Tammy Manning
Brighton,TN
Summary
Experienced educational leader with a solid background in administration, curriculum development, and student engagement. Adept at creating a collaborative environment that promotes academic achievement and continuous improvement. Adaptable to changing educational requirements and dedicated to upholding high standards. Noted for outstanding leadership, strong communication skills, and strategic planning expertise.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
KIPP Delta Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals every week.
- Trained 35 teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Evaluated curriculum materials for alignment with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
Instructional Leadership Coach
Leading Educators
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Provide expert coaching to 40 school leaders and 10 instructional teams to enhance teaching and learning practices
- Design and facilitate professional development sessions to build capacity in instructional leadership
- Collaborate with over 40 educators to develop and implement strategic plans for improving student outcomes
- Utilize data-driven approaches to monitor and support instructional improvements across multiple schools
- Conducted 5 workshops and 3 seminars on various leadership topics, enhancing the professional skills of attendees.
- Designed customized training materials and resources, tailored to each client''s unique needs and goals.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Evaluated client performance against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Instructional Advisor
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted 10 school teams in developing long-term literacy, math, and science plans
- Designed and facilitated district and school-based professional development as necessary
- Provided leadership in monitoring and implementing appropriate curriculum to meet the identified needs of schools
- Offer expert support to build capacity within school instructional teams on research-based strategies
- Collaborate with teachers to determine curriculum efficacy.
Assistant Principal
KIPP Memphis Public Schools
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Led and implement achievement initiatives to elevate the school from Level 1 to Level 5 in overall ELA/Math growth and achievement
- Developed teachers to provide rigorous and high-quality instruction
- Supported the school leader in planning, implementing, and enabling systems of the Academic Strategies Pyramid
- Led turnaround work to increase growth and achievement levels in the school
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Instructional Coach
Porter-Leath
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Coach teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies
- Analyze student data, diagnose instructional needs, and identify research-based instructional strategies
- Design, implement, and manage successful training programs for over 600 staff members
- Increased student engagement by 60% through the implementation of innovative teaching techniques and resources.
- Implemented evidence-based literacy strategies, resulting in 62% improved reading comprehension and writing abilities among students.
Lead Teacher
Promise Academy Charter School
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Reviewed formative and summative data from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students every week.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators
- Provide one-on-one instruction for students having difficulties or falling behind.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilizing numerous teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
Lead Teacher
Southwind Elementary School
11.2013 - 10.2017
- Increased students' Math and Science scores by 53% through private tutoring.
- Consistently received positive teacher evaluations
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student learning.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Education
ED. S - Instructional Leadership
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12.2020
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction
Freed-Hardeman University
Henderson, TN05.2006
Bachelor of Science -
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05.2001
Skills
- School Leadership
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Teacher Development
- Mentoring
- Change Management
- Staff Management
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Strategic leadership
Personal Information
Title: Professional License - Pre-k - 6, ILL - Leadership License - Pre-k - 12
Timeline
Instructional Leadership Coach
Leading Educators
08.2023 - 06.2024
Principal
KIPP Delta Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Instructional Advisor
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
08.2022 - 07.2023
Assistant Principal
KIPP Memphis Public Schools
07.2021 - 08.2022
Instructional Coach
Porter-Leath
08.2018 - 06.2021
Lead Teacher
Promise Academy Charter School
10.2017 - 08.2018
Lead Teacher
Southwind Elementary School
11.2013 - 10.2017
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction
Freed-Hardeman University
ED. S - Instructional Leadership
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science -
Tennessee State University
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