VENICE TAYLOR
Leander,TX
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven educational leader with over 20 years of experience in driving academic excellence and fostering student success. Dedicated to creating a supportive learning environment that empowers both educators and learners to thrive. Seeking a challenging leadership role where I can leverage my educational leadership skills to inspire excellence and drive positive change.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Campus Instructional Coach
KILLEEN ISD
07.2024 - Current
- Enhance teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Assist teachers in the implementation of district curriculum.
- Analyze student data, diagnose instructional needs, and identify research-based instructional strategies.
- Support campus mentor program by modeling effective instructional techniques.
SAT Prep Instructor
MORE THAN A TEACHER
01.2024 - Current
- Offered constructive feedback on student performance, enabling them to identify areas of growth and develop a plan for improvement.
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits and time management skills essential for success on standardized tests like the SATs.
High School Math Department Chair, Math Teacher
LEANDER ISD
08.2013 - 05.2024
- Managed departmental budget ensuring efficient instructional resource allocation for department staff.
- Oversaw hiring processes, selecting top-tier candidates to join the department's talented team of educators.
- Coordinated and analyzed data for approximately 75 juniors to increase the number of PSAT/NMSQT qualifiers.
- Planned and executed professional development sessions, including AVID trainings, for faculty and staff.
- Coordinated and facilitated the development of the department's Master Schedule.
- Served on school-wide and district committees (e.g., AVID Site Team, Site Based Committee) as the Math Department Liaison.
- Observed and monitored instructional processes.
- Coached and mentored new and veteran department staff.
- Designed curriculum and assessments for Algebra I & II, Advanced Geometry, and PSAT Team.
- Developed agendas as PLC Lead for weekly meetings.
High School Math Teacher
PFLUGERVILLE ISD
08.2010 - 05.2013
- Prepared lesson plans and collaborated with fellow Algebra 1 team members to review data and discuss performance outcomes on future assessments
- Improved students’ academic growth by 2 years under the Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment Program during the 2011-2012 school year
Math Sales Representative
KEY CURRICULUM PRESS
01.2005 - 12.2009
- Developed and delivered sales presentations to teachers and administrators in Texas, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, and Pennsylvania
- Provided professional development training workshops focused on curriculum implementation and the effective use of math software programs.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
High School Math Teacher
JOHN H. REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL
08.2004 - 12.2005
- Developed innovative lessons that incorporated technology and hands-on learning
- Utilized various instructional tools, such as paper-folding study-guides, group activities, and projects to enhance instruction and meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Managed classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Lead High School Math Teacher
NYOS, NOT YOUR ORDINARY SCHOOL
07.2001 - 05.2004
- Delivered instruction in high school mathematics using an innovative, integrated curriculum funded by the National Science Foundation
- Evaluated students using various types of authentic assessments, including portfolios, PowerPoint presentations, oral presentations, performance assessments, and notebooks
- Differentiated instruction to address multiple learning styles.
Math Teacher
LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON HIGH SCHOOL
01.1999 - 05.2001
- Organized creative lesson plans that exceeded state standards achieving a passing rate of 96% on state assessments and voluntarily delivered tutoring instruction before and after school to assist students with mastery of mathematical concepts
- Nominated by administrators for the Radio Shack Teaching in Excellence Award.
Math Associate Editor
HOLT, RINEHART & WINSTON
12.1994 - 12.1998
- Lead Project Editor responsible for a team of two (2) in-house editors and two (2) freelance editors
- Coordinated the production of the Teacher’s Edition component for two math programs
- Assured timely preparation and completion of manuscript to meet established schedules and standards
- Prepared manuscript for publication by performing detailed content edits for accuracy and pedagogy through all stages of copy development.
Education
M.Ed. in Administration -
LAMAR UNIVERSITY
Beaumont, TX12.2022
Completed Coursework in Electrical and Computer Engineering -
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
Austin, TX01.2005
B.S. in Mathematics -
HUSTON-TILLOTSON UNIVERSITY
Austin, TX01.1998
Skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Expert in Digital PSAT/SAT prep
- Proficient in Google Workspace
- Experienced Algebra I & II, Advanced Geometry, and Precalculus Educator
- Accomplished AVID-trained educator
Certification
- Texas Principal Certification in Educational Administration (EC – 12), April, 2024 - Present
- Texas Certification in Secondary Mathematics (6 – 12), August, 2000 - Present
- Google Certified Level 1
Affiliationsandmemberships
- Aspiring Administrator Academy, Leander ISD, 2023-2024
- Leander ISD Districtwide Educational Improvement Council, 2022-2024
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
- Texas Council of Teachers of Mathematics
- Huston-Tillotson University Alumni Association
- Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated
Timeline
Campus Instructional Coach
KILLEEN ISD
07.2024 - Current
SAT Prep Instructor
MORE THAN A TEACHER
01.2024 - Current
High School Math Department Chair, Math Teacher
LEANDER ISD
08.2013 - 05.2024
High School Math Teacher
PFLUGERVILLE ISD
08.2010 - 05.2013
Math Sales Representative
KEY CURRICULUM PRESS
01.2005 - 12.2009
High School Math Teacher
JOHN H. REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL
08.2004 - 12.2005
Lead High School Math Teacher
NYOS, NOT YOUR ORDINARY SCHOOL
07.2001 - 05.2004
Math Teacher
LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON HIGH SCHOOL
01.1999 - 05.2001
Math Associate Editor
HOLT, RINEHART & WINSTON
12.1994 - 12.1998
M.Ed. in Administration -
LAMAR UNIVERSITY
Completed Coursework in Electrical and Computer Engineering -
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
B.S. in Mathematics -
HUSTON-TILLOTSON UNIVERSITY
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