Tiffany S. Powell, Ph.D.
Charlotte, NC,USA
Summary
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Arch Academic Programs
RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
Troy, NY
05.2019 - Current
- Pioneered curriculum for significant program offerings
- Coordinated activities with stakeholders to expedite program goals and improve interdepartmental performance
- Enhanced development of administrative infrastructure for delivering a full spectrum of educational offerings (credit and non-credit)
- Implemented corrective actions to improve program goals
- Generated reports to review data and issue & disseminate across stakeholders
- Collaborated on joint timelines with Academic Units, the Registrar, Bursar's offices, and other administrative offices
- Assist Vice Provost/Dean, Undergraduate Education with the review of New York State and Institute policies, procedures
- Facilitated ongoing assessment initiatives by developing metrics to measure program effectiveness
- Developed and implemented strategic program advancement to accommodate institutional goals
CEO/Founder, Educational Consultant/Coach
DR TIFF SPEAKS EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING
06.2010 - 12.2023
- Innovative educational consultation for individuals and organizations (virtual and in-person) with implementing organizational strategic plans.
- Generated curriculum development, STEM instruction, professional development, and organizational strategic planning.
- Provide leadership, operational strategy, and resources to meet organizational goals.
- Oversaw budgetary and financial activities, and implemented strategies to grow the business and profits.
- Designed instructional materials used by instructors and educators.
- Negotiated and approved contracts between the company, distributors, suppliers, and other external entities.
Project Manager, Teacher Professional Development
Center of Initiatives for Pre-College Education
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Execute administrative tasks for a federal/state-level teacher professional development grant
- Project monitoring and management; developed forecasts & tracking expenses
- Facilitated interactions with internal team members & external consultants and contractors
- Managed project staffing needs and led resource management
- Established plans and timelines assigned to appropriate teams; managed project workflow
Assistant/Associate Professor, Faculty, Teacher Education
RUSSELL SAGE COLLEGE
Troy, NY
07.2011 - 08.2017
- Provided instruction/assessment for undergraduate/graduate teacher candidates in various content areas
- Innovated educational courses to improve student performance on state-level exams
- Worked closely with colleagues across departments to implement growth strategies
- Set specific programmatic goals for curriculum to measure progress and evaluate results
- Quantified and reviewed program assessment for national accreditation
- Provided leadership as department chair for Childhood Education Program
- Granted tenure and promoted to Associate Professor
- Utilized various instructional approaches to increase student participation and assess learning styles
Program Director/Faculty Advisor
HELP YOURSELF ACADEMY, RUSSELL SAGE COLLEGE
Troy, NY
09.2011 - 01.2015
- Provide leadership for elementary STEM-based program (Grades 3-5)
- Collaborated with undergraduate and graduate students to provide research guidance and supervision
- Identified students' strengths and encouraged extra-curricular activities in areas of interest
- Presented students with information and resources to promote academic progress and empowered students to take responsibility for academic success
- Monitored student attendance and grades in database to verify retention and progression
- Evaluated student needs and developed educational plans, fostering academic progress
Diversity Coordinator
MANHATTAN-OGDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Manhattan, KS
07.2007 - 06.2011
- District-level administrator; developed and provided leadership for district-wide diversity program
- Enhanced performance through collaboration with diverse teams
- Facilitated relationships with community leaders
- Recommended solutions for hiring diverse staff and proposed procedural changes to school leaders
- Collected and analyzed data for superintendent’s reports
- Collaborated with school leaders on the development/implementation of DEI initiatives
- Trained district employees on best practices on instructional and organizational diversity protocols
- Guided district leaders in navigating difficult/complex problems
- Maintain yearly office budget while seeking/securing outside funding
Founder, Executive Director
REAL Scholars
Manhattan, KS
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Developed and implemented a school-based leadership program for multicultural high school students
- Monitored academic and social progress; maintained relationship/contact with parents, teachers, and building administrators
- Maintained accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing designated budget
- Set organization direction and developed strategies and tactics to fulfill mission
- Established strategic direction and goals to accomplish objectives
Graduate Teaching Assistant
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
Manhattan, KS
07.2005 - 06.2007
- Provided classroom and web-based instruction on pedagogical methods in mathematics for undergraduate elementary/middle-level mathematics methods courses
- Developed syllabi, visual aids and other teaching materials
- Scheduled and maintained regular office hours to meet with students
- Established objectives for lessons, modules and projects
- Supervised field experiences in local professional development schools
Various Education Experiences
09.1995 - 06.2005
- Mathematics Instructional Coach- supported a culture of reflective practices among K-6 teachers
- Assisted elementary teachers with the implementation of mathematics curriculum
- Elementary Classroom Teacher- Standards-based instruction, multiple grades (2, 3, 4, and 6)
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials for classroom teaching
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities
- Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students
- Innovated multiple co-curricular learning opportunities
- Adjunct Faculty-Optimized instruction in mathematics education for graduate students, various colleges/universities
Education
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
Manhattan, KSMASTER OF SCIENCE - MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
HUNTER COLLEGE
New York, NYBACHELOR OF ARTS - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION AND PSYCHOLOGY
HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY
Hempstead, NYPERMANENT CERTIFICATION - K-6
New York State Department of Education
Skills
- Organizational Strategic Planning
- Instructional Design, Curriculum Alignment
- Professional speaker/trainer
- Integrative Leadership Development
- Organizational team building
Interests Skills
- Organizational Strategic Planning
- Instructional Design/Curriculum Alignment
- Professional Speaker/Trainer
- Integrative Leadership Development
- Organizational Team Building
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director, Arch Academic Programs
RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
05.2019 - Current
Project Manager, Teacher Professional Development
Center of Initiatives for Pre-College Education
09.2017 - 02.2019
Program Director/Faculty Advisor
HELP YOURSELF ACADEMY, RUSSELL SAGE COLLEGE
09.2011 - 01.2015
Assistant/Associate Professor, Faculty, Teacher Education
RUSSELL SAGE COLLEGE
07.2011 - 08.2017
CEO/Founder, Educational Consultant/Coach
DR TIFF SPEAKS EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING
06.2010 - 12.2023
Founder, Executive Director
REAL Scholars
01.2009 - 01.2011
Diversity Coordinator
MANHATTAN-OGDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2007 - 06.2011
Graduate Teaching Assistant
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
07.2005 - 06.2007
Various Education Experiences
09.1995 - 06.2005
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
MASTER OF SCIENCE - MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
HUNTER COLLEGE
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION AND PSYCHOLOGY
HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY
PERMANENT CERTIFICATION - K-6
New York State Department of Education
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