy: Through a growth mindset and instructional coaching model based on the Center for Educational Leadership's approach, I provide high support to meet colleagues and students where their are at in their learning.
Equity Focused: I strive to create an environment where equity guides action, ensuring that every student has access to opportunities and resources to success by mentoring teachers and colleagues on best practices for instruction and intervention in areas like advisory, testing, and coursework.
Data-Informed Decision Making: I am adept at collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources to inform educational practice, as can be seen in my research work leading to improving literacy instruction, MTSS, and postsecondary outcomes.
Certification
Awards and Recognition:
- Teacher of the Year, Quincy Chamber of Commerce, Quincy, WA (2018)
Certificates and Licenses
- National Board Certification (NBCT): English Language Arts/Adolescence and Young Adulthood (2017, 2022)
- Teacher Certificate, 7-12 English Education, State of Washington (2011)
- Teacher Certificate, K-12 ELL, State of Washington (2011)
Leadership Roles
- QHS AVID Coordinator (2013-present )
- Building Learning Improvement Team (BLIT) Lead Representative (2012-2016, 2020-present)
- District Learning Improvement Team (DLIT) Representative (2012-2018, 2020-present)
- Quincy School District and High School Equity Team Member (2015-present)
- Quincy Education Association (QEA) President (2016-2018)
- Moviemineto Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan (MEChA) Advisor (2012-2019)
- PBIS (Positive Behavioral Intervention Support) Team Member (2012-2018)
Accomplishments
- University of Washington Center for Educational Leadership (CEL) Instructional Coach Training Series (2020-present)
- Courageous Conversations About Race, BD1 and BD2, (2018-2020)
- Guided Language Acquisition Design (GLAD) Certified (2012)
- AVID Summer Institute Trainings (2013-present)
- Marzano Trainer of Teacher (TOT) (2017-2018)
- Quincy School District Reconfiguration Committee Member (2015-2017)
- Washington Education Association (WEA) Culturally Responsive Strategies Trainer (2016-present)
Additional Certification, Training, and Conferences
- AVID Summer Institute Certified (10 Trainings)
- Presenter at Palouse Language and Culture Symposium 2020
- Guided Language Acquisition Design (GLAD) Certified
- Marzano Trainer of Teacher (TOT's) Certified
- TPEP Steering Committee Member
- Quincy School District Reconfiguration Committee Member
- QEA Bargaining Team Member
- WEA Culturally Responsive Strategies Trainer
- WEA Representative Assembly Member
Timeline
Administrative Intern
Quincy School District
2023.08 - Current
Instructional Coach
Quincy School District
2019.08 - Current
English, MLL, and AVID Teacher
Quincy School District
2011.08 - 2022.08
Residency Principal Certificate -
Gonzaga University
Ph.D. - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Idaho
MIT - Education
Whitworth University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Eastern Washington University
Awards and Recognition:
- Teacher of the Year, Quincy Chamber of Commerce, Quincy, WA (2018)
Certificates and Licenses
- National Board Certification (NBCT): English Language Arts/Adolescence and Young Adulthood (2017, 2022)
- Teacher Certificate, 7-12 English Education, State of Washington (2011)
- Teacher Certificate, K-12 ELL, State of Washington (2011)
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