Terri Wyatt, Ed.S.
Assistant Administrator/Graduation Coach
McDonough,United States
Summary
Dynamic, student-centered educational leader with extensive experience in school operations, graduation coaching, and the implementation of MTSS/PBIS systems. Recognized for fostering a positive school culture and building strong relationships while utilizing data-driven strategies to accelerate student achievement and enhance staff effectiveness. Committed to cultivating a collaborative and inclusive environment that prioritizes continuous improvement and school safety, consistently exceeding performance targets through refined support systems. Eager to leverage instructional leadership skills to contribute to the success and well-being of the school community.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Administrator/Graduation Coach/MTSS Support Lead/PBIS Lead
Rockdale County Public Schools
07.2020 - Current
- Monitor student graduation progress using real-time data dashboards to identify at-risk students early.
- Collaborate with counselors and staff to design individualized graduation plans addressing credits, attendance, and assessments.
- Lead senior progress monitoring cycles and coordinate targeted interventions for on-time graduation.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding progress, requirements, and support options.
- Implement credit recovery, dual enrollment, and extended learning pathways to increase graduation rates.
- Serve as administrator in the admin team’s absence, supervising operations, safety, and instructional continuity.
- Leverages data-driven insights to refine support strategies, continuously enhancing student progress and academic performance.
- Empower staff through targeted coaching on tiered supports and evidence-based interventions, fostering improved classroom dynamics.
- Manages and oversees student discipline, ensuring consistent and fair application of the school’s behavior policies while promoting a positive school climate and restorative practices.
- Direct and chair MTSS team meetings, analyzing data to drive intervention plans and monitor the effectiveness of school-wide supports and attend PLCs.
- Spearheads MTSS framework development, integrating RTI, PBIS, SEL, and 504 plans for comprehensive student support and equitable learning outcomes.
- Serves as Summer School Director, overseeing curriculum, staff, student engagement, and the overall execution of a successful summer academic program.
- Leads as Student Success Academy Director, focusing on transitioning and supporting at-risk students with academic and behavioral challenges, ensuring individualized success plans for each student while managing staffing, schedules, reporting, and data tracking.
- Manage all administrative tasks for both Summer School and Student Success Academy, including staffing, budget proposals, event scheduling, and progress reporting.
- Organize and lead parent conferences and student intervention meetings with clarity and transparency and maintain strong communication with parents and community partners to improve engagement and resolve concerns.
- Promote a positive school culture through PBIS, social-emotional learning initiatives, and staff collaboration, ensuring alignment with school and district goals.
- Directs the Parent Success Academy (PSA), providing resources, workshops, and training to empower parents with the tools and strategies needed to support their children’s academic, social, and emotional development.
- Comply with mandatory reporting laws and ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principals.
- Participate in school safety meetings, facility meetings, professional development meetings, and budget planning to contribute to the school’s continuous improvement.
8th-Grade Algebra I Teacher
Gwinnett County Public Schools
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Instructed Algebra I to 8th grade students, fostering a deep understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Developed engaging and relevant lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, incorporating diverse teaching methods to meet the needs of all learners.
- Collaborated with the 8th-grade math team to ensure alignment and continuity across grade levels and coordinated vertically with the 9th-grade team for seamless student progression.
- Created math reviews, engage activities, and assessments to reinforce learning and assess student understanding.
- Served as a member of the Assessment Team, using diagnostic data from various assessments to inform and adjust instruction for targeted student improvement.
- Participated on the PBIS Team, promoting a positive school culture by implementing and supporting behavior interventions and systems that encouraged student success.
- Successfully integrated classroom technology to enhance instruction and improve student engagement.
- Developed and implemented discipline and time management strategies, maintaining a well-structured and productive learning environment.
9th-Grade Algebra I Teacher
Rockdale County Public Schools
07.2014 - 07.2019
- Instructed 9th-grade mathematics, developing engaging and relevant lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and ensuring mastery of key concepts.
- Served as PLC Lead Teacher, guiding and coordinating the professional learning community, fostering collaboration among teachers, and aligning instructional practices across the math department.
- Led the Assessment Team, overseeing the use of data from various assessments to inform instruction, adjust teaching strategies, and ensure student growth.
- Facilitated RTI (Response to Intervention) processes, providing targeted support to students in need of academic intervention and collaborating with colleagues to develop appropriate interventions.
- Co-taught inclusion classes in collaboration with a special education teacher, ensuring that all students, including those with special needs, received individualized support and access to grade-level content.
- Collaborated closely with the 9th-grade math team, ensuring alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessments, and worked vertically with the 10th-grade team to ensure a smooth transition for students.
- Designed and implemented math reviews, engage activities, and assessments to monitor student progress and reinforce key concepts.
- Successfully integrated classroom technology, discipline, and time management strategies to enhance student engagement and create a structured learning environment.
- Provided leadership as an Assistant Administrator, supporting school-wide initiatives and contributing to a positive and productive school climate.
7th Grade Math Teacher
Newton County Schools
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Served as the 7th-Grade Content Team Lead, guiding the development and alignment of math instruction across the grade level to ensure consistency and high standards in teaching practices.
- Developed and executed comprehensive lesson plans for daily math instruction, creating an engaging and challenging learning environment that addressed diverse student needs.
- Instructed both gifted and inclusion students, collaborating with a special education teacher to provide differentiated support and ensure all students had access to rigorous mathematical content.
- Led the integration of technology, discipline, and classroom management strategies to enhance learning outcomes, promote student engagement, and maintain a positive, structured classroom environment.
- Provided leadership within the math department, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement among colleagues while supporting the academic growth of all students.
Education
Educational Specialist -
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Georgia05.2017
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Data Analysis - MTSS
- Restorative Practices
- Team Collaboration
- Strategic Planning
- Graduation Coaching
Training coordination
Document management
Records management
Calendar management
Meeting facilitation
Fundraising coordination
Relationship development
Administrative support
Recordkeeping and file management
Continuous improvement
Decision-making
Team building and leadership
Events coordination
Program leadership
Cross-functional collaboration
Stakeholder relations
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Team collaboration
Verbal and written communication
Personable and approachable
Conflict resolution
Goal setting
Staff management
Task delegation
Documentation and reporting
MS office
Data confidentiality
Work Planning and Prioritization
Flexible schedule
Certification
- Education Leadership - Tier II
- Gifted In- Field
- Mathematics 6 - 12
- Middle Grades Math 4 - 8
- Clearance Certificate
- July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2029
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Designed and launched four flagship student success programs (Student Success Academy, Saturday School, M.A.S.S., Parent Success Academy) that collectively achieved over a 90% success rate in improving academic outcomes and family engagement.
- Spearheaded the Student Success Academy, an after-school intervention program providing tutoring and credit recovery, directly contributing to a significant reduction in failure rates and increase in on-time graduation.
- Founded the M.A.S.S. program to support student-athletes, creating a dedicated study hall with tutorial support that improved GPA benchmarks for over 90% of participating athletes.
- Developed the Parent Success Academy, expanding community partnerships to offer workshops on academic support, financial literacy, and credit health, boosting parent participation in school events by 10%.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementCompany CultureStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company Retreats401k matchLanguages
English
Native or Bilingual
Software
Office 365
Adobe Acrobat
Parent Square
Canvas
Infinite Campus
PBIS Apps
CollegeBoard (PSAT, SAT, AP)
Synergy
Quote
The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character- that is the goal of true education.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Timeline
Assistant Administrator/Graduation Coach/MTSS Support Lead/PBIS Lead
Rockdale County Public Schools
07.2020 - Current
8th-Grade Algebra I Teacher
Gwinnett County Public Schools
07.2019 - 06.2020
9th-Grade Algebra I Teacher
Rockdale County Public Schools
07.2014 - 07.2019
7th Grade Math Teacher
Newton County Schools
07.2013 - 07.2014
Educational Specialist -
Valdosta State University