Tonya M. Lipford

• Streamlined data collection methods, ensuring consistent and reliable results across departments.

Collaborated with school leadership to develop targeted improvement plans based on data insights.

• Supported educators in implementing data-informed instructional practices that fostered student growth.

Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.

• Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.

• Trained test administrators in test administration and testing procedures and protocols.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Developed testing schedules ensuring timely completion of all test implementation.
• .Established strong communication channels with administrators and teachers, keeping them informed on testing progress.
• Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, incorporating new techniques into the test coordination process for enhanced results.
• Conducted thorough analysis of test results, identifying patterns and trends that led to targeted improvements.
• Planned and conducted staff development activities focused on assessment data

• Utilized data-driven instruction to work with high risk students in focus groups to close learning gaps and build foundational skills in mathematics to address specific needs that promote academic growth.
• Prepared lessons for hands on activities and provided a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout the learning.
• Participated in Collaborative Planning to update teachers on student progress as well as identify new concerns and provide solutions to help guide next steps.

• Assisted with and participated with the new hire selection process.
• Assisted in organizing and overseeing school wide planning programs to enhance staff development and student learning.
• Monitored school initiatives based on district protocols to ensure compliance at the schoolwide level.
• Ensured continuous encouragement and support for teachers to be given the tools needed to service their students to meet with academic and emotional success.
• Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.

• I oversee the management of the building when the Principal and the Assistant Principal are away from the building.

• Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
• Worked with teachers to adapt teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
• Worked with teachers to help design engaging lesson plans to optimize student learning outcomes.
• Assisted teachers in how to maintain accurate record keeping: ie grading assignments).
• Modeled strategies for conducting successful conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
• Modeled small group instruction for reading groups for grades 1, 3 and 4.

• I taught Fourth grade (Departmentalized: Social Studies/Health) for 5 years.
• I taught Third grade (Departmentalized: Social Studies/Health) for 1 year.
• I taught Fourth grade (Departmentalized: Reading/Health) for 5 years.
• I taught First grade for 5 years.