Susannah Young
Cypress,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Associate Director of K-12 Education
Children At Risk
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with executive leadership to develop long-term organizational goals and strategies.
- Directed content strategy for the STEM Summit, successfully uniting key stakeholders across education, industry, and policy to address emerging trends and innovative solutions for strengthening the college-to-career pipeline in STEM fields.
- Developed and led the Texas Coaching Collaborative, fostering collaboration among instructional coaching non-profit partners to advance equitable, high-quality instruction in Texas public schools.
- Contributed to the creation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and the development of Communities of Practice for Local Network Organizations within the Harris County Early Quality Network, enhancing early childhood education initiatives.
- Crafted data-driven policy recommendations for legislative members, advocating for solutions addressing chronic absenteeism and the implementation of education savings accounts to prioritize equity and accountability.
- Coached junior team members to build their expertise in key areas, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Academic Performance Coach
Children At Risk
10.2022 - Current
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities at 12 different campuses across 3 different school districts.
- Collaborated on grant proposal writing processes, successfully securing funds for various projects and initiatives.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Managed 4 social media campaigns that boosted online social media presence.
- Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions for grade-level teams to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
- Promoted continuous improvement in teaching practices by leading professional learning communities focused on best practices and research-based strategies.
- Optimized the use of technology in classrooms by training teachers on how to effectively integrate AI into lesson plans and instructional activities that enhance student learning experiences.
Literacy Performance Coach
Houston A+ Challenge
08.2019 - 10.2022
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities at 15 different campuses across 6 different school districts.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of instructional materials to ensure alignment with state standards and district goals.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Conducted monthly professional development sessions on integrating reading and technology skills into science and social studies curricula.
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive program to enhance early literacy for emergent multilingual students, resulting in significant improvements in end of year assessment scores through targeted professional development and coaching.
District Curriculum Coach
CFISD
07.2015 - 08.2019
- Created curriculum at the district level for teachers to utilize in both reading and writing at all 18 middle school campuses
- Provided intensive professional development training for new teachers
- Developed SSI Summer School Curriculum for middle school
- Led monthly professional development sessions that provided over 150 teachers with the necessary tools to be successful in delivering instruction in both reading and writing
- Provided monthly training on a district level to 30 instructional coaches from all middle school campuses
- Presented training on new ELA standards to 150 teachers
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to create strong learning environments that meet the needs of all students.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX08.2017
Bachelor of Arts in Education -
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX05.2011
Skills
- Organizational Development
- Project Management
- Training Development
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Training and Mentoring
- Relationship Building
Certification
- EC-6 Generalist
- EC-12 ESL Supplemental
- EC-12 Technology Applications
- EC-12 Principal
Affiliations
- International Literacy Association
- TCTELA
References
- Marcela Moore, Assistant Principal, Emerson Elementary School, 502-389-5153, mmoore28@houstonisd.org
- Jennifer Mascheck, Director of Texas A+ Challenge Coaches, Children at Risk, 832-549-6563, jmascheck@childrenatrisk.org
- Briauna Derry, Director of Media Activism, Children at Risk, 208-553-6110, bderry@childrenatrisk.org
Timeline
Senior Associate Director of K-12 Education
Children At Risk
08.2024 - Current
Academic Performance Coach
Children At Risk
10.2022 - Current
Literacy Performance Coach
Houston A+ Challenge
08.2019 - 10.2022
District Curriculum Coach
CFISD
07.2015 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts in Education -
University of Houston-Downtown
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