Assistant Principal of Academics

• Jul 2022 - Present

K5 Teacher Leader

• Jul 2015 - Jun 2022

• Developed year-long plan for collaborative, growth-focused PLCs and executed leadership of 1 of 3 PLCs.• Designed year-long scope and sequence and standards-based report cards for grades K4-3.• Created CCSS aligned Math and ELA Benchmark Assessments for grades K4-8.• Leveraged leadership role to create stronger communication amongst peer group as well as better collaboration throughout the school.• Designed and implemented lessons for K5 classroom based on student data, CCSS and school wide goals.• Established strong relationships with families and the community through Parent Workshops, Conferences, Home Visits, Open Houses and school-wide events.• Led floor and grade level team meetings focused on student MAP data and small group instruction to help students reach individual goals as well as our school goal of 70% of our students meeting their individual growth goals.• Served on school-wide SIT team developing plans for student-based interventions and follow up with classroom teachers. Show less

Fourth Grade Lead Teacher

• Jul 2013 - Jun 2015

• A member of the start-up team for Rocketship Public Schools in Milwaukee • Onboarded 26 families and students through a thorough explanation of school performance, expectations, and our commitment to each child’s success. • Created focused relationships with families through community events and home visits to improve engagement and academic success. • Developed firsthand knowledge on how start up charter schools get up and running, leading parent workshops, active recruitment, and building a comprehensive community awareness of our school and offerings. • Rigorously adapted lessons to meet the individual needs of each student. • Relied on data to inform goal setting around instruction, student learning, attendance, parent participation and more. Show less

New Teacher Training Coordinator

• Feb 2011 - Jul 2013

• Designed and implemented week-long professional development training for district of 12 schools.• Provided ongoing support for new teachers and mentors.

Second Grade Teacher

• Aug 2004 - Jun 2013

• Teacher in West Bend school district grades 1 and 2, special education focus room for five years.• School Leadership Team member