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Summary
A dedicated educator demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering educational excellence. Actively pursuing a leadership position that enables the contribution of skills and expertise to support both students and teachers is the current goal. Enrolled in a doctoral program with a dual specialization in Instructional Leadership and Social Emotional Learning reflects a passion for creating a positive and effective learning environment. There is eagerness to leverage the academic background and leadership skills to make a meaningful impact in an educational setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
DEAN OF PRIMARY
BASIS INTERNATIONAL & BILINGUAL SCHOOLS CHENGDU
07.2022 - Current
- Works closely with division head and teachers to provide personalized behavioral, academic, and pastoral support for more than 200 students
- This includes but is not limited to communication with parents, support teachers in parent and student communication, managing and tracking discipline records, and support parents and teachers with students' overall well-being
- In addition, spearheads middle school advisory program with alignment to BASIS Chengdu PANDAS Values, and incorporating whole school monthly PANDAS Value theme.
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING COMMITTEE
BASIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NANJING
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Designed and implemented Social Emotional Learning curriculum whole school
- Supports and strengthens social emotional experiences of more than 200 students, teachers, parents, and community at BASIS Nanjing through professional developments and trainings for teachers, planning and delivering lessons to students, and delivering informational sessions to parents.
PRIMARY SUBJECT EXPERT TEACHER
BASIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NANJING
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Prepared subject specific lessons in Humanities for first and second grade students
- Provided interactive and differentiated learning environment to meet needs of each student, including English Language Learners
- Collaborated with Learning Expert Teacher, as well as other grade level teachers to provide better support and lessons for students, that are cross-curricular, and student focused.
THIRD GRADE MATH TEACHER
MEMPHIS COLLEGE PREP
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Responsible for creating and implementing rigorous, standards-aligned lessons and assessments with end goal of students performing at or above grade-level
- Maintained culture of high academic and behavioral standards in classroom
- Communicated regularly with scholars, families, and colleagues to maintain collaborative learning environment
- Continuously utilized feedback to make changes in instructional practices and overall performance.
FIRST GRADE TEACHER
TEACH FOR AMERICA- MEMPHIS
06.2016 - 12.2017
- Selected from approximately 40,000 applicants nationwide to join national teacher corps of leaders who commit to teach in public schools
- Participated in intensive training program to develop skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement
- Taught in summer school program run by Teach for America for students in Memphis public schools under supervision of faculty of experienced teachers
- Engaged in comprehensive program of professional development including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, and content/professional learning communities specific to license areas.
ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS
10.2015 - 05.2016
- Provided academic support to Collegiate School of Memphis by means of conducting daily homework checking process and substituting for absent teachers
- Provided administrative support such as assisting with daily attendance, running front desk communicating with families and community, assisting with setup and execution of school events, scheduling parent/teacher conferences, etc.
Youth Specialist
City Of Memphis Youth Services
Memphis, TN
06.2015 - 08.2024
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Managed a caseload of students employed at several different locations around Memphis by acting as a liaison between student participants, business partners and the MPloy program. Picked up timesheets from participants’ worksites, ensured timesheets were signed by both the participants and the worksite supervisor, and input the student’s worked hours into the Oracle system. Performed site visits to check on the welfare of students and the satisfaction of worksite supervisors, communicated via email and phone calls with the students on program updates, event locations and other information as needed.
Youth Anti-Violence Coordinator
Corporation for National and Community Service
Memphis, Tennessee
05.2014 - 05.2024
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Served as an AmeriCorps VISTA for the Executive Division of the City of Memphis in the Office of Youth Services, assuming the role of Youth Anti-Violence Coordinator. Collaborated with a Youth Violence Prevention team comprising members from programs dedicated to youth violence prevention and intervention, along with youth impacted by violence. Responsibilities included facilitating coordination among various entities within the City, County, and private organizations to identify synergies and inefficiencies, fostering collaboration for collective impact. Additionally, contributed to establishing an evidence-based framework for these initiatives.
Education
DOCTORATE CANIDATE - Social Emotional Learning And Instructional Leadership
M. ED - Social Emotional Learning
05.2018
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Philosophy And Religious Studies
05.2013
Skills
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Integrity
- Dependability
- Faculty communication
- Academic goal advisement
- Faculty Collaboration
- Student Guidance
- Planning and coordination
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k matchPersonal development programsInterests
Photography
Reading
Writing
Timeline
DEAN OF PRIMARY - BASIS INTERNATIONAL & BILINGUAL SCHOOLS CHENGDU
07.2022 - Current
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING COMMITTEE - BASIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NANJING
07.2019 - 06.2022
PRIMARY SUBJECT EXPERT TEACHER - BASIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NANJING
07.2019 - 06.2022
THIRD GRADE MATH TEACHER - MEMPHIS COLLEGE PREP
07.2018 - 06.2019
FIRST GRADE TEACHER - TEACH FOR AMERICA- MEMPHIS
06.2016 - 12.2017
ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN - COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS
10.2015 - 05.2016
Youth Specialist - City Of Memphis Youth Services
06.2015 - 08.2024
Youth Anti-Violence Coordinator - Corporation for National and Community Service
05.2014 - 05.2024
NORTHCENTRAL UNIVERSITY - DOCTORATE CANIDATE, Social Emotional Learning And Instructional Leadership
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS UNIVERSITY - M. ED, Social Emotional Learning
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI - BACHELOR OF ARTS, Philosophy And Religious Studies
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