Kym Sturdivant, Phd Email & Phone Number

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

• Serve as the primary instructional leader ensuring an academic program tightly aligned to student achievement outcome for the high school• Support teachers to implement a rigorous, public policy-infused curriculum, aligned to Common Core Learning Standards, and provide actionable feedback that leads to professional growth and student success• Oversee high-quality professional development and facilitate continuous professional learning• Evaluate teacher effectiveness, providing consistent feedback and opportunities for improvement• Oversee interim and state assessments; collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data; and facilitate the examination of data to assess gaps and inequities, improve practice, and improve student outcomes• Lead a positive student and staff culture, modeling high expectations for excellence from the top• Ensure the socio-emotional well-being of all students by overseeing robust student support services and encouraging active parent involvement• Oversee high-quality college and career programming• Establish partnerships with community organizations to ensure resources and opportunities for students, and effectively advocate on behalf of the Chavez school community• Oversee high school student recruitment efforts to ensure enrollment goals are met• Manage and grow an experienced and dedicated academic and school culture leadership team• Collaborate with the COO and operations staff to address building management issues; implement school-wide safety and emergency protocols; and ensure supplies, equipment, and instructional materials support students' social, emotional, and academic development• Collaborate with the Middle School Principal to ensure program alignment and partner with the Head of School and senior leadership team to sustain a premier 6-12 secondary institution in Washington, DC

Weslaco, Texas, Us

• Conveyed a school vision of high expectations for all students and staff by facilitating Instructional Leadership Team• Led professional development around school culture and emotional IQ to increase connectedness with students and families• Coached and managed MS Mathematics teachers, PE and SPED department leads, and operational (APO) manager• Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve teacher development, and student achievement and manage work-related tasks• Led instructional staff to improve their teaching quickly and measurably through daily observations, on-the-spot coaching, data conversations, and effective evaluations• Facilitated and onboarded several hires for instructional and operational roles• Collaborated with the school principal to design middle school teams for the 21-22 school year• Led middle and high school to an “A” rating

Rockville, Md, Us

• Conveyed a school vision of high expectations for all students and staff through facilitating Instructional Leadership Team and content level team meetings• Taught modified schedule of Algebra and Honors Geometry• Implemented instructional programming and policies that promoted cultural and equity proficiency• Analyzed and presented school data on student engagement to lead discussions around the school improvement plan• Led Instructional Rounds around the schools’ problem of practice to engage students in becoming critical thinkers through the use of higher-order questions• Collaborated with students’ families to better develop and maintain the vision and goals of the school• Facilitated department professional development by explicitly teaching reading strategies to increase comprehension for student growth• Developed relationships with elementary and high schools within our cluster to ensure smooth math transitions for students around the curricular and instructional articulation• Implemented and managed consistent discipline strategies and interventions to promote an increase in instructional opportunities resulting in less time missed from class for all students

Rockville, Md, Us

• Instructed Algebra cohort on the proper use of Performance Matters Unify to use data to identify student gaps using item analysis in order to move instruction• Led grade level team to develop ways of implementing best practices in order to increase student achievement.• Developed and implemented an extended year mathematics curriculum to increase PARCC scores and decrease gaps for students moving into Algebra and Honors Geometry• Developed an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for each student • Analyzed data and adjusted lessons according to individual and class achievement• Created and maintained relationships with parents in relation to progress and skill attainment• Assisted in planning and implementing programs of instruction that adhered to the school’s philosophy and objectives• Developed, in accordance with school guidelines, reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate techniques that were consistently applied• Crafted personal relationships with students and provided level-appropriate selections to help increase confidence in abilities• Communicated with parents, campus and district staff in regards to student progress and needs

Teaching all ages and levels, as well as every day duties of running a business.

Us

• Developed a personal improvement plan for each student by analyzing growth areas and strengths • Developed and implemented a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu curriculum for students that led to a decrease in incidents within self-contained classrooms• Provided students with an enriched and accelerated educational program, including the use of school wide programs or additional services that increase the amount and quality of instructional time• Created purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provided for effective teaching strategies and maximized time on task• Created a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies• Encouraged student enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study habits• Developed and implemented a summer school curriculum for Chicopee Academy

Springfield, Ma, Us

• Implemented vocabulary based lessons in 7th grade math courses for English Language Learners that led to increases on district and state level assessments.• Consulted and collaborated with educational staff regarding students with emotional, behavioral, cognitive and learning difficulties, in accordance with all directives, standards, procedures, policies, laws, rules, regulations, codes and guidelines• Modeled and taught the values of the school district, and upheld the commitment to excellence • Collaborated with administrators, teachers, parents and appropriate community agency personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluating student progress and implementing student objectives• Performed observations, and administered evaluation instruments to individual students• Interpreted, analyzed, evaluated, documented, tracked, and reported results of observations and assessment• Led homeroom to several academic awards, maintaining 2nd highest GPA in the 7th grade

Anchorage, Ak, Us

• Developed and implemented a peer court system to manage minor discipline offenses, which resulted in a decrease in repeated infractions, which resulted in a decrease in minor student infractions• Created and coordinated procedures for behavior management and incentive programs• Investigated incidents on and off grounds and recommended consequences, including separation

Teach students soft and customer skills for the work placeWork with students to get beyond barriers to employmentAssist manager with department goals and curriculum design

Springfield, Ma, Us

• Developed partnership with Homeless Education Services (Springfield, MA) to promote awareness around student homelessness through a pamphlet that I developed and professional development opportunities. Resulted in increased awareness by staff and funding opportunities for McKinney-Vento students• Collaborated with community partners to create professional development opportunities for teachers and staff members surrounding McKinney-Vento students• Analyzed student data and collaborated with parents, counselors, and members of the administration team to decrease 9th grade retention rates by 20 percent• Developed a Professional Learning Community between the math and vocational department to decrease students’ math failure rates

Taught Algebra 1, Geometry, and Intermediate MathInteract with students, parents, and counselorsMCAS coach

Manage cash/ensure cash controlsControl inventoryAssist store manager with orientation, training and other tasks to support store employees

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Psychology

Principal Certification, Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Administration Certification, Secondary Administration

Mba, Finance, Non-Profit Management

Bachelor Of Science, Finance And Economics

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