Kelly L. Donatto M.Ed

“A **-year educator committed to leadership development and the creation of innovative learning environments that are inclusive and accessible”

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New Orleans, LA 70126

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7th /8th Grade Assistant Principal

Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish 10/2023 to Present

Analyzes student instructional data to identify school/teacher/student learning goals

Develops long-range professional development plans, weekly PD meeting records and activities with other members of leadership team and implements activities that support school improvement plan (SIP)

Develops and implements and monitors School Improvement Plan (SIP)/school academic achievement plan

Conducts classroom observations/evaluations and conferences with regular education teachers and special education teachers. Provides high quality professional development and training to regular and special education teachers that are rigorous, intentional, and aligned with academic expectations and core content

Accepts other duties as may be assigned which are related to scope of job. Trained and mentored 20 new personnel hired to fulfill various roles. Created curricula, instructions, documents and written tests for various types of training courses. Created and implemented new training initiatives such as online modules, interactive software, language labs and online programs, assuring continuous training to employees to promote long-term excellence. Advised executives on best practices for employee growth and productivity goals, consistently helping companies achieve improved SPS. Used Clever, Teams to design training for all employees and increase company retention and productivity rates 80%. Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter

Master Teacher/Building Instructional Coach 07/2022 - 09/2023

St John The Baptist Parish – Edgard, LA

Analyze student data, identify student-learning goals and develop a school-wide academic achievement plan to increase Math Assessment Index to 58.3%. Leadership team member over Math Curriculum, School Operations, Math Department Budget and Curriculum Resources. Provide observation, feedback, coaching and mentoring through Cluster team meetings to attain school goal of 67% proficiency on School Performance Scoring System.

KIPP New Orleans (KIPP East Academy), New Orleans, LA- Dean of Instruction of Science and Math (STEM)

07/2021-07/2022

Coordinates the implementation of District approved curriculum in STEM courses. Demonstrates strong leadership facilitation and presentation skills. Analyze data to develop and successfully implement strategic learning solutions using strong organizational skills. Manages multiple projects, develops and facilitates innovative Professional and Continued Learning Programs.

Louisiana Department of Education, Baton Rouge, LA – Accelerate Math Content Developer (Contractor)

March 2021- Present

Development of on-grade-level instruction every day through a high-quality curriculum in the least restrictive environment. Design and Develop curriculum that provides supports for students should supplement instruction and accelerate student progress by preparing students for new learning. Develop curricula to support learning differences, including but not limited to general education, special education, English learners, and intervention teachers, in curriculum development and planning to ensure core instruction on grade-level content.

Algiers Charter School Association, Algiers, LA—TAP Master Teacher, Math Department Head, Tutoring Coordinator

October 2020- June 2021

Analyze student data, identify student-learning goals and develop a school-wide academic achievement plan to increase Math Assessment Index to 58.3%. Leadership team member over Math Curriculum, School Operations, Math Department Budget and Curriculum Resources. Provide observation, feedback, coaching and mentoring through Cluster team meetings to attain school goal of 67% proficiency on School Performance Scoring System.

Jefferson Parish Public School System, Jefferson, LA — Special Education (ABIT and 504 Coordinator)

March 2020- October 2020

Provided instructional and behavior support in a resource, self-contained, and inclusion setting. Monitored special education compliance. Attended all I.E.P. meetings. Met with Special Education teachers weekly and provided guidance in the development of educational plans.

Archdiocese of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA — Assistant Principal.

July 2019 – January 2020

Provided Instructional Leadership for Math, Science and Social Studies. Leadership team member over Math Curriculum, School Operations, Math Department Budget and Curriculum Resources. Created and Facilitated Professional Development. Analyzed data and identified trends and opportunities to inform programming to increase student outcomes with PreK-7 grade. Provided feedback and coaching as well as observation and mentoring through individual and weekly meeting.

Advocates for Innovative School INC, New Orleans, LA — Lower School Interventionist

October 2018- June 2019

Provided instructional and behavior support in a resource, self-contained, and inclusion setting. Analyze data to increase student outcomes and improve academic engagement. Monitored reporting to ensure compliance with special education services. Attended all I.E.P. meetings. Met with Special Education teachers weekly and provided guidance in the development of educational plans.

New Beginnings Foundations, New Orleans, LA— TAP Master Teacher, RTI Coordinator, Math Dept Head

October 2017- October2018

Analyzed student data, identified student-learning goals and develop a school academic achievement plan to increase Math scores to 70% proficiency. Served as lead team member for Math Curriculum, School Operations, Math Department Budget, and Curriculum Resources. Facilitate and provide leadership over Response to Intervention Team. Provide observation, feedback, coaching and mentoring through Cluster team meetings to attain school goal of 70% proficiency on School Performance Scoring System. Attended all S.A.T and I.E.P meeting

Community Leaders Advocating Student Success, New Orleans, LA — Kindergarten Teacher

July2016- October 2017

Kingsley House LLC, New Orleans, LA — Education Supervisor, Assistant Director

July 2015– July 2016

Citizens’ for Community Education, New Orleans, LA — Mentor Teacher, Faculty Liaison

July 2014- July 2015

Recovery School District, New Orleans, LA — Kindergarten Teacher- Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

October 2007 - June 2014

SKILLS

Project Management

Data Analysis

Curriculum Design Instructional Design

Coaching

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Professional Staff Development

Analytical Thinking

Organizational Development

Project Management

Community Service Projects

Customer Service

Microsoft Suite

Canvas

Clever

IReady

IXL

EDUCATION

American College of Education, 2015

Master of Education-

Educational Leadership

Southern University of New Orleans,

Bachelors of Art- 2007

Elementary Education

Emerging Leaders Program

Leadership Training, 2013

Leading Educators Development Cohort

School Improvement- Team Based Learning, 2018

Advance Innovative Education Cohort,

Principalship Training Program, 2018

High Tech High, New School Creation Cohort 2021

Google Project Management Certification (Current)

CERTIFICATIONS

Louisiana Teaching Certifications-

Level 3, PreK-5, Teacher Leader

Goggle Project Management Certification (current)

ORGANIZATIONS

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. Inc®

National Coalition of 100 Black Women

Kappa Delta Pi,

International Honor Society in Education

Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)

Orleans Parish Education Network (O.P.E.N)

Education Policy Fellowship Program

National Board-Certified Teacher Candidate

VOLUNTEER

The Green Project

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