Nanette (Kitti) Pratt, M.Ed Email & Phone Number

San Antonio, Tx

Full Time Duties and Responsibilities:Served as the educational leader, responsible for managing the day to day operations of the high school and implementing the policies, regulations, and procedures that ensured that all students were supervised in a safe learning environment and teachers were mentored and supported in reaching their highest potential.Conducted classroom observations to guide instructional conversations and reflective practicesWorked in collaboration with the Office of Student Learning to monitor implementation and outcomes of district-wide initiativesDesigned and delivered professional development in a variety of settingsDrove reflective coaching conversation using rubrics for the improvement of teaching and learning practices aligned with TEKS Resource Management System, T-Tess, Gradual Release of Responsibility, and Lead4WardProvided professional development and leadership to establish effective, student-centered PLCs Developed an action plan to address school improvement needs; culturally responsive teaching and democratic learning practicesLed analysis and feedback sessions using student work protocols Served as expulsion hearing committee memberResponsible for interviewing, hiring, and dismissing staff

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for improving school programs and monitoring policies within district, state, and federal guidelines by evaluating and providing leadership for the instructional program of the high school; Provide for the systemic study and analysis of the teaching-learning process and the development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs; Provide for the development, alignment, and implementation of quality curriculum to enhance student achievement; Plan and provide professional development for teachers and staff.Set academic rules and policies for K-12 campusDeveloped academic programsDeveloped and delivered professional development to all staff and administrationAs part of the admin team, responsible for approving faculty hiresOversaw Special ProgramsCoordinated Student Activities

San Antonio, Tx

As a Content Instructional Coach I provided job-imbedded, ongoing professional development for teachers, and administrators. I worked directly with the principals and central office to achieve campus and district goals of high quality teaching and learning. I conducted walkthrough observations, post observation feedback conferencing, and facilitated teacher goal setting. I also provided support to the principal in data analysis and professional development decision-making. I developed and led professional development helping teachers to deepen their content knowledge and pedagogical practices on literacy across the content areas to include differentiated instruction for at-risk students inclusive of special education and English language learners. Overall, my job was to build the capacity of the staff to meet the literacy needs of all students, and ensure that staff acquires the understanding and skills to: 1) enhance instructional practices at the classroom level and 2) raise the level of student achievement.Supervised 15-20 secondary teachers to include instructional coaching, observations, and evaluationsDeveloped solutions to address a school’s self-identified problems of practiceFacilitated identification of problems of practice Creating and Implementing action plans to overhaul programs, policies, and prioritiesCollaborating with school leadership to develop curricula for educational initiativesSupporting pre-identified school initiatives Apply principles of Adult Learning Theory to motivate adult learners to improve professional practice focusing on strengths, relevancy, positive intent, and self-reflectionLed department teachers in planning and instruction and implementation of district scope and sequence, and curricular unitsCoached teachers in backward design, unpacking curriculum, and standards-based assessment using student data to inform instructional planning

Masassas, Va

Assisted in the development of master schedule by recommending course offerings, schedule of classes, teacher assignments, and room usage.Coordinated departmental counseling and placement of students.Conducted regularly scheduled departmental meetings.Acted as liaison between departments, staff, students, parents and Administration.Attend required meetings including regularly scheduled department chair meetings.Directed all activities related to substitute teachers.Oversaw all aspects of curriculum change including development, implementation, evaluation, and revision and internal articulation.Organized and conducted comprehensive evaluation of courses reflecting:Standardized testing data Local assessments – exams, performance assessments, etc.Prepared and submitted all departmental budgets.Conducted classroom observations to guide instructional conversations and reflective practicesWorked in collaboration with the Office of Student Learning to monitor implementation and outcomes of district-wide initiativesDeveloped district level Creative Writing curriculum, program vision, course syllabi, and sequencing (published) Drove reflective coaching conversation using rubrics Worked in collaboration with Curriculum and Instruction offices and Scholastic partners to implement student choice reading as part of districtwide initiativeProvided professional development and leadership to establish effective, student-centered PLCs Led in the development of a school improvement plan to transition the English Department to Standards Based GradingCollaborated with district curriculum specialist in rewriting district curriculum using Understanding by Design in support of fifteen high school campuses Drafted the Prince William County School’s position statement on Student Choice Reading Taught English 9-12, Advanced Placement Literature and Composition, Advanced Creative Writing and Genre Studies, SPED inclusion, ESOL self contained and inclusionSpanish I-IV

Extended Studies Post Grad, Education/Teaching Of The Gifted And Talented, 4.0

Post Graduate Certification, Principal As Instructional Leader

Master'S Degree, Curriculum Development And Instruction, 3.8

Bachelor'S Degree, English, 3.8

Master'S, Organizational Education Leadership

Did not complete degree due to relocation