Tiffany Harmond
Summary
Instructional leader & educational professional with 10+ years of experience driving student achievement, leading teams, coaching educators, and implementing data-informed instructional practices. Proven success in curriculum planning, Professional learning, Systems development, and cross-functional collaboration. Experienced in leading grade-level initiatives, analyzing performance trends, and designing instructional experiences that improve outcomes for diverse learners. Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction to deepen expertise in instructional design, adult learning & educational leadership.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GLC| Instructional Leader| 2nd Grade Teacher
KIPP: Upper Roseville Academy
Newark, NJ
07.2025 - Current
- Led Instructional planning and execution across grade-level teams to improve alignment, rigor and student outcomes.
- Facilitated teacher collaboration cycles using student achievement data to inform instructional decisions.
- Designed and implemented systems for progress monitoring and academic intervention.
- Partnered with school leadership to operationalize instructional priorities and increase team effectiveness.
- Analyzed student performance trends and developed targeted action plans to accelerate growth.
- Supported curriculum implementation through coaching, modeling and continuous feedback.
2nd Grade Teacher| ICT Teacher| GLC
East Harlem Scholars Academies
Harlem, NY
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Maintained detailed records and reports to monitor trends, outcomes and program effectiveness
- Adjusted training approaches based on feedback, usage data and performance outcomes
- Collected and analyzed performance data to identify gaps, evaluate effectiveness of curriculum, tools and instructional strategies, recommend solutions, and measure impact
- Continuously refined content based on performance, data and stakeholder’s input
Lead Teacher| Team Lead| ICT Teacher| SPED Coor.
Explore Charter School
Brooklyn, NY
08.2020 - 07.2024
- Designed differentiated instructional experiences aligned to curriculum standards to learner needs.
- Led professional development and coaching cycles for educators to strengthen instructional practice.
- Created systems for analyzing assessment data and monitoring academic growth.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans and intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to improve instructional consistency and student achievement.
- Supported adoption of instructional tools and evidence-based teaching practices.
Education
Masters - Curriculum & Instructional Design
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ2027
Masters - Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08-2021
Skills
- Curriculum & Instruction Design
- Instructional Leadership
- Professional Learning Facilitation
- Adult Learning & Teacher Development
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Program Implementation
- Assessment & Progress Monitoring
- Strategic Planning
- Instructional Coach
- Learning Experience Design
- Curriculum Alignment
- Stakeholder Engagement
- MTSS/ Intervention Planning
- Cross-Functional Leadership
Leadership Highlights
- Grade Level Chair
- Teacher Coaching & Mentorship
- Data Team Leadership
- Professional Development Facilitation
- Curriculum Planning & Implementation
- Cross-Team Collaboration
Certification
- NYS Initial & Professional Teacher Certification: Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2)
- NJS Teacher Certification: Early Childhood Education (Preschool-3rd Grade)
- NJS Teacher Certification: Students with Disability: (Pre-school through 12th grade)
Timeline
GLC| Instructional Leader| 2nd Grade Teacher
KIPP: Upper Roseville Academy
07.2025 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher| ICT Teacher| GLC
East Harlem Scholars Academies
07.2024 - 06.2025
Lead Teacher| Team Lead| ICT Teacher| SPED Coor.
Explore Charter School
08.2020 - 07.2024
Masters - Curriculum & Instructional Design
Grand Canyon University
Masters - Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University