SCHWON WYCHE
Atlanta
Summary
Resourceful and innovative Instructional Support Specialist with over 10 years of experience in e-learning and curriculum development for wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MTSS/Instructional Support Specialist
Chamblee Middle School
07.2016 - Current
- Promoted district instructional priorities by providing support and demonstration of the following skills: training, modeling, coaching and instructional guidance necessary for the operation of the instructional program
- Conducted informal classroom observations and provided feedback to teachers
- Facilitated professional learning communities through modeling and professional development
- Monitored students’ progress and arranged for academic interventions based on formative and summative assessments
- Conducted analysis of formative and summative assessment data and recommended modification to instruction
- Performed other duties as assigned by the Principal.
- Organized professional development workshops for faculty members to continuously improve instructional techniques.
- Conducted regular classroom observations and provided constructive feedback to educators for performance improvement.
- Enhanced student comprehension by developing and implementing effective instructional support strategies.
- Assisted teachers in creating engaging lesson plans, resulting in improved student motivation and participation.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for instructional support within the classrooms.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress while adhering to confidentiality guidelines established by the school district.
- Trained faculty members on integrating technology into lessons effectively, promoting digital literacy among students.
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices to address individual student needs, leading to increased academic growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to instructional support roles.
ELA Lead Teacher
Chamblee Middle School
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Used data and technology to effectively implement student centered and differentiated strategies to promote student achievement
- Analyzed system, school and student data to determine trends to ensure the most effective strategies for meeting and exceeding student achievement goals
- Monitored students’ progress and arranged for academic interventions based on formative and summative assessments
- Consistently and remarkably interacted with parents, students, stakeholders to ensure student achievement
- Promoted district instructional priorities by providing support and demonstration of the following skills: training, modeling, coaching and instructional guidance necessary for the operation of the instructional program
- Facilitated professional learning communities through modeling and professional development
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
ELA Lead Teacher
Kennedy Road Middle School
06.2009 - 07.2015
- Worked with culturally and socioeconomically diverse, various ability-level group of sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students using the common core standards
- Attended parent conferences, faculty and team meetings, IEP meetings, and county-wide professional development days
- Actively participated in activities which included: assessing student progress, assigning grades, taking attendance, lunch/recess duty, keeping parents/guardians informed through newsletters, daily or weekly progress reports/behavior charts, phone calls and emails
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers and professionals to create effective lessons that met the learning needs and abilities of all students
- Used data and technology to provide individualized and differentiated instruction to all students
- Developed and implemented engaging, effective lessons for special and regular education students
- In-depth ability to monitor/assess, remediate student performance
- Remarkable ability to interact and communicate effectively children, parents, and community stakeholders
- Effectively communicated with parents learning goals for our students and strategies to help them succeed at home
- Assist with reviewing classroom lesson plans and provide lesson plan feedback to teachers
- Performed other duties as assigned by the Principal.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Argosy University
Atlanta, GA01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA01.2006
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Blended Learning
- Excellent Communication
- Flexible
- Highly efficient at managing multiple responsibilities
- Training facilitation
- Interactive Learning
- Motivational Skills
- Excellent Customer Service skills
- Student Engagement
Certification
- Georgia State Professional Certificate
- English 4-8
- Middle Grades Social Studies 4-8
- Gifted Endorsed
- Teacher Support and Coaching Specialist (TSC)
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Writer- Collaborated with selected colleagues throughout the county to design a year-round curriculum map, unit plans, benchmarks, and pacing guide based on a standard-based curriculum.
- Liberty Bell Award
- PBIS (positive behavior intervention and supports) committee School Improvement Team
- Outstanding rating on TKES (Teacher Keys Evaluation System)
- ESPOTY 2 of the Year
Timeline
MTSS/Instructional Support Specialist
Chamblee Middle School
07.2016 - Current
ELA Lead Teacher
Chamblee Middle School
07.2015 - 07.2016
ELA Lead Teacher
Kennedy Road Middle School
06.2009 - 07.2015
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Argosy University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Georgia State University
- Georgia State Professional Certificate
- English 4-8
- Middle Grades Social Studies 4-8
- Gifted Endorsed
- Teacher Support and Coaching Specialist (TSC)
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