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Terry L. Burge
Education
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented transformational change leader in education, dedicated to empowering educators and students through innovative, equity-driven strategies. Proven expertise in coordinating professional development, supporting equity-focused instruction, and integrating 21st-century technology to enhance critical thinking, creative engagement, and academic performance. Exceptional mentoring skills, strategic planning, and curriculum alignment for diverse populations and fostering a collaborative environment that ensures adaptability and delivers impactful outcomes. Committed to driving systemic change and promoting equity within educational settings, paving the way for a more inclusive future.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
Teaching Certifications
4
4
Certified Trainer
Work History
Chief Creative Officer/Owner
theCREATIVE EDUCATIONAL GURU
07.2023 - Current
- Launch of a new consulting company specializing in creative educational approaches, including project-based learning, art-based instruction, and hands-on activities.
- Develop teacher strategies that encourage students to think creatively and critically in mixer learner groups, using team building strategies and collaborative learning styles, producing improved problem-solving skills and real-world application.
- Design interactive and innovative classroom environments that foster independence, adaptability, and a willingness to take risks, resulting in enhanced student engagement and overall student success.
Virtual Academy Teacher and Trainer
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Created and delivered engaging virtual lessons that fostered increased student involvement and received positive feedback from 90% of participants.
- Analyzed daily assessments and homework to recognize academic performance impacts, followed by the creation of targeted intervention strategies.
- Designed and implemented virtual training sessions that accommodated various learning styles, achieving a 38% boost in student engagement and a 46% increase in parent involvement over a 6-month period.
Specialist, School Improvement Grant - Office of Innovation
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
11.2019 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with educational institutions to optimize execution of federally-funded School Improvement Grant, aimed at improving academic outcomes in at-promise LAUSD schools.
- Executed comprehensive professional development initiatives by designing and leading workshops to enhance equity-focused teaching practices.
- Shifted focus from a deficit-based to asset-based approach to support at-promised subgroups resulting in an average 19% increase in graduation progression.
- Engaged in strategic partnerships with recognized educational figures to implement teachings that fostered a positive work environment for educators and administrators.
Achievement Specialist & Founding Member
ORENDA EDUCATION
07.2014 - 07.2019
- Designed and facilitated workshops aimed at fostering equity-driven instruction, coordinating professional development programs across California.
- Orchestrated discussions on curriculum alignment and common assessments, fostering a district-wide culture of data-driven instructional practices.
- Created and delivered targeted development programs to strengthen leadership and teaching effectiveness among more than 1,000 district and local school site leaders.
Principal – Atwater Avenue Elementary School
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Developed and directed the school's instructional program and staff performance while managing operational aspects of the school efficiently and balancing a three-million-dollar budget.
- Implemented with fidelity district Master Plan for English Learners, Special Education, and (RtI2) intervention techniques and leveraged expertise in Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and the state Teaching and Learning Framework.
- Collaborated with all school stakeholders to establish key learning goals, dynamic community events, and a positive work environment, culminating in 16% raised student state test scores.
Previous Educational Positions
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.1998 - 06.2013
- District Instructional Coach - Local District 4, East, Central
- Special Education Designee - Hoover Street Elementary
- Literacy Coach - Lockwood Elementary, Fletcher Drive Elementary
- Intervention Teacher/Coordinator - Lockwood Elementary, Fletcher Drive Elementary
- Elementary Teacher - Fletcher Drive Elementary
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Educational Leadership and Administration
California State University-Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Organizational Communications
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXSkills
- Remote and Onsite Training & Development
- Project-Based Learning with Student-Centered Lesson Design
- Data-driven Instructional Design
- Social-Emotional Approaches
- Communication Management
- Team Mentorship/Academic Leadership
- Motivational Speaker
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Flexible and adaptable w/Growth Mindset
- Collaborative & Creative Learning
Certification
- California Administrative Services Credential, State of California, California State University – Los Angeles
- California Multi-Subject Teaching Credential, State of California, California State University – Los Angeles
- Transitional Kindergarten – Adult Education, State of California, California State University – Los Angeles
- Universal Design for Learning Certified Trainer, 2022-01-01, Present
- Remote Learning and Digital Citizenship Certified Trainer, 2020-03-01, Present
- Response to Intervention (RtI) Certified Trainer, 2010-01-01, Present
- English Language Development (ELD) Certified Trainer, 2010-01-01, Present
AWARDS & AFFILIATIONS
Marquis Who's Who in Education – 2026 Featured Premiere Education Recipient
Marquis Who's Who in America – 2024 Education Honoree
American Association of School Administrators, Member
California Teachers Association, Member
United Teachers of Los Angeles, Member
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, Member
Timeline
Chief Creative Officer/Owner
theCREATIVE EDUCATIONAL GURU
07.2023 - Current
Virtual Academy Teacher and Trainer
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2022 - 12.2023
Specialist, School Improvement Grant - Office of Innovation
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
11.2019 - 06.2022
Achievement Specialist & Founding Member
ORENDA EDUCATION
07.2014 - 07.2019
Principal – Atwater Avenue Elementary School
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2013 - 07.2014
Previous Educational Positions
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.1998 - 06.2013
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Educational Leadership and Administration
California State University-Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Organizational Communications
Lamar University
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Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeContract WorkFull TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursWork-life balanceWork from home option401k matchPaid time offQuote
Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim. Accept no ones definition of your life; define yourself!
Harvey Fierstein, Tony Award Winning Actor
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Software
Google Certified
Microsoft 365
Adobe Creative Cloud
Canva Visual Suite
Zoom Workplace
LMS Platforms: Schoology, Big Blue Button
Magic School - AI Educator Certification Level 4
Mac and Windows Computer Systems