Richard Mitchell Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, PA, US

Downingtown, Pennsylvania, United States

• Holds a Doctorate and School Leadership Certification from The University of Pennsylvania, with a specialized focus on program development, implementation, and evaluation, as well as professional evaluation and impact.
• Utilized background in reforming professional evaluation systems to enhance and improve organizational dynamics. Proven track record in change management, evidenced by a dissertation aimed at improving professional.
• Created "60 Minute Solutions Workshop" for high-achieving midlife professionals, focusing on career redirection, purpose rediscovery, and combating burnout.
• Develop tailored plans for a diverse client base, emphasizing healthy relationships and coping strategies, applicable to all ages.

West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States

• Oversaw planning and execution of all Pennsylvania state assessments for Fugett Middle School, managing over 3,000 tests with extreme attention to detail, minimal assistance, ensuring instructor and learner preparedness.
• Led positive organizational environment by interacting w/ 70+ professionals, myriad stakeholders, and overseeing 900+ learners.
• Supervised 70+ educators in grading, disciplinary actions, and formal observations and evaluations, along with ensuring fair discipline and special education compliance for 300 learners.
• Authored and published organizational weekly newsletter, communicating critical updates and information to stakeholders.
• Managed learning and administrative responsibilities, encompassing discipline, assessment logistics, and staff supervision within a 70+ professional team.

West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States

• Collaborated with leadership, instructors, board of directors, learners and stakeholders to redesign the English/Language Arts curriculum for West Chester Area School District, overseeing a $500K budget and leading.
• Spearheaded and oversaw critical district initiatives, including Immersive Technology Teaching and Learning, Cyber School Development and Programming, holistic assessment models, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI).
• Pioneered and implemented an "African American Literature" curriculum for juniors and seniors, and supervised the introduction and complete overhaul of the reading and writing curricula across 10 schools.
• Managed a team of 370 educators, including 70 secondary and 300 elementary English/Language Arts instructors, ensuring high-quality curriculum and instruction.
• Authored an article in English Journal (May 2020) with six high-profile high school English/Language Arts instructors, highlighting educational achievements, innovations, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion programming.

Coatesville, Pennsylvania

• Supervised 60+ instructors and 1200 learners, overseeing data reporting, disciplinary measures, and professional evaluations.
• With district leadership, collaboratively redesigned and developed the master learning schedule from scratch to improve instruction, learner achievement, and organizational morale.
• Initiated a cross-visitation program to enhance pedagogical practices among instructors and evaluate leadership strategies.
• Selected out of 30 school leaders for certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid, focusing on suicide prevention.
• Established an organization to include students in what is typically a Parent Teacher Organization setting.
• Collaboratively implemented six professional development initiatives on topics like Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, writing instruction, and student engagement.

West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States

• Innovated reading engagement strategies using novels by diverse authors, and designed a collaborative grading system for Advanced Placement practice essays to improve test scores.
• Developed a writing process that fosters self-advocacy and creativity, guiding learners through discovery drafts and revisions in preparation for college-level writing.
• Established as a district authority in writing instruction through active participation in key committees such as senior curriculum revision, "Courageous Conversations," Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team, and.
• Directed and produced 22 plays and musicals over 11 years at West Chester East High School, including impactful pieces like The Laramie Project and Hairspray to foster social and DEI awareness.
• Pioneered annual student-written One Acts Festival, a distinctive program combining theater and writing, showcasing student creativity in playwriting, production, and performance.
• Facilitated creation and presentation of student One Act plays, guiding students through 2-month process from writing to staging.

Fort Stewart, Georgia, United States

Doctor Of Education (Ed. D.), Reading/Writing/Literacy And Educational Leadership With K-12 Principal Certification

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Education

Master Of Arts (M.A.) And Teaching Certification, Teaching Writing And Criticism

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity ROTC Scholarship