To obtain a position where I can apply educational experience in fostering academic excellence, student well-being, and digital literacy.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificate
Work History
Library Instructional Coach
Milwaukee Public Schools
01.2020 - Current
Support school staff and library staff across elementary, middle, and high schools.
Onboard and coach library staff, school personnel that are new in library operations, technology use, and academic curriculum that library supports.
Collaborate on school-wide literacy programs to foster a love of reading in students that is culturally relevant.
Serve as the library representative on the school’s International Baccalaureate (IB) accreditation panel, playing a key role in the school’s successful attainment of IB certification by aligning library services with program standards and contributing to the overall evaluation process.
Design and deliver professional development for the district and universities on makerspaces, coding, lesson planning, classroom management, library weeding, literacy and library. Each session is tailored to meet the needs of the audience while aligning with educational standards and promoting 21st-century learning practices.
Wraparound & ISDP Provider
Independent Contractor
01.2020 - Current
Develop and implement individualized service plans for youth with academic deficits, behavioral and mental health challenges.
Facilitate communication and life-skills development for students and families.
Coordinate with care coordinators and educational teams for integrated care.
Library Media Specialist
Milwaukee Public Schools
01.1998 - 01.2020
Managed library collections, budgets, and catalog systems including automation and vendor coordination.
Led instruction in research, media literacy, and digital citizenship.
Created culturally relevant lessons and provided equitable access to information and technology for all students and staff.
Provided training and daily supervision of paraprofessionals.
Classroom Teacher (Grades 4–8)
Milwaukee Public Schools
01.1990 - 01.1998
Created engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
Built strong relationships with students, parents, and the school community.
Served as Chairperson of the Shared Decision-Making Council.
Participated in YMCA Black Achievers Program.
Education
Master of Education - Computer Science
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI
01.1996
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Concordia University
River Forest, IL
01.1990
Skills
Over 35 years of experience in Milwaukee Public Schools as a teacher, Library Media Specialist, and Instructional Coach
School library management expertise
Coordination of paraprofessional activities
Cooperative relationship building with students, parents and staff
Fostering Student engagement
Certification
DPI #118 – Elementary Education (Grades 1–8)
DPI #902 – Instructional Library Media Specialist (PreK–12)
DPI #405 – Computer Science (Grades 1–8)
DPI #51 – Principal (PreK–12)
DPI #10 – Director of Instruction
International Baccalaureate – Role of the Librarian Certificate
Visual Arts Educator / Artist / Storyteller at Milwaukee Public Schools – The Alliance SchoolVisual Arts Educator / Artist / Storyteller at Milwaukee Public Schools – The Alliance School