Experience

Community School of Excellence

• 1 - 100 Employee

• Media Specialist

  • Jul 2018 - Present

• Media Specialist

  • Jul 2018 - Present

  • Develop and oversee library and media program implementation for students K-11, including curation of an equity-focused/inclusive collections• Instruct students in effective strategies for locating, accessing, evaluating, and fair information use, as well as development of media literacy, digital citizenship, and technology skills• Collaborate and consult with educators to incorporate information resources into curriculum, including digital citizenship skills, information issues, internet safety trends, and new technologies• Train educators in use of information systems, issues of equitable representation, and curriculum development• Manage and maintain curriculum and professional development materials via Follet Destiny Resource Manager Show less

• Curriculum Coordinator/Instructional Coach

  • Jul 2016 - Jun 2018

  • Oversaw development and delivery of all content area curriculum and assessments, with an emphasis on literacy development• Consulted with school leadership regarding educational program vision, structures, and content• Supervised, coached, evaluated, and led professional development for a team of educators with a focus on curriculum development, assessment, content delivery, best-practice instructional strategies, positive classroom climate, student data analysis, data-based decision making, and professional growth • Reviewed teacher lesson plans, written assessments, professional development work and offered coaching and support• Supported teachers in the use of student achievement data to drive instruction• Interviewed, hired, onboarded, and trained new staff members Show less

• English Language Arts Teacher

  • Aug 2013 - Jun 2016

  • Taught 7th and 8th grade English Language Arts courses• Developed and implemented curriculum and assessments based on the Minnesota academic standards for English Language Arts• Tracked and analyzed student achievement data and used data to inform instructional decisions• Supported special education department in meeting individual education plan (IEP) and 504 plan goals• Collaborated with parents to ensure academic and social success for students• Provided students with social/emotional instruction and support• Supported colleagues in literacy development and assessment strategies in various content areas, including the provision of professional development sessions Show less