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West Palm Beach, Fl, Us

Lead and participate in field studies focused on educational outcomes, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies to inform development strategies.Plan and participate in speaking engagements and workshops to disseminate research findings and best practices to internal stakeholders.Collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams, contributing research expertise to support diverse projects and initiatives aimed at improving educational outcomes.Translate complex research findings into practical applications to directly impact classroom practices.Effectively write and publish internal and external facing documents on topics related to education enhancing the organization's thought leadership.Employ strong data visualization skills to create compelling presentations and reports, facilitating better understanding and engagement with research findings.Manage multiple research projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively and adhering to strict deadlines to ensure timely and impactful outcomes.

Remote

Collaborate with administrators and district leaders to develop long-range plans for systemic growth and change in instruction.Plan, develop, and deliver rich learning experiences–both in-person and virtual–to facilitate professional learning for teachers in grades K-12; sessions consistently receive positive feedback and evidence of long-term impact. Provide wide range of learning experiences for educators that reflect strong adult learning theory and instructional design including whole group instruction, classroom demonstration, and small group and one-on-one coaching. Create professional learning modules customized to meet the needs of clients in grades K-12, with a primary focus on best practices in K-8 Literacy. Regularly review survey data from learning sessions to identify opportunities for continued growth and improvement. Create supporting resources including short instructional videos and supplemental reference materials assist learners before, during, and after training sessions. Regularly use Microsoft and Google applications to support internal and external communications. Regularly attend professional learning sessions that lend to own personal and professional growth, especially when related to matters of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Remote

Managed multiple projects with tight production deadlines including the development of supplemental K-5 curriculum resources for reading instruction and co-authorship of thirty narrative and informational guided reading books for children.Maintained a full roster of in-person and virtual professional learning engagements. Nurtured and maintained strong, collaborative relationships with 29 schools and districts; 41% of relationships lasted in excess of three years, with two lasting ten or more years. Districts and schools located in: Killeen, TX; Monroe, NC; Columbia, SC; Indianapolis, IN; Visalia, CA; Grand Island, NE; Kamloops, Canada; Phoenix, AZ; Hong Kong; South Huntington, NY; Norfolk, VA; Lancaster, PA; Herricks, NY; Nashville, TN; Patchogue, NY; Bay Shore, NY; Elwood, NY; Long Beach, NY; Seaford, NY; Lindenhurst, NY; West Islip, NY; Malverne, NY; Smithtown, NY; West Babylon, NY; Babylon, NY; Deer Park, NY, Roslyn, NY; Oyster Bay, NY; Islip, NY.Worked with school district leaders to carefully review existing instructional protocols; offered insight for refining approaches that reflect research-based best practices, inclusivity, and equity.

Remote

Wrote 18 units (3 units per grade, K-5) for a total of 90 lessons to support teachers implementing Who’s Doing the Work? approach to balanced literacy instruction. Collaborated with teachers and administrators from Long Beach Public Schools in New York to develop 9 Common Core aligned language arts units for grades 3-5 using principles of UbD. Contracted with Amplify Insight to develop grade 8 learning module around Common Core standard nine using King Arthur tales and The Dark is Rising. Facilitated summer curriculum project in Elwood Public Schools (NY) where grade levels K-5 each developed a unit of study around the theme Reading is Powerful.

Hobe Sound, Florida

Developed engaging English Language Arts curriculum using a variety of text types and genres; planned instruction to engaged students across instructional contexts including read aloud, shared reading, small group, guided instruction, and independent reading. Implemented instruction using a mix of whole-class, small-group, and one-on-one instructional methods.Used digital resources and platforms to support student learning and instructional feedback. Worked collaboratively with on-campus learning specialists and administration to ensure the highest quality instruction for all students. Met regularly with administrators and parents to hear concerns; collaborated to problem solve and deliver optimal learning experiences for all students.

Burkinsandyaris.Com

In March 2012, I teamed up with Jan Miller Burkins to create a blog that to provide educators with practical information about the Common Core English Language Arts standards. Publishing between 1-3 posts per week, we offered insight about aligning instruction with the standards, lesson suggestions, and new thinking about important topics such as close reading and text complexity. In addition to maintaining burkinsandyaris.com, Jan and I wrote journal articles,curriculum, and provided marketing content and expert guidance to children's book publishers. Jan and I also co-authored Reading Wellness (Stenhouse 2014) and Who's Doing the Work (Stenhouse 2016).

Huntington, New York, United States

Developed engaging English Language Arts curriculum using a variety of text types and genres; planned instruction to engaged students across instructional contexts including read aloud, shared reading, small group, guided instruction, and independent reading. Implemented instruction using a mix of whole-class, small-group, and one-on-one instructional methods.Used digital resources and platforms to support student learning and instructional feedback. Worked collaboratively with on-campus learning specialists and administration to ensure the highest quality instruction for all students. Met regularly with administrators and parents to hear concerns; collaborated to problem solve and deliver optimal learning experiences for all students.

Scituate, Massachusetts, United States

Developed engaging English Language Arts curriculum using a variety of text types and genres; planned instruction to engaged students across instructional contexts including read aloud, shared reading, small group, guided instruction, and independent reading. Implemented instruction using a mix of whole-class, small-group, and one-on-one instructional methods.Used digital resources and platforms to support student learning and instructional feedback. Worked collaboratively with on-campus learning specialists and administration to ensure the highest quality instruction for all students. Met regularly with administrators and parents to hear concerns; collaborated to problem solve and deliver optimal learning experiences for all students.

Masters Degree, Reading

Bs, Elementary Education