Special Education Coordinator

• Apr 2021 - Present

SPED Resource Teacher

• Aug 2016 - Aug 2022

Vice Principal

• Dec 2013 - Jun 2014

• Developed standards-based CORE curriculum for pre-kindergarten through kindergarten.• Coordinated marketing efforts for the school.• Coordinated and implemented in-service and professional development for literacy improvement.• Designed and developed student and teacher schedules and rosters.• Assisted teachers for evaluating and improving their teaching methods and strategies.• Contributed to the academic tone of the school setting by promoting educational excellence and respect among the students, staff, and parents. Show less

Math and Literacy Coordinator

• Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

• Coordinate and execute ESL/EFL literacy intervention program for primary students.• Develop, coordinate and implement a math intervention program using both in-class and technology-assisted curriculum.• Teach approximately 100 students research-based reading and math intervention strategies.• Administer school-wide assessment and analyze all statistics to drive curriculum• Assess, analyze, and communicate results of highly reliable assessment tools and diagnostics.• Set feasible student-reading goals and, working with team members, determine necessary steps in meeting them.• Provide professional development and co-teaching opportunities to international literacy and math educators.• Supervise approximately 10 educators in effectively delivering the reading and math programs.• Communicate with parents regarding student progress and increasing his/her performance.• Work closely with faculty, administration, and Director of Operations to improve the programs and ensure the competitiveness of the school within Kuwait. Show less

Academic Coordinator

• Apr 2011 - Dec 2012

• Established innovative after-school program at 6 elementary schools that increased grades, school attendance, and provided students with both academic and enrichment activities. • Developed ESL curriculum for varied learners in all subject areas including language arts, reading, science, and mathematics. • Managed after-school programs at six schools and supervised 40 teachers. • Managed and executed first annual Scripps National Spelling Bee at both the school and state levels in Pohnpei, FSM. • Orientated teachers, tutors, and site coordinators in after-school programming as well as trained them in research-based teaching skills and strategies. • Trained teachers in administering assessments and performing statistical analysis of results. • Collaborated with outside agencies to increase impact and develop sustainable partnerships. • Oversaw all budget, matching, and program objectives per federal grant requirements. • Evaluated and monitored the timely performance of staff, students, and instructors and compiled statistics for reporting. • Assisted COM-FSM President and committee members with meeting needs of WASC accreditation standards. Show less

ESL Teacher and Community Development

• Sep 2009 - Apr 2011

• Taught multi-level ESL to children from grade 1 to 8. • Created ESL-lesson plans for various grade levels. • Created and modified curriculum in teaching upper and lower grades in ESL at the school level. • Advised teachers, librarians, and volunteers in ESL curriculum and library management. • Establishing a school library for Sekere Elementary School. • Conceptualized, coordinated and implemented educational programs and curriculum for Pohnpei Public Library to improve both existing and future programs. • Increased student enrolment in literacy-based programs and instruction. • Assisted in orientating 30 new PCV’s and delivered TEFL and cultural trainings. • Worked with Department of Education, NGOs, and partners abroad to improve overall education of youth in Pohnpei. Show less

Grant Coordinator

• Jul 2007 - Jan 2009