Project Management Summer School
Resume:
Andrea Toms
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EDUCATION
Masters in English Literature - University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Bachelor of Arts degree in English (Renaissance Literature) with a Spanish Emphasis
Masters in Educational Leadership
Masters in Business Administration (In progress)
Principal and curriculum development licensure. (May 2025) ELA License (4th-12th grade)
Project Management Certification
Certificate(s): Emerging Leaders Program- City Forward Collective (Milwaukee) CFUT Leadership Program Summer 2024, Summer School Principal at Lutheran Pilgrim Project Management Certification
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Present: History Teacher Eastbrook Academy
History Teacher at Eastbrook Academy is responsible for delivering engaging and comprehensive history instruction to students in grades 8th grade U.S. Hisotry, 10th grade Government, and 11th grade A.P. US History. By fostering a learning environment that encourages critical thinking, inquiry, and a deep understanding of historical events and their implications. A commitment to academic excellence, a passion for history, and the ability to inspire students.This includes designing engaging lesson plans that accommodate different learning styles and abilities.Integrateion of primary and secondary sources, technology, and other resources to enhance learning experiences and assess student progress through various methods, including quizzes, tests, essays, and projects. Additionally, create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters mutual respect and a love of learning. Implement effective classroom management strategies to maintain a productive learning atmosphere, encourage student participation and critical thinking through discussions, debates, and collaborative activities, and provide additional support and resources to students as needed to ensure their academic success.
June 2024-July 2024: Summer School Prinicpal CFUT
Acting summer school principal at Lutheran Pilgrim in Milwaukee, overseeing and managing the summer school program through the Center for Urban Training. Responsibilities included conducting classroom observations to ensure effective teaching practices and providing constructive feedback to educators. Coordinating logistical aspects of the program, such as ordering lunch and breakfast through MCFI, ensuring students have access to nutritious meals. Additionally, review lesson plans to ensure they meet educational standards and address the diverse needs of students. Facilitation of professional development opportunities for teachers, focusing on enhancing instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. A significant part of the role involved supporting the development and maintenance of a positive classroom culture and addressing behavior issues, promoting a safe and conducive learning environment for all students. 4
October 2021-January 2024, 10th grade Teacher at Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy 10th-grade English Teacher at Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy. Responsible for creating lesson plans through the DBQ Literature series that align with CCRS and ACT standards in addition to incorporating SPED modifications to assist students with IEPs.Continuance of building strong relationships with students and families, and readjusting students to Post- pandemic classroom in-person standards. Teaching students to develop critical analysis skills, and how to engage with the unfamiliar or complex subject matter. Creation of quizzes, tests, and final exams to measure student comprehension of the material being taught. March 2021- October 2021:
9th and 10th-grade English/History Teacher, at Milwaukee Excellence Charter School, and 11th- grade Financial Literacy. Responsible for creating weekly lesson plans that align with ACT Aspire preparation, writing, and researching various topics. Teaching students to develop critical analysis skills, and how to engage with the unfamiliar or complex subject matter. Creation of quizzes, tests, and final exams to measure student comprehension of the material being taught. Creating a diverse rigorous classroom setting by demonstrating the qualities of diplomacy, empathy, compassion, and poise that are necessary to ensure success as a classroom leader. Building strong relationships of students and their families, timely completion of tasks and prioritization, along with weekly 1-on-1 meetings to discuss classroom successes and areas of Growth.
2020- Strategic Marketing Specialist
Responsible for the promotion and maintenance of the non-profit Fit Oshkosh Inc, Color Brave Lending Library. Created and launched our fundraising initiative to increase monetary donations. Over the course of 3 months, I increased social media engagement by 90% in the first quarter. Increased collaboration with educational institutions through the Oshkosh Area School District. Coordinated events to be hosted including our Unsung Hero Event and Financial Literacy Night. Implemented Color Brave Live Reads to increase community engagement and Hosted Racial Literacy Live Chats via social media to inform the public of new arrivals and current news regarding the Library.
2018-2019 Account Executive- Oshkosh Herald
Responsible for cold calling an increasing number of advertisers to expand readership and distribution and creating ad layout and design for a weekly publication. Included the creation of ads to maximize clients’ marketing strategy and engagement. Converted prospective and current clients to long-term relationships.
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