Octavia Wolf
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English Full professional proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Regular Teaching License (SPED Non-Catagorical, K-12) with an Endorsement in Elementary General Education (All Subjects, K-6)
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)Jun, 2017- Nov, 2024
Experience
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EcoRise
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Teacher Ambassador
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Jul 2020 - Present
The EcoRise Teacher Ambassador Program seeks to recognize leaders in sustainability education and strengthen our relationships with inspiring educators. EcoRise Teacher Ambassadors are experienced EcoRise teachers who have demonstrated a strong interest in and commitment to the EcoRise mission and core values. Teacher Ambassadors regularly and effectively implement EcoRise curriculum, Eco-Audits, green-school projects, and microgrants, in addition to leveraging EcoRise support services and connecting with community partners and the larger EcoRise teacher community. Show less
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District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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5th Grade General Education Teacher
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Jun 2017 - Present
• Responsible for providing lead instruction in the areas of Math, Science, Social Studies, and Reading to a class of 30 scholars, including scholars with IEP's and scholars identified as ELL in a Title 1 school setting.• Developed a CCSS-driven curriculum for 5th grade Math and Reading using research-based methods and interventions.• Collaborated with local agencies and organizations such as The Humane Society, Fillmore Arts Center, and the Embassy Adoption Program to enrich the classroom learning experience. • Actively mentored an Urban Teaching Fellows candidate through real-time coaching, lesson plan evaluation, and counseling from a strengths-based approach. Show less
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Special Education Teacher
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Aug 2014 - Aug 2017
• Managed and maintained a caseload of inclusion & resource middle school students.• Developed a comprehensive Mathematics & Language Arts curriculum for 6th-8th grade students.• Differentiated lesson plans to aid students in academic attainment of grade level goals.• Collaborated with colleagues to implement engaging and rigorous lesson plans.• Increased student individual reading levels by an average of 1.5 years of growth.
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Student Government Association Advisor - West Education Campus
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Aug 2015 - Jun 2016
• Consulted with students and faculty to develop a comprehensive student government constitution for the school building.• Collaborated with parents regarding meaningful, enriching experiences for their scholars.• Worked as a liaison between administration and students to address student concernsand needs during weekly Culture Leadership Team meetings.
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Scholar Culture Chair - West Education Campus
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Aug 2015 - Jun 2016
• Developed school wide PBIS and Responsive Classroom systems to be utilized by the entire school building.• Facilitated school-wide culture events and activities such as assemblies, dances, and fundraisers.• Led professional developments to develop classroom management techniques.• Collected and analyzed data which informed student satisfaction levels and tieredbehavioral interventions.
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oneTILT
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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2020 TiltForward Fellow
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Aug 2020 - May 2021
21 D.C. area leaders in professional and education management were selected to join the 2nd annual tiltForward Fellowship in Washington, D.C. oneTILT’s tiltForward Fellowship is a 8-month learning experience that cultivates more diverse and inclusive leaders. The fellowship provides programming and tools for leadership centered around race and race issues, one-on-one executive coaching, and ongoing support beyond the fellowship. 21 D.C. area leaders in professional and education management were selected to join the 2nd annual tiltForward Fellowship in Washington, D.C. oneTILT’s tiltForward Fellowship is a 8-month learning experience that cultivates more diverse and inclusive leaders. The fellowship provides programming and tools for leadership centered around race and race issues, one-on-one executive coaching, and ongoing support beyond the fellowship.
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BELL (Building Educated Leaders for Life)
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Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Summer Academic Teacher
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Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
• Led and co-taught a classroom of rising 5th grade English-Language Learners in Montgomery County, Maryland. • Developed scholars' comprehensive reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in addition to general mathematics level proficiency according to the Common Core State Standards adopted by Maryland. • Provided scholars with insight into college and career and counseled scholars on growth mindsets. • +11 points growth in Reading and +24 points growth in Math within a 4 week, 4 day academic window. Show less
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BELL (Building Educated Leaders for Life)
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Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Summer Academic and Enrichment Teacher (4th Grade)
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Jun 2016 - Jul 2016
• Led and co-taught a classroom of rising 4th grade English-Language Learners in Montgomery County, Maryland. • Developed scholars' comprehensive reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in addition to general mathematics level proficiency according to the Common Core State Standards adopted by Maryland. • Created a theatre curriculum for rising 4th graders to develop their diction, public speaking skills, and confidence in front of others through play and experimental learning. • Provided scholars with insight into college and career and counseled scholars on growth mindsets. Show less
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Education
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2020 - 2022
The Johns Hopkins University
Master of Education - MEd, Elementary Education and Teaching -
2007 - 2011
Longwood University
Bachelor of the Arts, Sociology
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