Tegan Stanford
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Strategic and collaborative educational leader with over a decade of experience in independent and public school settings. Recognized for excellence in teaching and leadership, with strengths in team facilitation, curriculum implementation, faculty mentorship, and fostering student belonging. Committed to advancing academic excellence and supporting a strong, mission-aligned Lower School community.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Ravenscroft School
Raleigh, NC, USA
08.2024 - Current
- Lead and facilitate grade-level team meetings focused on instructional planning, student support, and divisional priorities.
- Serve as liaison between faculty and Lower School administration.
- Support colleagues through collaborative problem-solving, mentorship, and shared instructional planning.
- Partner with families to ensure consistent communication and student support.
Second Grade Teacher
Ravenscroft School
Raleigh, NC, USA
09.2021 - Current
Math Curriculum Chair K–2
Ravenscroft School
Raleigh, NC, USA
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Led K–2 implementation of Math in Focus curriculum and facilitated professional development sessions.
- Analyzed student data to guide instructional decisions and strengthen vertical alignment.
Teacher Leader
Fairfax County Public Schools
Lorton, VA, USA
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Led grade-level instructional planning and school improvement initiatives.
- Mentored new teachers and supported faculty professional development.
- Implemented literacy initiatives resulting in 96% reading proficiency.
- Ensured 90% of students met Standards of Learning benchmarks.
Third Grade Teacher
Fairfax County Public Schools
Lorton, VA, USA
08.2013 - 08.2021
Education
Master of Educational Leadership -
Wake Forest University
12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Education
The Pennsylvania State University
05-2013
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Team Facilitation
- Faculty Mentorship
- Curriculum Development
- Professional Development
- Data-Informed Decision Making
- Student Belonging & SEL
- Family Engagement
- Strategic Communication
Accomplishments
Parents’ Association Distinguished Faculty Award, Ravenscroft School (2023)
Timeline
Team Leader
Ravenscroft School
08.2024 - Current
Math Curriculum Chair K–2
Ravenscroft School
08.2022 - 06.2024
Second Grade Teacher
Ravenscroft School
09.2021 - Current
Teacher Leader
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2016 - 08.2021
Third Grade Teacher
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2013 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Education
The Pennsylvania State University
Master of Educational Leadership -
Wake Forest University
Leadership Competencies
- Instructional Leadership
- Team Facilitation
- Faculty Mentorship
- Curriculum Development
- Professional Development
- Data-Informed Decision Making
- Student Belonging & SEL
- Family Engagement
- Strategic Communication