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Tomarah Lipscomb

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Educational leader with extensive experience at Adams Elementary, specializing in instructional leadership and professional development. Proven expertise in data analysis and curriculum design, resulting in improved literacy practices and enhanced staff mentorship. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment that promotes student achievement and supports diverse learning needs.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Principal

Adams Elementary
Raleigh, NC
01.2022 - Current
  • Designed and delivered school-based professional development to enhance instructional practice
  • Developed and implemented training for instructional assistants on small-group literacy support
  • Provided PLC support for K–2 in collaboration with the Literacy Coach
  • Supported district initiatives through professional learning and goal-setting
  • Participated in hiring and onboarding of new staff
  • Supervised school operations including arrival, transitions, and bus duty
  • Coordinated after-school programs and family engagement events

Coordinating Teacher (Literacy)

WCPSS
Cary, NC
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Guided educators in using effective, research-based literacy strategies
  • Designed and delivered professional learning experiences and coaching cycles
  • Used student performance data to inform instructional practices and interventions
  • Collaborated with teachers in lesson planning, modeling, and co-teaching
  • Provided instructional resources to support strong Tier 1 instruction
  • Led reading campaigns, book studies, and literacy initiatives
  • Contributed to curriculum design and school-wide instructional goals

Kindergarten Teacher

North Forest Pines Elementary
Raleigh, NC
01.2008 - 01.2016
  • Served as BYOD School Representative, supporting staff, students, and families
  • Member of the school’s Intervention Team
  • Represented the school in the Teacher Leader Corps
  • Mentored Beginning Teachers
  • Served as Grade-Level Chair
  • Appointed as K–5 Science School Leader

Kindergarten Teacher

Fox Road Elementary
Raleigh, NC
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instructional strategies
  • Served as Social Studies Contact for K–5
  • Represented K–1 on the District Improvement Team

1st Grade Teacher

C.C. Spaulding Biosphere Magnet School
Durham, NC
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Served as Teacher Council Representative
  • Acted as K–2 Math Contact
  • Tutored students in an after-school academic support program

2nd Grade Teacher

Highland Elementary School
Silver Spring, MD
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Designed ESL-inclusive lessons to support diverse learners
  • Mentored new teachers in classroom management practices

K, 1st, and 3rd Grade Teacher

Washington Elementary School
Greensboro, NC
01.1999 - 01.2003
  • Created individualized learning plans for students below grade level
  • Developed engaging, hands-on activities for diverse learners

EC Pre-K Teacher

Sumner Elementary School
Greensboro, NC
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Co-taught in mainstream settings to support inclusive practices

Education

Master of School Administration -

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
05.2020

B.S. - Child Development (Birth–Kindergarten)

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
Greensboro, NC
05.1997

Skills

  • Instructional leadership
  • Data analysis
  • Professional development
  • Curriculum design
  • Staff recruitment
  • Program coordination

Professional Highlights

  • RTI Leadership Academy Participant, 04/25
  • NCPAPA Leadership (WCPSS Cohort), 04/24
  • Over 25 years of licensed teaching experience in North Carolina
  • Certified LETRS Facilitator
  • Districtwide Professional Development Creator & Presenter
  • Facilitated literacy-focused district meetings for instructional coaches and facilitators
  • Discovery Education Teacher Corp Leader – District Representative
  • Led schoolwide implementation of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) initiative
  • Trained Mentor for Beginning Teachers
  • Extensive experience working with exceptional and at-risk student populations
  • Founder of an after-school program for adolescent girls

Timeline

Assistant Principal

Adams Elementary
01.2022 - Current

Coordinating Teacher (Literacy)

WCPSS
01.2016 - 01.2022

Kindergarten Teacher

North Forest Pines Elementary
01.2008 - 01.2016

Kindergarten Teacher

Fox Road Elementary
01.2006 - 01.2008

1st Grade Teacher

C.C. Spaulding Biosphere Magnet School
01.2004 - 01.2006

2nd Grade Teacher

Highland Elementary School
01.2003 - 01.2004

K, 1st, and 3rd Grade Teacher

Washington Elementary School
01.1999 - 01.2003

EC Pre-K Teacher

Sumner Elementary School
01.1997 - 01.1999

Master of School Administration -

East Carolina University

B.S. - Child Development (Birth–Kindergarten)

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

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