Toni Mitchell
Bronx,NY
Summary
Teaching professional with solid leadership approach, program management knowledge and passion for student learning. Implement effective and diverse lessons to enhance instruction and engage students in education. Organized problem-solver skilled at logically approaching educational issues and devising forward-thinking resolutions to promote student advancement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Education
Ivy Primary Prep
06.2023 - Current
- Strengthened curriculum design by collaborating with faculty and implementing innovative teaching methodologies.
- Enhanced overall educational quality by evaluating and refining instructional programs based on data-driven assessments.
- Managed staff development initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement among educators.
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
Manager
New York Cares
01.2012 - Current
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
- Trained volunteers in specific job requirements.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
Program Director
Brightside Academy
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions and offer guidance.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
- Built cohesive teams and devised clear, actionable plans to meet program goals.
Director
Lincoln Academy
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Served as school resource, which enabled the development of lasting relationships with students, parents and guardians.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Monitored all company inventory to ensure stock levels and databases were updated.
Lead Teacher
Sunshine Learning Center
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Improved academic performance by diversifying teaching techniques.
Teacher
Williamsburg Northside Schools
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning.
Teacher/Art Enrichment
Pine Street School
03.2011 - 06.2015
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Purdue University - North Central
Ina, IL12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
City College Of The University Of New York
New York, NY06.2017
Associate of Arts - Education
LaGuardia Community College Of The City University Of New York
Long Island City, NY06.2013
High School Diploma -
New Explorers High School
Bronx, NY06.2009
Skills
Project Management
Staff Training and Development
Curriculum Development
Student Progress Reporting
Payroll
Communication/Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Improved schools rating to STAR 4 within one year and more than doubled the enrollment at Brightside Academy.
- Rebuilding schools/homes overseas damaged by natural disasters
- Received commendation from AHRC supervisor for successfully working with students with behavior problems.
Timeline
Director of Education
Ivy Primary Prep
06.2023 - Current
Program Director
Brightside Academy
09.2021 - 06.2023
Director
Lincoln Academy
06.2020 - 08.2021
Lead Teacher
Sunshine Learning Center
08.2018 - 06.2020
Teacher
Williamsburg Northside Schools
09.2015 - 06.2018
Manager
New York Cares
01.2012 - Current
Teacher/Art Enrichment
Pine Street School
03.2011 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Purdue University - North Central
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
City College Of The University Of New York
Associate of Arts - Education
LaGuardia Community College Of The City University Of New York
High School Diploma -
New Explorers High School
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