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TIFFANY BABB

Brooklyn,NY
TIFFANY BABB

Summary

Dedicated educator deeply passionate about culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy, committed to nurturing students' growth and achievement through authentic relationships and the power of literature. Skilled in mentoring both new and experienced educators, with a strong desire to elevate teaching practices and enhance student outcomes. Proficient in curating captivating entertainment and community experiences, including expert decorating, meticulous planning, and effective promotion. A sociable, friendly professional always eager to learn and collaborate with others.

Overview

7
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

The Tiff Touch, LLC

CEO & Founder
06.2023 - Current

Job overview

Orchestrate successful fashion show fundraisers for a high school scholarship, collaborating with designers, models, and stakeholders. Designed and executed multiple homecoming week events, featuring alumna professionals and promoting alumni engagement. Created and executed marketing strategies to attract a diverse audience and maximize events and proceeds. Manage event logistics, including space decoration, flow of the shows, music, lighting, and security. Choreograph and organize entertainment for events. Facilitated personalized bookings for events. Secured essential resources through strategic partnerships.

Benjamin Banneker Academy High School

Stony Brook University College Film Instructor
09.2022 - Current

Job overview

Develop a scope and sequence of learning activities using university course objectives, curriculum standards, and student learning goals. Evaluate student work, such as film criticism, reflections, and analysis tasks, by using teacher-developed rubrics and holistic practices. Lead semester-long student research assignments and assist with topic selection, idea development, and sourcing to support a university-wide focus on comprehensive research.

Benjamin Banneker Academy High School

Alumni Committee Coordinator
09.2021 - Current

Job overview

Planed and implemented multi-faceted programs for alumni, students, and other stakeholders to increase goodwill and positive relationships with the school community. Organized and maintained an extensive calendar of alumni relations activities and provided direct support in the implementation, planning, and coordination of special events as assigned. Managed events and programs including alumni networking, reunions, professional development, fashion shows, alumni chapters, and other special events. Promoted events encouraging alumni involvement including preparing promotional materials. Identified and trained alumni volunteers and leaders. Supervised event logistics including coordination of staff and volunteer activities for timely execution of events. Performed related duties as required or deemed appropriate to accomplish the assigned duties and responsibilities of the position.

Benjamin Banneker Academy High School

Cheerleading Advisor
03.2021 - Current

Job overview

Attend scheduled practices and training sessions. Coordinated performances for athletic events or competitive sports, according to established rules and regulations. Assessed performance following an event, identifying strengths and weaknesses, making adjustments to improve future performances, and determining needs for individual or team Improvement. Planned and direct physical conditioning programs, planned a that will enable athletes to achieve maximum performance. Established and maintained standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of students at all times. Monitored the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.,

Benjamin Banneker Academy High School

Instructional/Department Lead Teacher/New Teacher Mentor
09.2021 - 06.2022

Job overview

Coordinate and facilitate professional development for integrated technology and increasing student engagement for school staff. Established agendas as well as administered subject, grade level and staff development meetings explicitly focused on improving student performance. Assisted colleagues in analyzing student data and developing action plans for differentiated instruction. Observed new and veteran teachers' implementation of instructional strategies. Provide actionable feedback and reflections for improving instructional practices and pedagogies. Collaborated with school staff to assess the effectiveness of the school's efforts to improve achievement according to the school's CEP goals and deliver school-level or district-wide professional development and other in-service programs to improve the success of the CEP Goals. Met weekly with new and veteran teachers to examine and assess student work to identify grade level exemplars aligned with state and district standards.

Benjamin Banneker High School

CITE Building Administrative Intern
09.2021 - 06.2022

Job overview

Responsible for assisting the principal in the supervision of the instructional programs, ensuring that instruction is rigorous and relevant, and that teachers develop and maintain appropriate relationships with students. Collaborated with core subject leaders during monthly Building Leadership meetings to determine learning targets, create common unit plans, and review student data to make decisions about instruction, and discuss school-building concerns or announcements. Collaborated with the principal to complete classroom walk-throughs and used data collected to improve classroom instruction. Engaged and helped to conduct the interview and selection process of new staff to ensure candidates adequately support the mission and vision of the school. Worked closely with administrative team on class scheduling, teacher assignment and extracurricular activities. Supported staff in meeting educational goals by providing them with sufficient time, resources and materials. Participated in professional development, observation and evaluations of teachers.

PROGRESS High School

English Language Arts Department Coordinator
09.2019 - 06.2021

Job overview

Participate in monthly lead teacher workshops to plan and receive training for improving leadership and instructional practices. Identify and coach teachers on pedagogical materials, resources, and best practices for student engagement and scholarship improvement. Facilitate and conduct analysis of student assessment data to inform and modify curriculum and instruction, identify gaps in student knowledge, capitalize on areas of prior student knowledge, and recognize necessary instructional intervention for students. Manage and advise teachers' lesson plans and their application in the classroom

Coordinate and inaugurate weekly department meetings and campus-wide professional developments on utilization of technology and implementation of curriculum in the classroom, as well as student engagement teacher tools and strategies

Turnkey and oversee implementation of procedures in tandem with the school and district visions and initiative to improve students' reading, writing, and college and careers readiness

Plan professional development calendar and resources for teacher development according to staff needs and strengths

Coordinate with other department leads as a member of the Instructional Leadership Team to collect and review classroom data, determine annual trends, and strategize plans for improvement. Mentor and assess new and novice teachers in the performance standards of planning for learner centered instruction, classroom environment, and professional development. Conduct non-evaluative pre-observation, informal observations, and post observation conferences using rubric and formats designed for reflective mentee led discussions. Coach new and novice teachers in the development of data collection and lesson plan analysis, designed to improve instructional practices.

PROGRESS High School

National Honor Society Advisor
09.2017 - 06.2021

Job overview

Provide meaningful opportunities for students to grow physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially through ownership of student led activities and meetings. Authorize team and school community building service activities planned and executed by student leaders. Systematize and supervise student led NHS events including bi-weekly meetings, service projects, orientation and induction ceremony for incoming members and school community. Supply resources and tools to encourage academic excellence, develop leadership skills, and promote character and service amongst both members and student body.

PROGRESS High School

English Language Arts Teacher
09.2016 - 06.2021

Job overview

Develop English curriculum, models, scaffold exercises and alternative instruction to enhance a positive learning environment for students with education plans required by IEPs, 504 Plans, ELL requirements, and/or federal, state, and municipal laws. Develop, design, and implement English Curriculum for use with at-risk student population in all grade levels that has consistently improved student academic performance

Nurture a classroom of respect and rapport through student-supplied classroom rules, establishment of a fair and consistent application of rules to all students, and encouragement of student responsibility for the maintenance of a safe and supportive learning community. Propose and finalized curriculum for an etiquette course elective for eleventh graders in preparation for higher education and adulthood. Design rigorous student-centered instruction with emphasis on student-driven inquiry; cultural, communities, and language assets of students aligning to requirements of Common Core-aligned curriculum.

Education

College of Saint Rose
NY, NY

Cite Administrative Certification Program from School Building Leadership
08.2023

University Overview

CUNY, Brooklyn College
New York, NY

Master of Arts from Secondary English Education
05.2019

University Overview

3.8 GPA

Pace University, Dyson College of Arts And Science
New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts from English Writing And Literature
05.2016

University Overview

  • 3.43 GPA
  • Awarded Pace Incentive
  • Dean's List Fall 2013
  • Sigma Alpha Pi Honor Society, 2014
  • Sarah Willis Scholarship Recipient, 2014-2016
  • Helen Wilson Scholarship Recipient, 2014-2016
  • Caribbean Student Association, President, 2015-2016
  • Women's Empowerment Network Vice President 2014-2016


Skills

  • MS (Word/PowerPoint/Excel)
  • Google (Slides, Doc, Sheets, Voice, Polls, Meet, Classroom)
  • Promethean/ClassFlow/ActivCast
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Student Counseling
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Client Requirements
  • Proposal Development
  • Event Execution
  • Event Cleanup
  • Event Preparation
  • Event Publicity

Certification

Initial Teacher Certificate, May 2020

Superintendent Award Certificate of Recognition, Department of Education, 2018/2019

Certificate of Appreciation for Participation in Campus Wide Initiatives, PROGRESS High School, June 2017
Certification of Appreciation for Outstanding Service & Dedication
, PROGRESS High School,
October 2017

Respect and Rapport Certificate for Demonstrating a Classroom of Respect and Rapport, PROGRESS High School, May 2016

Award of Excellence, PROGRESS High School November 2016

Hobbies

Hobbies

Worship Leader and Dancer (10 years): Actively engaged as a worship leader and dancer for the past decade, contributing my passion for music and movement to spiritual and cultural celebrations. This experience has not only honed my artistic talents but has also instilled discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills.

Church Community Service: Committed to giving back to the community through extensive involvement in church-based volunteer activities. These experiences have allowed me to connect with diverse groups of people while reinforcing the value of service, empathy, and community-building.

Timeline

CEO & Founder
The Tiff Touch, LLC
06.2023 - Current
Stony Brook University College Film Instructor
Benjamin Banneker Academy High School
09.2022 - Current
Alumni Committee Coordinator
Benjamin Banneker Academy High School
09.2021 - Current
Instructional/Department Lead Teacher/New Teacher Mentor
Benjamin Banneker Academy High School
09.2021 - 06.2022
CITE Building Administrative Intern
Benjamin Banneker High School
09.2021 - 06.2022
Cheerleading Advisor
Benjamin Banneker Academy High School
03.2021 - Current
English Language Arts Department Coordinator
PROGRESS High School
09.2019 - 06.2021
National Honor Society Advisor
PROGRESS High School
09.2017 - 06.2021
English Language Arts Teacher
PROGRESS High School
09.2016 - 06.2021
College of Saint Rose
Cite Administrative Certification Program from School Building Leadership
CUNY, Brooklyn College
Master of Arts from Secondary English Education
Pace University, Dyson College of Arts And Science
Bachelor of Arts from English Writing And Literature
TIFFANY BABB