Dr. Tracy D. Holmes
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dynamic instructional leader with a proven track record in fostering team collaboration and driving impactful results. Expertise in inspiring educators, supporting student success, and cultivating a positive community atmosphere while adeptly navigating challenges. Recognized for adaptability to evolving needs and a steadfast commitment to achieving outcomes. Prepared to contribute significantly in a fast-paced, transformative environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MTSS & 504 Coordinator
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
- Data-Driven Identification & Support
- Analyze academic, behavior, attendance, and screening data to identify students needing Tier I, II, and III supports.
- Create progress monitoring schedules and train teachers on data collection and documentation.
- Facilitate MTSS team meetings to review student progress, adjust interventions, and ensure fidelity.
- Intervention Design & Implementation
- Collaborate with teachers to select and implement evidence-based academic and behavioral interventions.
- Develop adjustment plans when students are not responding to interventions.
- Provide coaching on differentiation, classroom management, and positive behavior strategies.
- Collaboration & Communication
- Serve as a liaison among teachers, parents, counselors, school psychologists, and administrators.
- Support and strengthen family engagement by communicating intervention plans, updates, and next steps.
- Section 504 Coordination
- Eligibility & Evaluation
- Coordinate Section 504 referrals, evaluations, annual reviews, and re-evaluations.
- Gather and analyze required documentation including medical records, teacher input, interventions, and progress data.
- Facilitate 504 team meetings to determine eligibility based on federal Section 504 guidelines.
- Plan Development & Compliance
- Develop individualized 504 Plans with accommodations that address academic, behavioral, and medical needs.
- Ensure teachers receive plans, review them within required timelines, and implement accommodations consistently.
- Maintain accurate files, compliance records, parent communication logs, and district/state documentation.
- Medical & Health Coordination
- Partner with school nurses and families to secure necessary medical paperwork for chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma, seizures, hearing/vision impairments).
- Ensure students have access to safe, appropriate accommodations and emergency action plans.
- Booker T. Washington High School
Reading Specialist
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
07.2022 - Current
- Analyzed targeted Tier II student data and personalized behavior & academic interventions resulting in 81% of the student’s demonstrating growth within one quarter.
- Collaborated with school administrators, teachers, and support staff to develop implement MTSS frameworks tailored to each student’s unique needs.
- Monitored student progress, facilitated data talks with teachers and students, collaborated with teachers and students to revise their personalized plan which improved the students’ grades to passing.
- Modeled the creation of Common Formative Assessment and how to access, organize, & analyze the data improving all ELA teachers’ collaborative and accountability engagement.
- Coordinated the implementation of literacy in all subjects resulting in the minimum 3-point increase on Reading RIT scores.
- Provided intensive instruction for Tier 2 and 3 students one on one and small groups based on research-based strategies increasing students’ reading MAP RIT scores.
- Presented classroom strategies for district teachers that have been applied to all subject areas improving curriculum and instruction, personalized learning, whole-child, and signature programming.
- David T. Howard Middle School
Instructional Leader
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
07.2017 - 09.2022
- Assistant Site Administrator: Developed, authorized, and monitored the budgets for the summer school programs ensuring funds were prioritized for student and staff needs.
- Created class schedules and procedures that provided safety and security for students and staff.
- Supervised planning and implementation of the curriculum and assessments resulting in highly prepared and productive engagement.
- Assistant Testing Coordinator: Processed accommodation for online testing certifying all students received appropriate support for their test.
- Prepared all testing sites, adhered to system testing schedule and testing was timely and without irregularities.
- Assigned Examiner(s) and proctors appropriately in accordance with state guidelines preventing irregularities.
- Accounted for the security of all test materials in a secure, locked location with restricted access.
- Conducted orientation and test security training sessions for Examiners and Proctors executing a successful testing year.
- Distributed test materials and collected from each Examiner on the testing days safeguarding the security of testing materials.
- MTSS/RTI Assistant Coordinator: Facilitated successful 504 meetings helping teachers, parents, and students communicating in a timely, collaborative, and accessible manner.
- Organized, scheduled, communicated, and collaborated with students, parents, teachers, psychologists, and the nurse with ongoing data collections ensuring students were getting their needs met.
- Coordinated data collection to identify Tier II and III students ensuring the appropriate students were selected for services.
- Oversaw Tier II and III intervention pull-out groups based on research based and best instructional practices and student scores increased.
- Coached RTI staff on Direct Instruction, Reading Mastery and Corrective Reading programs for Tier II Students building teachers’ capacity for delivering lessons with fidelity.
- Partnered with the SELT to facilitate student eligibility for Sp. Ed services confirming students with the right accommodation while creating equitable experiences and outcomes.
- Master Teacher & ELA Department Chair: Served as a curriculum leader for reviewing lesson plans, developing curriculum, creating assessments, and implementing strategies improving teacher retention, attendance, and data.
- Executed departmental duties including preparation of reports, agendas, meeting minutes and surveys improving school climate.
- Organized, cataloged, distributed, and collected textbooks and textbook resources lowering our textbook expenses.
- Administered school-wide tests, analyzed test results, and developed strategies for improving instruction.
- Performed classroom observations, communicated feedback, modeled strategies, and collaborated with teachers to set goals improving teacher capacity while operating with integrity and trustworthiness.
- David T. Howard Middle School
English Instructional Coach
Aldine Independent School District
Houston, TX
07.2014 - 07.2017
- Evaluated weekly lesson plans increasing teachers’ preparation for student success.
- Utilized the coaching cycle of support cultivating the use of effective teaching practices.
- Created and managed the school online RTI/MTSS/504 referral process warranting the right students for services.
- Facilitated professional learning communities for ELA improved the quality of lesson plans, assessments, data talks, and collaboration.
- Designed and delivered on-going school-wide professional development focused on the use of high yield evidenced-based strategies and the integration of technology elevating student engagement in classrooms.
- Participated in Aspiring Assistant Principals’ Program for Aldine Independent School District building experiences and skills.
- Eisenhower Ninth Grade
ELA Teacher & Team Lead
Spring Independent School District
Houston, TX
07.2004 - 07.2014
- Mentored new teachers to the district and/or new to Bammel Middle School helping teacher growth and retention.
- Followed classroom teacher responsibilities such as creating lesson plans, providing tutorials for students, attending PLCs for team, department, grade level, and school, and attending professional development ensuring student academic and behavior growth.
- Facilitated professional learning communities for ELA improved the quality of lesson plans, assessments, data talks, and collaboration.
- Coached Volleyball and Basketball for 13 years strengthening authentic relationships and culture of students, parents, and community.
- Bammel Middle School
Education
PhD. Ed. - Leadership
Northcentral University
02-2021
M. Ed. - Leadership
Concordia University
12-2009
BS - Kinesiology
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05-2002
AS - Kinesiology
Blinn Junior College
12-1998
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Parent & Community Relations
- School & Education Improvement
- Staff Training & Development
- Student Safety
- Teacher Mentoring
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Decision-making
Certification
- Georgia Educator Certificate Level 7, 1538623, 06/2027
- Educational Leadership Tier II
- Eng. Lang. Arts/Reading 4-8
- Eng. As A Second Lang. EC-12
- Gifted In-Field EC-12
- Reading Endorsement EC-12
- Sp. Ed General Curriculum
- Sp. Ed Edu. Adapted Curriculum
- Sp. Ed Phys. Health & Disabilities
- Sp. Ed Lang. Arts Cognitive Level
Timeline
MTSS & 504 Coordinator
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Reading Specialist
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
Instructional Leader
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2017 - 09.2022
English Instructional Coach
Aldine Independent School District
07.2014 - 07.2017
ELA Teacher & Team Lead
Spring Independent School District
07.2004 - 07.2014
M. Ed. - Leadership
Concordia University
AS - Kinesiology
Blinn Junior College
PhD. Ed. - Leadership
Northcentral University
BS - Kinesiology
Sam Houston State University