Erica Holmes-Ware Email & Phone Number

Nashville, Tn

In my current role, I’ve worked to direct the overall vision and strategy of a nonprofit organization serving more than 350,000 students nationwide. During this time, I’ve continually worked to expand equitable access to high-quality academic instruction. I’ve also worked to advance philanthropic efforts and advance programing generating over $13 million in revenue, improving educational effectiveness for K-12 students throughout more than 180 schools.Key Highlights:• Brought about transformative change which increased student achievement across 27 districts. • Delivered instructional coaching to district leadership and administrators across rural and urban regions in California, Pennsylvania, Louisiana and Tennessee.• Expanded capacity of partner organizations, engaging leadership to define growth areas and model effective educational methods while prioritizing students of color and those living in poverty.• Diagnosed systemic challenges, analyzing classroom instructional methods and existing teacher support structures to inform design of evidence-based interventions.• Provided instructional coaching and professional development to staff of urban and rural districts including New Orleans, Oakland, Memphis and Baton Rouge.• Worked with Chief Academic Officers, Principals and Executive Directors to meet student needs.• Facilitated cross-district opportunities to leverage impactful instructional strategies, cultivating partnerships to share successful learning applications and practices. • Contributed to creation of professional learning communities, engaging system leadership to offer constructive feedback and coaching across 10 schools.• Trained and supervised director-level staff, indirectly guiding instructional coaches and operations coordinator to promote high-quality educational experiences while reporting to Executive Director.

New York, Ny

As a Founding School Director, I established the vision and launch strategy for a middle school affiliated with a renowned charter school network serving over 5,000 students each year. I consistently worked to engage staff, with internal survey showing that over 90% of employees felt respected and in alignment with organizational mission.Key Highlights:• Worked to ensure high-quality liberal arts instruction across 12 regional schools, successfully achieving 15% increase in enrollment while reporting to Chief Academic Officer.• Introduced new methods of engaging students and employees, maintaining over 97% daily student attendance and achieving zero suspensions during seven-month-span.• Oversaw development and training of leadership team, with school outperforming all district institutions in state test performance.• Directed recruitment and training for 30+ specialized staff including professional educators, operations associates and instructional staff.

New York, Ny

While working as a Co-Principal, I developed and implemented school-wide strategic growth plan to improve instructional practices, classroom management and curriculum. I introduced new programs which led to students achieving 10% increase in academic proficiency in Math and ELA State Exams, and 92% educators meeting assessment targets.Key Highlights:• Directed training and development of eight academic deans, providing training on topics such as curriculum development and instructional methods which drove advancement of 40 teachers.• Implemented research-based practices to support student development, supporting teachers and youth with identifying and addressing challenging behaviors.

New York, Ny

I served as the primary instructor for a graduate-level course outlining special education methods, providing educational support to Master’s degree candidates throughout 100-hour practicum. Key Highlights:• Served as Primary instructor for graduate-level course outlining special education methods, providing educational support to Master’s degree candidates throughout 100-hour practicum. • Conducted in-school observations and coaching through multiple high-needs schools, identifying educator strengths and providing supportive coaching to promote optimal learning outcomes and performance.• Led academic lectures and facilitated web-based differentiated learning experiences on Early Childhood Development, Cognitive Engagement and Classroom Management, evaluating assignments using Stanford-developed EdTPA performance-based tools.

New York, Ny

During my role as an Assistant Principal, I oversaw development and implementation of diversity initiatives for a charter academy with over 500 students enrolled and more than 80% of youth qualifying for free and reduced lunch. I worked to implement professional development initiatives which achieved 43% increase in staff retention. Additionally, I launched weekly sessions which equipped educators on how to successfully meet the unique needs of middle school students from diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.Key Highlights:• Created and executed school-wide diversity, equity and inclusivity programs including targeted monthly sessions, working to address comprehension gaps in mathematics, science and ELA subjects.• Conducted observations of 60+ teachers, identifying improvements which reduced instructional challenges by 30% and introducing inclusive curriculum utilized by more than 100 staff.

Las Vegas, Nv

While working with Teach for America, I coordinated learning experiences with professors and staff from prominent institutions and agencies such as Loyola Marymount, University of Las Vegas, San Francisco State University and Department of Education. During this time, I created and implemented ongoing professional development for groups of up to 250 TFA corps members assigned to work in public and charter school programs. covering D&I and community engagement.Key Highlights:• Outlined curriculum creation strategies, classroom management techniques, student data analysis geared towards K-12 students. • Conducted classroom observations for 30+ corps members, delivering individualized coaching for teachers outlining culturally appropriate instructional methods and community partnership-building strategies. • Pioneered coaching and development of incoming managers, supplying teacher leadership development training on initiatives including effective classroom management and rigorous instructional practices.

Sugarland, Tx

I worked with senior educators and specialized support staff to develop interdisciplinary lessons to more than 100 4th & 5th grade students. In this capacity, I led academic initiatives which resulted in over 90% of students meeting or exceeding performance targets in both ELA and Mathematics courses, achieving more than a 22% increase from the previous year. Key Highlights:• Compiled and analyzed data to track student progress, analyzing academic assessments to identify areas for supplemental support to adjust instruction accordingly to meet student needs. • Facilitated weekly workshops for groups of 60+ parents and students identified as high-risk, promoting in-home learning.• Nominated for Teacher of the Year award, earning peer recognition for use of creative, highly effective teaching methods.

Houston, Tx

I successfully achieved 1.5 years of reading growth, with over 90% of students meeting or exceeding grade-level reading expectations through the utilization of small reading groups, differentiated instruction, and intervention initiatives. Key Highlights:• Evaluated academic progress using district-wide Diagnostic Reading Assessment, using data to clarify instructional needs.• Selected by district to develop teacher training videos on small group reading instruction with materials utilized to educate staff and teachers across the district. • Created teacher evaluation system to address accountability issues as part of Decision Making Council. • Achieved consistently high marks in creative teaching on state- approved Professional Development Appraisal System.

Doctor Of Education - Edd, Urban Education And Leadership

Master’S Degree, Educational Leadership And Administration

Master’S Degree, Elementary Education And Teaching

Bachelor’S Degree