Travis Phelps
Macon,GA
Summary
Highly effective instructional leader with 14+ years of experience in K–12 education, curriculum implementation, instructional coaching, and data-driven school improvement. Skilled in adult learning, professional development, and preparing future teachers to deliver high-quality, engaging, and culturally responsive instruction. Demonstrated success in supporting educators, leading PLCs, improving academic outcomes, and building positive learning environments. Committed to developing the next generation of educators through practical, research-aligned teaching and mentorship.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal/Dean of Students
Southwest High School/Rutland Middle School
Macon, GA
08.2021 - Current
- Support and evaluate certified and non-certified staff; provide coaching focused on instructional improvement.
- Oversee curriculum implementation, schoolwide assessments, and data analysis to improve student outcomes.
- Facilitate MTSS/RTI processes, ensuring interventions and progress monitoring are implemented with fidelity.
- Lead professional learning, instructional walkthroughs, and coaching cycles to strengthen teacher effectiveness.
- Manage school climate, PBIS implementation, student discipline, and parent communication.
- Present data and school initiatives to faculty, district representatives, and community stakeholders.
Science Teacher
Wilkinson County Schools/Thomson Middle School
Irwinton/Centerville, USA
07.2011 - 05.2021
- Served as Grade Level Lead, PLC Leader, New Teacher Mentor, and Instructional Coach.
- Designed curriculum-aligned lessons using research-based strategies, formative assessment, differentiation, and hands-on learning.
- Led PLCs focused on data analysis, common assessments, instructional planning, and professional growth.
- Achieved over 90% proficiency on Georgia Science EOG and demonstrated consistent gains in student learning.
- Coached new teachers and supervised student interns, modeling effective instructional practices.
- Facilitated PBIS implementation and led data review for behavior interventions.
Education
Educational Leadership Certification, Tier I -
Valdosta State University
Specialist in Education - Middle Grades Education
Georgia College and State University
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Georgia Southwestern State University
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Fort Valley State University
Skills
- Instructional Leadership & Teacher Coaching
- Curriculum Design & Assessment
- Classroom Management & School Culture
- Data-Driven Instruction / MTSS / RTI
- Professional Development for Educators
- Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
- Student Engagement & Motivation
- Educational Technology Integration
- Learning Theories & Instructional Strategies
Certification
- Educational Leadership Tier I
- Teacher Support and Coaching
- Gifted
- Science 6-12
- Middle Grades 4 – 8 Science
- Middle Grades 4 – 8 English Language Arts
HIGHER EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
- Designed and delivered PD for teachers and leadership teams aligned to adult-learning standards.
- Coached new teachers, student teachers, and interns in instructional planning, classroom management, and student engagement.
- Led PLCs focused on curriculum alignment, assessment literacy, data analysis, and instructional best practices.
- Strong grounding in learning theory, educational psychology, assessment strategies, curriculum design, and equitable instruction.
- Experienced presenter for workshops, conferences, and schoolwide professional learning communities.
Leadership, Service, & Professional Contributions
- Instructional Leader
- New Teacher Mentor
- Leadership Team Member
- PBIS Team Leader
- School Improvement Plan (SIP) Review Team
- Academic & Attendance Student Support Team
- Building Assistant Test Coordinator
- Student Organization Sponsor (NSBE Jr. and Science Fair)
Accomplishments
- Houston County Schools District Teacher of the Year Runner-Up, 2017 - 2018
- Thomson Middle School Teacher of the Year, 2017 - 2018
- Highest Achievement for Students Scoring Level 3 and 4 on State Assessment, 2015 - 2016
- Greatest Growth in Student Achievement on State Assessment, 2015 - 2016
- Highest % Pass Rate on Science State Assessment, 2013 - 2014
- Gains in All Areas of State Assessment, 2012 - 2013
- Honor Graduate (Cum Laude), 2010
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Principal/Dean of Students
Southwest High School/Rutland Middle School
08.2021 - Current
Science Teacher
Wilkinson County Schools/Thomson Middle School
07.2011 - 05.2021
Educational Leadership Certification, Tier I -
Valdosta State University
Specialist in Education - Middle Grades Education
Georgia College and State University
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Georgia Southwestern State University
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Fort Valley State University