Experience

The Ellis School

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Academic Support Department Chair

  • Aug 2017 - Present

• Director of Academic Support

  • Aug 2016 - Present

  Serve as a Department Chair, proposing and implementing school policies and curriculum.Monitor student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.Teach executive functioning skills, organizational, time management and study skills to Middle and Upper School students.Develop and implement individualized academic plans for students to foster academic success.Create professional development opportunities and collaborate with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans for neurodiverse learners.Help students, parents, and teachers understand neuropsychological evaluation results, recommendations, and accommodations.Support learning initiatives with local and nationwide educational institutions. Show less



Read, Write, Soar

• Private Tutor

  • Aug 2012 - Jun 2016

  Crafted effective learning plans to address students' strengths and challenges. Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence. Supported students with executive functioning skills, study habits and exam strategies. Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies. Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles. Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks. Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress. Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success. Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies. Show less