Carlos Melvin Barrow
Griffin,GA
Summary
Experienced educational leader skilled in administration, curriculum development, and student engagement. Demonstrated success in creating a collaborative environment to enhance academic achievement and drive continuous improvement. Proficient in adapting to changing educational requirements and ensuring adherence to high standards. Recognized for leadership, effective communication, and strategic planning, guided by the principle, "No significant learning occurs without a significant relationship" – Dr. James P. Comer.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
04.2012 - Current
- Lead a team of 8+ educators and support personnel to deliver robust middle/high school curriculum.
- Conduct professional development workshops, increasing staff retention 20% and instructional quality.
- Fostered a culture of respect and high expectations through model leadership.
- Raised parental and community involvement by 35% through targeted engagement initiatives.
- Administer standardized assessments and student placement protocols to drive academic progress.
Chaplain
Spalding County Jail
01.2010 - Current
- Organize weekly worship, fellowship, and spiritual development programs for ~50 residents.
- Provide personalized counseling and spiritual care, enhancing emotional support among participants.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out the church's mission.
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Taylor Street Achievement Center
08.2010 - 04.2012
- Developed tailored, hands-on lesson plans for 60+ at-risk students.
- Introduced peer-based learning strategies, boosting academic performance by 15%.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to design student support systems and behavioral interventions.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Trinity University
Davie, FL06.2020
M.S. - Religion
Trinity University
Davie, FL07.2000
B.S. - Social Science
University of Akron
Akron, OH05.1992
Skills
- Facilitating performance review processes
- Team leadership
- Clear and concise communication
- Coaching and guidance
- Proven strategic leadership
- Effective team leadership
Accomplishments
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Department of Juvenile Justice in 2004.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, testing specialists and counselors to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Received commendation from Dr. Janet Ware principal for successfully working with students with behavior problems.
- Set high-level goals for both students and teachers to encourage both parties to strive for personal best and succeeded in implementing long-term strategy with positive results.
Certification
Broad Field Certification, Social Science 6–12
Awards
Teacher of the Year, Juvenile Detention Center, 2004
Affiliations
- Black History Program Chair, 2001–2007
- Founder, Boys to Men Mentoring Program
- Union Steward, United Teachers of Dade – 2000
- Member, National Council for the Social Studies; Dade Co. Council of Teachers of Social Studies
Leadership & Impact Highlights
- Spearheaded curriculum redesign yielding a 15% boost in student scores.
- Introduced positive reinforcement and peer mentoring, reducing behavior incidents 25%.
- Implemented RTI-focused training, enhancing faculty satisfaction 30%.
- Oversaw successful church-led youth outreach, serving 200+ at-risk students.
- Managed organizational growth projects, improving worship space and facilities.
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
04.2012 - Current
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Taylor Street Achievement Center
08.2010 - 04.2012
Chaplain
Spalding County Jail
01.2010 - Current
B.S. - Social Science
University of Akron
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Trinity University
M.S. - Religion
Trinity University
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