Tracy Rear Email & Phone Number

Eugene, Oregon, United States

- Directs professional learning, especially in creating systems change for equitable outcomes for diverse educators across the 28 school districts in Lane, Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties. - Develops a regional understanding of the Oregon Equity Lens and guides the Western Regional Educator Network (WREN) in aligning resources and professional development to ensure equitable outcomes. - Collaborates on the collection of data to identify supports needed for educators.- Leads a staff team in identifying and designing professional development, Continuous Improvement Science coaching support, and innovative change project planning, focusing on creating support systems for diverse educators.- Establishes and maintains effective communication between the Educator Advancement Council, Education Service Districts, membership organizations, and partner agencies.- Establishing a diverse and dedicated leadership board, directing regular convenings of the full Coordinating Body, task force subcommittees, and regional Networked Improvement Learning sessions. - Manage multiple grants totaling over 5 million dollars to ensure expenditures align with grant requirements by creating and establishing systems to monitor and track all purchases, reconcile accounts, submit clear and detailed quarterly expenditure reports, biennium forecast reports, and coordinate all external contracts, internal contracts, budget communications within the WREN, ESD, and district business offices. - Prepare reports and presentations for the Educator Advancement Council, ESD board, superintendent council, and curriculum leaders. - Build relationships with local educators, district leaders, and regional partners to increase understanding of program supports and align priorities to diversify the workforce and create more inclusive and empowering school cultures to increase the recruitment and retention of teachers of color.

Springfield, Oregon, United States

- Led the district’s K-12 English Language Development program of 18 certified and 23 classified staff, covering 20 schools, supporting over 600 students and their families.- Design and provide staff development to promote deep understanding and high performance on various topics, adjusting the information and presentation to meet the audience's needs while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.- Remain professional and confidential, earning the trust of colleagues through honest, heartfelt interactions and by following through as promised on time. - Gather feedback and data from stakeholders, analyze information in various ways to guide program improvements, foster collaboration through shared goals, identify barriers, seek solutions, and celebrate successes. - Immerse myself in professional development at the local, regional, and state levels, asking questions and absorbing information to ensure an accurate understanding of laws and guidance from the Oregon Department of Education and Office of Civil Rights.- Create and submit the district’s English Language Development program plan and budget narrative to the Oregon Department of Education for approval and funding.- Organize and oversee training, security, and administration of state assessments for the department and provide assessment reports to parents, teachers, and district leaders in a clear and concise format that allows for celebration and thoughtful evaluation.- Proactively initiate change and implement improvements through collaborative and creative solutions that address areas of concern ranging from classroom curriculum and instructional supports to data management and reporting procedures. - Communicate openly and respectfully, embracing and appreciating diversity, always encouraging inclusive conversation and collaboration.

Eugene, Oregon, United States

- Maintained a constant, steady connection with prospective students and applicants by responding quickly and clearly to questions, highlighting program features, and offering regular status updates on application files. - Represented the 25 graduate and professional programs Pacific University offers at graduate and career fairs throughout the Pacific Northwest. Educate and counsel undergraduate students as they explore their graduate school options. - Managed and updated the University database and student information system, upholding all FERPA laws while tracking, recruiting, collecting data, and communicating with prospective students and applicants. - Recruited for the Eugene campus Master of Social Work and College of Education programs by recording inquiries, regularly communicating with prospects, and supporting applicants throughout the admission process. - Streamlined university, campus, and program-specific marketing and communication strategies based on year-long targets and goals.- Established and nurtured partnerships with school districts, education service districts, and community colleges across Oregon. Created custom programs designed to fulfill mutual goals.- Coordinated, organized, announced, and hosted regular events for current students, faculty, and staff, information sessions for prospective students, interview days for applicants, and orientation days for recent enrollees.- Strengthened ties with local agencies, partner districts, and cooperating teachers by attending conferences, arranging and leading small group work sessions, setting long-term goals, and forging the path toward meeting mutual targets.- Launched and organized several successful volunteer and fundraising projects for faculty, staff, and students, generating positive connections between the university, local school districts, neighboring businesses, and community social service agencies.

Eugene, Oregon, United States

- Motivated student learning in reading and language acquisition using instructional technology, cooperative learning, and interactive strategies.- Individualized lessons based on student needs and assessment data.- Communicate respectfully with staff, students, and families, honoring cultural and linguistic differences and creating a sense of ease and trust. - Represented the Eugene School District in statewide and national education and assessment projects, conferences, and panels. - Designed and implemented a year-long writing project involving nearly ninety English Learners, six teachers, and eight schools from across the district, culminating in a grant-funded celebration. - Presented multiple department-wide training sessions on various instructional programs, state standards, and advancements in state and national assessments.- Served as School Test Coordinator for online state assessments.- Managed and counseled numerous student teachers and practicum students. - Choreographed, organized, and co-led the production of annual staff videos and the school talent show. - Directed, created, and organized building-wide Volunteer Appreciation Week and other spirit events.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Elementary Education And Teaching

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Psychology