Forward thinking educator who believes all students should be given equal opportunities to become the best version of themselves
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Democracy Prep Endurance High School
07.2021 - Current
Supervise and evaluate teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
Train teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and lesson plan modifications.
Coached 9th Grade ELA team to 57% reduction in behavioral infractions from 21-22 school year to 22-23 school year.
Coached 9th Grade ELA team to 51% increase in pass rates from Trimester 1 exams to Trimester 3 Exams during 23-24 school year, a 10% increase from the 41% at the end of 22-23 school year.
Coached 10th Grade ELA team to 27% increase in pass rates from Trimester 1 exams to New York State Regents Exams during 23-24 school year, a 13% increase from the end of the of 22-23 school year.
Lead meetings to convey policy changes, gather information and assess employee thoughts.
Monitor student behavior and enforce discipline policies.
Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
Model expected and appropriate leadership to promote teaching staff and administrative personnel's positive interaction with students and families.
ELA Teacher/9th Grade Level & ELA Department Chair
Democracy Prep Endurance High School
08.2018 - 06.2021
Through instruction raised class average of 10% from Trimester 1 exams to Trimester 3 exams during 20-21 school year.
Students studied literary elements, writing styles, and grammar rules through reading texts about identity, racism, and feminism.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Engaged in weekly coaching sessions with instructional coach to strengthen lesson plans.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Ran weekly men's group that discusses themes of masculinity and issues facing young men of color.
Utilized films and television series to convey themes integral to classroom.
Established and review grade-level initiatives that contribute to scholar's social-emotional learning.
Ran weekly Grade Level Meetings where we discussed scholars, families, and strategies that can improve scholars daily academic and emotional well-being.
Ran weekly Town Halls that allowed for scholars and teachers to bond and build relationship through games, academic competitions, and awards,
Ran weekly Department Meetings where we discussed strategies surrounding engagement, comprehension, and skill building,
Group Leader
Backpacks and Binoculars
06.2018 - 08.2018
Led group of 10-20 campers aged 6-11 in variety of summer activities.
Supervised camp counselors in management of campers.
Led field trips and workshops that culminated in weekly events that showcased work done by campers.
Substitute Teacher
School Professionals
12.2017 - 06.2018
Fulfilled short-term teaching vacancies for grades K-8 in schools throughout city.
Tutored students 1:1 in common core subjects including ELA and History.
Assisted students with coursework individually and in small groups.
Teaching Fellow/Campus Culture Lead
Citizen Schools: Renaissance School Of The Arts
08.2015 - 07.2017
Built strong culture on campus through planning school events and community events.
Was responsible for parent outreach and family engagement.
Created rewards system for strong academic performance and good behavior.
Assisted 7th grade ELA and Science teachers with 1:1 work, group work, and behavior management.
Taught apprenticeships that included Video Game Design, Filmmaking, and The Business of Basketball.
Prepared daily lesson plans for activities such as apprenticeships and book club.
Activity Specialist/Film and Video
SCO Family of Services P. S. 41/Albany Houses
11.2014 - 08.2015
Taught students (grades 6-12) many facets of filmmaking during after school hours and summer.
Created scripts from different genres with students which included Sci-Fi, Drama, Comedy, and Documentary.
Organized community service event with students.
Created and filmed PSA (Public Service Announcement) for school.
Recruited students in Albany Houses housing complex in Brooklyn for summer program.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education & ELA Grades 7-12
Relay Graduate School Of Education
New York, NY
05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Africana Studies
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY
08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Film/Video
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2013
Skills
Relationship Building
Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Classroom Management
Curriculum Development
Behavior Management Systems
Strong Communication Skills
AP Capstone Certified
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Democracy Prep Endurance High School
07.2021 - Current
ELA Teacher/9th Grade Level & ELA Department Chair
Democracy Prep Endurance High School
08.2018 - 06.2021
Group Leader
Backpacks and Binoculars
06.2018 - 08.2018
Substitute Teacher
School Professionals
12.2017 - 06.2018
Teaching Fellow/Campus Culture Lead
Citizen Schools: Renaissance School Of The Arts
08.2015 - 07.2017
Activity Specialist/Film and Video
SCO Family of Services P. S. 41/Albany Houses
11.2014 - 08.2015
Master of Arts - Special Education & ELA Grades 7-12
Relay Graduate School Of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Africana Studies
Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Arts - Film/Video
Columbia College Chicago
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