English Language Learner (ELL)-focused Administrator with experience working with ELLs, their families, educators and administrators in both regional and district/school-based settings. Proven track record of dedication to the specific needs of English Language Learners and extensive knowledge of ELL program models, resources and NYS regulations. Consistently seek to improve upon existing structures while identifying opportunities for innovation.
Resource Specialist, 08/2017 to Current Community Action Partnership Of Ramsey & Washington Counties – Saint Paul, MN,
Work in partnership NYS Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages (OBEWL) to provide ELL-centered technical assistance and professional development to public, charter, non-public schools and other organizations.
Design various workshops and resources to support districts in their implementation of ELL educational programs.
Plan, design and facilitate professional learning on a broad range of ELL-related topics, in both in-person and virtual/remote formats.
Review/provide feedback on district-developed Comprehensive ELL Education Plans (CEEPs, and provide districts with guidance on development of these plans).
Analyze/utilize data to create visualizations of ELL enrollment and home language trends throughout Hudson Valley.
Collaborate with district partners to conduct ELL-focused, district-led program reviews.
Serve as ELL/MLL specialist on state-mandated school and district reviews.
Work as thought partner with various school-based and district-level staff regarding ELL/MLL programming throughout Hudson Valley.
Present to pre-service ENL/Bilingual teachers and Administrators at regional colleges on various ELL/MLL-related topics.
Assist districts as they structure/restructure new or existing bilingual and dual-language programs.
Create professional development screencasts on ELL-related topics for use of teachers, schools and districts.
Plan, develop and facilitate region-wide focus groups on various ELL-related topics.
ENL Coordinator, 10/2012 to 08/2017 P.S. 114 Ryder Elementary School – City, STATE,
Developed strategic plans to address school-wide ENL needs
Oversaw school-wide identification and placement of ELL/MLL students
Developed, facilitated and assessed professional development for staff members on ELL/MLL-related matters
Directed building-level translation and interpretation services for limited English-proficient families as Language Access Coordinator
Managed all aspects of ELL/MLL After-School Academy including budgeting, staffing, curriculum, facilities and meal services
Authored all ELL/MLL compliance reports and contribute to development of school’s Comprehensive Education Plan
Ensured that school LAP is in alignment with district ELL/MLL plans
Actively worked to establish strong school/family relationships
Provided ongoing instructional support to teachers through observation and peer coaching
Provided data analysis regarding school-wide ELL/MLL student performance and demographics
Managed scheduling and programming for school’s ENL teachers
Managed coordination, staffing, scheduling and implementation for ELL/MLL-related State Exams
Arranged out-of-building training for content teachers on ELL/MLL instruction
Mentored and provided ongoing support for new ENL teachers
Co-organized interviews and co-facilitated Interview Committee
Facilitated various school-wide instructional teams on ELL/MLL and non-ELL/MLL related matters
Facilitated team-based walkthroughs focused on school culture and climate
Taught Integrated and Stand-Alone ENL for grades 3-5
Tracked ELL/MLL progress through standardized and teacher-created benchmark assessments
Collaborated with teachers and coaches to choose and adapt ENL curricula
Facilitated communications between families and classroom teachers
Longitudinally tracked progress of ENL students school-wide
ENL Teacher/Coordinator, 09/2010 to 06/2012 P.S. 22, The Children’s International School – City, STATE,
Taught integrated and stand-alone ENL services for grades K-3.
Facilitated ENL After-School Academy for grades 1-3.
Scheduled, proctored, scored and packaged NYSESLAT, ITA and State ELA and Math assessments.
Facilitated various parent workshops on ENL and General Education topics.
Served on committees for school-wide celebrations.
Translated fliers and letters from English to Spanish.
Developed, facilitated and assessed professional development for staff members on ELL/MLL-related matters.
Actively worked to establish strong school/family relationships.
Planned and developed a Spanish-English Elementary Dual Language Program
Education
Master of Science: Educational Leadership, Expected in 01/2017 CUNY Hunter College - New York, NY, GPA:
Master of Arts: Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages, Expected in 05/2010 CUNY Hunter College - New York, NY, GPA:
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism, Expected in 05/2006 CUNY City College - New York, NY, GPA:
Certifications
School District Leader (SDL), NYS Professional Certification
School Building Leader (SBL), NYS Initial Certification
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), K-12, NYS Professional Certification
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