THRESIA E. PILATE
Nashville,TN
Summary
Result and purpose-driven educator with experience in academia and administration. Committed Economically Disadvantaged:41.8%Students with Disabilities:12.2%faculty, and staff. Proven record in strategic guidance, program development, and compliance with educational policies. Skilled in fostering student success, overcoming challenges, and maximizing potential academic support Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) has a diverse student population, with students identifying from a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds: Black White Hispanic/Latino:Asian:4% of students MultiracialNative Sociology economical population Economically Disadvantaged
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Administration and Graduate Assistant
Tennessee State University College of Education
07.2009 - 01.2014
- Interviewed candidates for College of Education teacher review program
- Distributed memos, letters, and reports
- Communicated with customers and coworkers
- Supported department chair and staff with administrative tasks
- Utilized Banner system and monitored grants
K-8 Science Teacher
Metropolitan Nashville Davidson County Public Schools (MNPS)
08.2008 - 01.2014
- Responsible for planning and delivering comprehensive instruction across a range of subjects like math, science, reading, writing, and social studies to students from kindergarten through eighth grade, ensuring each child's individual needs are met while fostering a positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior, and communicating regularly with parents to support student progress
- Curriculum Designers develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology into instruction in order to provide guidelines to educate and instruct multiple levels of students and addressing multi learning strategies
Senior Office Assistant
United Methodist Church
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated with vendors, tracked orders, and maintained inventory
- Communicated with customers and coworkers
- Supported department chair and staff with administrative tasks
Master Clinician/University Supervisor
Tennessee State University
07.2024 - Current
- Mentored and evaluated aspiring Elementary Education K-4 educators
- Supervise and mentored and evaluated aspiring educators through comprehensive field placement supervision, conducting minimum seven formal site visits per candidate
- Implement Tennessee Educator Acceleration Model (TEAM) evaluation process, performing three evaluations during Residency I and four during Residency II
- Assess and document candidate performance through detailed rubrics, providing comprehensive grade recommendations for university program completion
- Facilitate constructive feedback sessions on lesson planning, classroom instruction, and teaching methodologies to enhance candidate performance
- Coordinate with mentor teachers and school personnel to develop structured placement schedules and learning objectives
- Evaluated teaching effectiveness through systematic observation and documentation of classroom performance
- Foster reflective teaching practices through guided discussions and targeted prompts, enabling continuous professional development
- Collaborate with university faculty to ensure candidates met program requirements and professional teaching standards
- Cultivate supportive learning environments that encouraged risk-taking and professional growth
- Analyze classroom instruction, lesson plans, and student feedback to provide comprehensive performance evaluations
- Lead introductory meetings with school personnel to establish placement parameters and expectations
Biology Teacher, Bass Alternative High School
Metropolitan Nashville Davidson County Public Schools (MNPS)
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Senior Office Assistant
Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering/ United Methodist Church
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Coordinated with vendors, tracked orders, and maintained inventory
Tutor
Variety Tutoring
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided nationwide tutoring in Physical Science and Chemistry according to state and institution requirements
Biology Teacher
K-12 Online Public School
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Taught Biology and tutored students in a virtual school environment
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
Environmental Scientist Consultant
J. M. Waller, Inc. / UNITEC - Fort Campbell Army Base
12.1995 - 07.1999
- Developed plans for hazardous waste and substances management
- Managed soldiers' projects for compliance and transportation of hazardous waste
- Implemented guidance to comply with state and federal laws and regulations
- Resolved Notice of Violation (NOV) issues
- Managed operation of transfer-storage-disposal facilities (TSDF)
Environmental Scientist
Tennessee Department of Health (DEH) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
07.2003 - 01.1999
- Developed Bioterrorism plans for the9/11 Committee and EPA
- Conducted statewide training on foodborne illness prevention and bioterrorism response
- Served as liaison for data analysis and training with Communicable Environmental Disease Services
- Created data analysis, training, and management courses
- Planned with Directors and Program Managers to implement program mission and vision
- Conducted federal and state research for emerging infectious disease projects
Vice-President, Technical Sales, and Marketing
Environ-Lab and Bioassay Laboratory Management
01.1992 - 09.1995
- Oversaw projects on soil cleanup, tank remediation, and waste transportation
- Managed safety surveillance services and advised on compliance
Environmental Scientist
Laidlaw Inc.
05.1988 - 01.1992
- Prepared hazardous waste/material for shipping
- Implemented best available technology (BAT) for various waste management processes
- Managed the Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Laboratory
Education
Doctorate in Education Administration and Leadership -
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN01.2020
Specialist (Ed. S) in Administration and Supervision - undefined
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN01.2010
Master of Education in Administration and Supervision - undefined
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN01.2009
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - undefined
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN01.1988
Skills
- Project Management, Data Analysis, Communication, Organization, Problem-solving, Collaboration, Microsoft365, Educational Tools, Research and Data Analysis
Training
- Data Science Boot Camp: Python Programming and Linear Algebra (2023)
- TELC (2011)
- Dual Enrollment/Transient Online, Tennessee State University (2022)
- Radiation Safety Officer Certification (1993)
- Advanced Hazardous Waste Training (1997,1998)
- CDC Bioterrorism Training (2001-2009)
Affiliations
Tennessee Public Health Association
Timeline
Senior Office Assistant
United Methodist Church
09.2024 - Current
Master Clinician/University Supervisor
Tennessee State University
07.2024 - Current
Biology Teacher, Bass Alternative High School
Metropolitan Nashville Davidson County Public Schools (MNPS)
08.2023 - 02.2024
Senior Office Assistant
Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering/ United Methodist Church
12.2022 - 09.2023
Tutor
Variety Tutoring
07.2022 - 12.2022
Biology Teacher
K-12 Online Public School
01.2020 - 01.2021
Administration and Graduate Assistant
Tennessee State University College of Education
07.2009 - 01.2014
K-8 Science Teacher
Metropolitan Nashville Davidson County Public Schools (MNPS)
08.2008 - 01.2014
Environmental Scientist
Tennessee Department of Health (DEH) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
07.2003 - 01.1999
Environmental Scientist Consultant
J. M. Waller, Inc. / UNITEC - Fort Campbell Army Base
12.1995 - 07.1999
Vice-President, Technical Sales, and Marketing
Environ-Lab and Bioassay Laboratory Management
01.1992 - 09.1995
Environmental Scientist
Laidlaw Inc.
05.1988 - 01.1992
Specialist (Ed. S) in Administration and Supervision - undefined
Tennessee State University
Master of Education in Administration and Supervision - undefined
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - undefined
Tennessee State University
Doctorate in Education Administration and Leadership -
Tennessee State University
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