Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at Hamilton Heights School Corporation, excelling in instructional coaching and educational technology integration. Proven track record in enhancing teacher performance and student assessment strategies, fostering collaboration, and driving curriculum development initiatives. Adept at leveraging data analysis to inform instructional decisions and improve educational outcomes. Also, highly skilled at building and maintaining relationships with students and teachers in order to align educational outcomes with the mission and vision of the school.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Testing and Data Coordinator
Anderson Community Schools
07.2024 - Current
Organized and facilitated state and district assessments
Analyzed district testing data
Directed instructional decision making based on data
Coordination of Benchmark and state-standardized testing, including the SAT, PSAT, ILEARN, ACT, and ASVAB
Head of PLC team initiative
Analyzed school-wide data in order to determine next steps on School Improvement Plans and learning initiatives
Provided support to the Curriculum Director with data analysis to guide purchasing decisions on curriculum
Worked with the State of Indiana on data analysis to improve an underperforming and impoverished school district
Collaborated with Director of Multicultural Education to improve Professional Development for teachers relating to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Provided pedagogical and technical support to over 100 teachers
Coordinated benchmark and summative assessments
Provide personalized 1:1 coaching to teachers in grades 5-12, focusing on the implementation of effective classroom instructional strategies
Support the seamless integration of educational technology through individualized coaching sessions
Coordinate NWEA, ILEARN, and SAT assessments, ensuring efficient administration and accurate data analysis
Deliver quarterly Professional Development sessions for the Leadership Team, addressing key areas for growth and improvement
Lead the curriculum adoption process across all content areas for grades 5 through 12
Collaborate with curriculum leaders from neighboring districts to enhance educational strategies and resources
Play a key role in the design and implementation of curriculum mapping, providing valuable assistance to educators
Lead Professional Development sessions on data analysis during Beginning of Year, Middle of Year, and End of Year assessments, specifically focusing on NWEA benchmark testing
Direct the Teacher Evaluation Team, ensuring effective and fair evaluation processes
Demonstrated proficiency in grant writing for Title II, Title I, Title IV, and ESSER funding opportunities
eLearning Coach / Global Campus Director
Center Grove Community Schools
01.2017 - 04.2018
Oversaw instructional design of virtual school for over 45 teachers through Canvas LMS
Served as an intermediary between 2,000 students and their teachers
Oversaw the development and maintenance of high school virtual learning courses within Center Grove Global Campus
Supervised the creation and assessment practices of the Instructional Design course, including Canvas LMS integration, interoperability, and basic troubleshooting
Provided Global Campus support for students experiencing technology and curriculum issues, serving as a liaison between online teachers and students
Facilitated 1:1 teacher technology coaching and conducted Professional Development sessions
7th Grade Social Studies Teacher / eLearning Coach
Doe Creek Middle Schools
08.2005 - 12.2016
Classroom Teacher and eLearning Coach
Engaged in full-time classroom teaching responsibilities
Provided support for 1:1 technology integration, specifically with MacBook and iPad devices
Coached teachers on the effective integration of technology, with a focus on utilizing the Canvas Learning management system
Education
Certificate - Educational Leadership And Management