Taylor Addison
Director Of Academics
Fulshear,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable Instructional Leader with proven track record in academic leadership and teacher development. Successfully led teams to enhance educational programs for students and foster culture of continuous improvement. Demonstrated ability to strategize and implement innovative solutions while maintaining strong communication and organizational skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Director of Academics
Yes Prep Public Schools
Houston, Texas
07.2022 - Current
- Increased student STAAR D1 achievement by 4% by overseeing the implementing of data-driven instructional strategies and personalized learning plans.
- Directly managed and coached Dean of Instructions at the campus level.
- Established an instructional vision for the school year, and implemented coaching plans and cycles tailored to student achievement and individual teacher goals.
- Enhanced teacher collaboration and professional development through the establishment of professional learning communities.
- Coordinated state and national testing at the campus level, and trained faculty members on testing protocols.
- Supported Section 504 students and families through advocacy, strategic planning, and coordination of service meetings.
- Led an individual graduation committee that supported seniors in danger of not graduating through specific tasks and designed individual support plans for each student.
- Collaborated with stakeholders on strategic planning efforts, ensuring alignment with district goals and objectives.
- Oversaw the implementation of technology-based instructional tools to enhance learning experiences for both teachers and students.
- Monitored student progress through regular analysis of assessment data, adjusting instructional approaches as needed to address individual needs.
- Managed budgetary resources to maximize the effectiveness of educational programming while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
- Evaluated faculty performance to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality instruction and adherence to best practices.
Dean of Instruction
YES Prep Public Schools
Houston, Texas
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Data analysis, strategic observations, and coaching helped increase Science 8's District assessment average from 44% (20-21) to 64% (21-22).
- Data Analysis, strategic observations, and coaching with ELA 8 21-22 school year has landed the content in the top 3 percentile for District assessment achievement.
- Helps plan, create, and facilitate material for weekly professional development.
- Served as Interim Director of Academics March 2020-June 2020 and assumed all responsibilities associated with role
- Served as Campus testing Coordinator Spring 2021 school year
- Created Professional learning materials, schedules and secured testing materials for all Spring 2021 testing.
- Observe teaching methods and examine learning materials to evaluate and standardize curricula and teaching techniques, and to determine areas where improvement is needed.
- Evaluate curricula, teaching methods, and programs to determine their effectiveness, efficiency, and utilization, and to ensure that school activities comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Counsel and provide guidance to students regarding personal, academic, vocational, or behavioral issues.
- Plan and lead professional development activities for teachers, administrators, and support staff.
- Set educational standards and goals, and help establish policies and procedures to carry them out.
- Plan lessons and teach classes or courses to students when teacher of Record was away.
Teacher
YES Prep Public Schools
Houston, Texas
06.2016 - 06.2019
- Increased STAAR data 10% by strategic planning, frequent data analysis, and consistent tutorials.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
- Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
- Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher fellow
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2016
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Effective Communication
- Solutions Orientation
- Testing Coordination
- Planning and coordination
- Administrative support
- Relationship Development
- Leadership Development
- Educational leadership
- Effective Professional Development Facilitation
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
Classroom Teacher Core Subjects Grades (4-8)
Timeline
Director of Academics
Yes Prep Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
Dean of Instruction
YES Prep Public Schools
06.2019 - 06.2022
Teacher
YES Prep Public Schools
06.2016 - 06.2019
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas State University
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