Heather Tobey
K-5 Math Specialist at Urbandale Community School District- Claim this Profile
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Callie Schmitz
‘Exceptional problem solver’ is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Heather Tobey. I had the pleasure of working with Heather for the past year at Urbandale Community Schools, where we both served as K-5 Math Specialists. I was particularly impressed by Heather’s ability to brainstorm and also communicate possible solutions to problems that arose while we helped build capacity in general education teachers on what quality core math instruction and interventions look like. Heather’s strong leadership skills are evident, especially from her previous experience as an instructional coach within the Des Moines Community School District. Heather is committed to building and maintaining strong and positive relationships with colleagues, while also never missing an opportunity to bring snacks to weekly meetings! As a team member or a leader, Heather earns my highest recommendation.
Callie Schmitz
‘Exceptional problem solver’ is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Heather Tobey. I had the pleasure of working with Heather for the past year at Urbandale Community Schools, where we both served as K-5 Math Specialists. I was particularly impressed by Heather’s ability to brainstorm and also communicate possible solutions to problems that arose while we helped build capacity in general education teachers on what quality core math instruction and interventions look like. Heather’s strong leadership skills are evident, especially from her previous experience as an instructional coach within the Des Moines Community School District. Heather is committed to building and maintaining strong and positive relationships with colleagues, while also never missing an opportunity to bring snacks to weekly meetings! As a team member or a leader, Heather earns my highest recommendation.
Callie Schmitz
‘Exceptional problem solver’ is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Heather Tobey. I had the pleasure of working with Heather for the past year at Urbandale Community Schools, where we both served as K-5 Math Specialists. I was particularly impressed by Heather’s ability to brainstorm and also communicate possible solutions to problems that arose while we helped build capacity in general education teachers on what quality core math instruction and interventions look like. Heather’s strong leadership skills are evident, especially from her previous experience as an instructional coach within the Des Moines Community School District. Heather is committed to building and maintaining strong and positive relationships with colleagues, while also never missing an opportunity to bring snacks to weekly meetings! As a team member or a leader, Heather earns my highest recommendation.
Callie Schmitz
‘Exceptional problem solver’ is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Heather Tobey. I had the pleasure of working with Heather for the past year at Urbandale Community Schools, where we both served as K-5 Math Specialists. I was particularly impressed by Heather’s ability to brainstorm and also communicate possible solutions to problems that arose while we helped build capacity in general education teachers on what quality core math instruction and interventions look like. Heather’s strong leadership skills are evident, especially from her previous experience as an instructional coach within the Des Moines Community School District. Heather is committed to building and maintaining strong and positive relationships with colleagues, while also never missing an opportunity to bring snacks to weekly meetings! As a team member or a leader, Heather earns my highest recommendation.
Credentials
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Cognitive Coaching Level 2
Heartland AEAApr, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Fierce Conversations
Heartland AEAMar, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Des Moines Public SchoolsNov, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Summit on Climate and Culture
Des Moines Public SchoolsAug, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
School Turnaround Leaders Institute
Harvard UniversityJun, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Master Educator License
Iowa Board of Educational ExaminersNov, 2019- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Urbandale Community School District
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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K-5 Math Specialist
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Aug 2021 - Present
Our mission is to create a thriving, equitable UCSD community by supporting the growth of staff and students through continual learning and data-driven conversations.Created and delivered Numeracy Project kits to all elementary buildings.Promote high-quality, research-based instructional strategies in all K-5 mathematics classrooms.Ensure effective and consistent PLC and MTSS processes are occurring in schools. Our mission is to create a thriving, equitable UCSD community by supporting the growth of staff and students through continual learning and data-driven conversations.Created and delivered Numeracy Project kits to all elementary buildings.Promote high-quality, research-based instructional strategies in all K-5 mathematics classrooms.Ensure effective and consistent PLC and MTSS processes are occurring in schools.
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Des Moines Public Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Instructional coach
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Aug 2015 - Aug 2021
Built and maintained relationships with administrators, coaches, and teachers across the district. Collaboratively engaged with teachers in a continuous cycle of learning to ensure equitable outcomes for all students.Empowered teachers to reach the goals they have set for students through the enactment of research-based practices.Planned and led professional development around curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices.Fostered communication in Professional Learning Communities and support teachers with Common Core curriculum, assessments, instructional strategies, student data, and goal-setting.Mentored first year teachers to encourage growth, promote equity, and provide feedback for reflection.Served as Assessment Coordinator and planned for/prepared all MAP, FastBridge, and ISASP testing.
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Norwalk Community School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Elementary School Teacher | K-5 ELA Lead Teacher
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Aug 2007 - Jun 2015
5th Grade Teacher/English Language Arts Lead TeacherEstablished open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools to help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.Evaluated progress of individual students to adjust teaching strategies.Facilitated curriculum planning and materials selection.Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.Provided subject matter expertise on all English/Language Arts courses, materials, and lesson plans.Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.Worked closely with the District Curriculum Director to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.Worked closely with vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.
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Park Hill School District
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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500 - 600 Employee
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Elementary School Teacher
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Aug 2002 - Jun 2007
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.Served on multiple committees, including Science Curriculum Adoption, Instructional Framework, and Report Card Revision.Leadership duties: Planned Red Ribbon Week activities, Math Bee, Building Leadership Team Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.Served on multiple committees, including Science Curriculum Adoption, Instructional Framework, and Report Card Revision.Leadership duties: Planned Red Ribbon Week activities, Math Bee, Building Leadership Team
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Education
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2004 - 2005
Baker University
Master's degree, Curriculum and Instruction -
1998 - 2001
Iowa State University
Bachelor's degree, Elementary Education
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