Michael Bienkowski Email & Phone Number

Jackson, Ms, Us

Designed and delivered a robust ELA curriculum for both in-person and hybrid settings, ensuring alignment with learning objectives. By leveraging data-driven insights from student performance, I spearheaded significant growth and proficiency gains in English Language Arts. This success was instrumental in propelling our school to the coveted position of #1 Public High School in Denver, according to the Denver Public Schools performance framework.

Championed the development and implementation of a comprehensive remote and hybrid ELA curriculum, encompassing teacher guides and student resources. This initiative facilitated collaboration across campuses and provided flexible learning opportunities for all.

Collaborated with network educators to design and deliver professional development programs for secondary English teachers. Facilitated norming sessions for interim assessments, promoting consistency in instructional and assessment practices across the network.

Facilitated bimonthly department meetings to foster collaboration and professional growth among educators. Conducted classroom observations to provide teachers with actionable feedback for improving their instructional practice.

Led the design and implementation of a differentiated 8th-grade ELA curriculum, driving exceptional student achievement. Students achieved the second-highest MAP growth in the network (6.3 points) during the 2015-16 school year. Subsequently recognized by the network's home office as a "Literacy Bright Spot" for contributing to exemplary literacy instruction in the 2016-17 school year.

Empowered 48 Teach for America corps members (across two years and all grade levels/subjects) through personalized professional development plans. Analyzed student data (qualitative and quantitative) to identify areas for growth and inform skill development strategies. Collaborated with regional staff to identify trends and plan solutions, improving teacher effectiveness across the Mississippi region.

Developed and delivered professional development (PD) curriculum for educators at the Delta Institute. Facilitated diverse PD sessions, covering topics like classroom management and inclusive teaching practices.

Provided 1:1 mentorship to 6 new secondary English teachers, equipping them with effective strategies for lesson planning and classroom management.

Greenwood, Ms

Developed and delivered a rigorous freshman ELA curriculum, resulting in an average reading growth of 1.7 years for students in my second year of teaching.