Tonya Greene
Rome,NC
Summary
Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to pulse of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students. Highly-motivated, with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Head of School/Director of Curriculum
GRACEPOINT School
Marietta, Georgia
07.2023 - Current
- Facilitates communication between administration, faculty, and parents at GRACEPOINT School.
- Coordinates professional development programs for teaching staff at GRACEPOINT School.
- Implements curriculum improvements aligned with educational standards at GRACEPOINT School.
- Manages budget allocations for academic resources and initiatives at GRACEPOINT School.
- Facilitates the hiring process for new faculty members by conducting interviews and evaluating resumes.
- Collaborates with teachers on curriculum development projects to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Provides guidance to teachers in developing lesson plans that are aligned with state standards.
- Leads monthly faculty meetings to discuss current initiatives and develop strategies for improvement.
- Establishes positive relationships between parents and guardians and faculty members.
Math Support for Students With Dyscalculia
Thrive Education Center
Asheville, North Carolina
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Accelerated Learning Program Coordinator
Darlington School
08.2017 - 05.2023
- Developed and Directed a program for dyslexic students within Darlington school during the defined literacy block
- Created curriculum to use both for the program and in the classrooms at Darlington
- Lead facilitator for the initiation and implementation of Math-in-Focus as the new mathematics curriculum
- Met with teachers and parents to provide a cohesive and unified approach for the education of each individual in the program
- Lead weekly meetings with teachers to ensure best practices, necessary accommodations and multi-sensory techniques continue to be used for students when they return to the classroom
- Taught middle school math to students needing more directed support
- Organized and developed the spelling and writing curriculum, including the use of cursive, to be more sequential, multi-sensory, diagnostic and prescriptive
- Lead Parent Night sessions to partner with families and explain the new changes in the curriculum through hands-on stations for parents to experience what the child does in the classroom
- Worked with the Director of Teaching and Learning Center to budget, hire and schedule for the Accelerated Learning Program
- Worked as a dorm parent to 35 high school girls and supported the co-ed boarding program.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
- Kept program-related data accurate, up-to-date and easily accessible for accessibility.
- Tracked and reported expenses accurately to manage program budgets.
- Coordinated program logistics to keep all relevant materials and equipment available and in good condition.
Teacher
The Rectory School
08.2011 - 08.2014
- Taught reading using the Orton-Gillingham method to dyslexic students in grades four through nine
- Taught math to students in grades four through nine
- Tutored middle school students in study skills, time management and organization
- Tutored students in writing and reading comprehension
- Conferenced with parents and served as a representative of The Rectory School
- Participated in professional development activities and programs with a focus on brain based research methods for teaching as well as teaching ELL students
- Served as math department teacher support for all grade levels
- Supervised a dorm of 14 boys and participated in activities outside of academics.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Teacher
The Key School
08.2000 - 06.2010
- Taught children in first through fifth grade in Orton- Gillingham, math, social studies and science
- Tutored middle school students in math
- With a team, helped develop a math program to teach students with learning differences
- Served as team leader for the first through third grade program for two years
- Coached varsity field hockey and varsity basketball from 2001-2002
- Conferenced with parents on a regular basis
- Planned and participated in academic field trips.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
Education
Multi-sensory Math Training -
The Key Learning Center
Asheville, NC01.2018
Basic and Advanced Orton-Gillingham -
The Key Learning Center
Asheville, NC01.2000
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology -
Davidson College
Davidson, NC01.1996
High School Diploma -
Carolina Day School
Asheville, NC01.1992
Skills
- Understanding diverse learning profiles
- Curriculum development
- Professional development
- Instructional leadership
- Utilization of teaching modalities
- Team motivation and collaboration
- Initiative in program development
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of The Accelerated Learning Program for dyslexic students within Darlington School.
- Achieved this program for dyslexics through effectively helping with implementing training and protocols for beginning and filling a full program within a school.
- Supervised team of 6 staff members during the program implementation. Provided teacher support for students in the main classroom as well.
Additional Information
- Orton-Gillingham: Bridge to Advanced Training
- Orton-Gillingham: Basic and Advanced Training
- Multi-sensory Math Training
- International Dyslexia Conference and IDA member
Timeline
Math Support for Students With Dyscalculia
Thrive Education Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
Assistant Head of School/Director of Curriculum
GRACEPOINT School
07.2023 - Current
Accelerated Learning Program Coordinator
Darlington School
08.2017 - 05.2023
Teacher
The Rectory School
08.2011 - 08.2014
Teacher
The Key School
08.2000 - 06.2010
Multi-sensory Math Training -
The Key Learning Center
Basic and Advanced Orton-Gillingham -
The Key Learning Center
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology -
Davidson College
High School Diploma -
Carolina Day School