Thelisa Taylor
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Motivated Trainer eager to help new hires advance in knowledge and abilities to meet career goals. Engaging and hands-on instructor with more than twenty-five years of related experience and superior planning and time management abilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainer/ Professional Development
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
08.2015 - Current
- Resolves grade-wide issues by mediating concerns and collaborating with staff and administration to implement solutions.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
- Streamlines communication processes for grade-level staff, reducing response times and increasing collaboration.
- Serves as a liaison between administration and grade-level staff, ensuring smooth implementation of school policies and initiatives.
- Develops grade-wide curriculum maps to ensure consistency and alignment with district and state standards.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Trained and mentored eighteen new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
Assistant Principal
Brownsville Road Optional School
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Oversees daily school operations, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and academically focused environment for students and staff.
- Conducts teacher evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth and instructional excellence.
- Monitors classroom performance data to identify trends, inform decisions, and support targeted improvement initiatives.
- Manages school schedules, including class rotations, testing periods, and extracurricular activities, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
Title I Instructional Supervisor
Federal Programs Grants & Compliance
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Directs Title I programs to support underperforming schools by fostering equitable learning environments and ensuring all students meet academic standards.
- Develops and monitors budgets for Title I funding, ensuring equitable allocation of resources to support student achievement.
- Implements strategic plans for addressing systemic barriers to success among economically disadvantaged students.
Instructional Facilitator
Memphis City Schools
07.2006 - 08.2012
- Designs and delivers targeted professional development sessions, increasing teacher confidence and competency in instructional strategies.
- Conducts classroom observations and provides individualized coaching to educators, leading to measurable improvements in student engagement and achievement.
- Guides teachers in developing and implementing standards-aligned curricula that support differentiated instruction and equitable student outcomes.
- Receives recognition from district leadership for outstanding contributions to teacher development and student success.
Administrator/ Technology Specialist
Memphis City Schools
07.2001 - 08.2006
- Designs and delivered professional development sessions for educators on integrating educational technology tools, increasing classroom engagement by 30%.
- Provides technical support and training for teachers and staff, resolving issues with hardware, software, and instructional tools to ensure seamless technology adoption.
- Collaborates with educators to develop technology-enhanced lesson plans aligned with district standards and curriculum goals.
- Manages the roll-out of new educational software tools, coordinating between vendors, IT staff, and educators to ensure successful deployment.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Murfreesboro City Schools
08.1994 - 08.2001
- Fosters strong student-teacher relationships to encourage active participation and a growth mindset in the classroom.
- Integrates technology, including SmartBoards, learning management systems (LMS), and interactive software, to enhance student learning and participation.
- Collaborates with colleagues, parents, and administrators to develop and execute individualized education plans (IEPs) and support student success.
Education
Education Specialist (Ed., S.) - Administration and Supervision
Union University
Memphis, TN08-2009
Master of Education (M.A.) - Curriculum and Instruction
Union University
Memphis, TN08-2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education Grades 1-8
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN08.1994
Skills
- Planning and coordination
- Brand building and awareness
- Program management
- Creative problem solving
- Training material updates
Licenses Awards Certifications
- Certified Parenting Educator, 08/01/94, The Bowdoin Method, Murfreesboro, TN, Murfreesboro City Schools
- Enriching the Brains of Poverty, 06/01/07, Jensen Learning Corporation, San Antonio, TX
Timeline
Trainer/ Professional Development
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
08.2015 - Current
Assistant Principal
Brownsville Road Optional School
08.2013 - 08.2015
Title I Instructional Supervisor
Federal Programs Grants & Compliance
09.2012 - 08.2013
Instructional Facilitator
Memphis City Schools
07.2006 - 08.2012
Administrator/ Technology Specialist
Memphis City Schools
07.2001 - 08.2006
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Murfreesboro City Schools
08.1994 - 08.2001
Education Specialist (Ed., S.) - Administration and Supervision
Union University
Master of Education (M.A.) - Curriculum and Instruction
Union University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education Grades 1-8
Middle Tennessee State University
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