Yolanda Douglas
Instructional Coach
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic instructional leader with a proven track record at CICS Lloyd Bond, enhancing literacy through targeted coaching and data-driven strategies. Expert in curriculum design and fostering family engagement, I have successfully elevated student achievement and cultivated a positive school culture, resulting in significant gains in standardized reading scores.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mentor Teacher / Instructional Literacy Coach
CICS Lloyd Bond
Chicago
03.2019 - Current
- Coached K–8 teachers on effective literacy practices, classroom management, and differentiated instruction, resulting in measurable instructional growth.
- Designed and facilitated ongoing professional development aligned to school goals and teacher needs.
- Modeled research-based instructional strategies to enhance engagement and academic performance.
- Increased standardized reading scores through targeted support, data analysis, and small group interventions.
- Supported struggling students through one-on-one tutoring and small group reading instruction.
Mentor Coach / Reading Teacher
Moving Everest Charter School
Chicago
08.2015 - 02.2019
- Mentored new and veteran teachers in lesson planning, curriculum development, and student engagement strategies.
- Created and delivered PD sessions focused on reading comprehension, vocabulary acquisition, and instructional best practices.
- Developed standards-based ELA lessons and assessments tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Partnered with families to support literacy at home and build strong school-home connections.
Lead Teacher
CICS Washington Park
Chicago
08.2012 - 07.2015
- Led schoolwide literacy initiatives and coached colleagues on implementing high-leverage instructional strategies.
- Created inclusive classroom environments supporting academic and social-emotional growth.
- Developed and adapted curriculum to meet student needs, resulting in increased engagement and mastery.
- Built positive parent relationships through consistent communication and collaborative goal setting.
Lead Teacher
CICS Washington Park
Chicago
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Led schoolwide literacy initiatives and coached colleagues on implementing high-leverage instructional strategies.
- Created inclusive classroom environments supporting academic and social-emotional growth.
- Developed and adapted curriculum to meet student needs, resulting in increased engagement and mastery.
- Built positive parent relationships through consistent communication and collaborative goal setting.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL07.2012
Master of Arts - Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Design
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Design
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL06.2005
Skills
- Instructional coaching and mentoring
- Data-driven planning
- Literacy and reading instruction
- Professional development facilitation
- Curriculum design and standards alignment
- Differentiated instruction strategies
- Assessment techniques
- Classroom management
- Family engagement initiatives
- School culture development
- Literacy coaching
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
Timeline
Mentor Teacher / Instructional Literacy Coach
CICS Lloyd Bond
03.2019 - Current
Mentor Coach / Reading Teacher
Moving Everest Charter School
08.2015 - 02.2019
Lead Teacher
CICS Washington Park
08.2012 - 07.2015
Lead Teacher
CICS Washington Park
08.2008 - 08.2010
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
National Louis University
Master of Arts - Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Design
Northeastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Design
Northeastern Illinois University
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