Curriculum Leader & Instructional Coach

AVERY COOPER

*************@*****.*** • 678-***-**** • Stone Mountain, GA, USA

SUMMARY

Seasoned Curriculum Specialist and Instructional Leader with expertise in designing standards-aligned curricula and facilitating professional development. Proven track record in data analysis, project management, and instructional leadership to drive measurable student achievement. Eager to leverage extensive experience in curriculum design and instructional coaching to support and enhance educational programs.

EXPERIENCE

Gwinnett County Public Schools, Curriculum Lead & Instructional Specialist (4th Grade) Aug 2018 - Present

Program Development: Designed and implemented comprehensive, standards-aligned curricula and assessment tools to promote measurable growth and mastery across diverse learner populations. Instructional Leadership: Served as ELA Grade Chair (2023-Present), facilitating collaborative planning sessions and acting as a liaison between executive leadership and staff to ensure instructional alignment. Project Management (Gwinnett Writes): Led the development of regional writing assessments as the Team Lead, analyzing performance trends to inform organizational strategy and instruction. Professional Development: Mentored new staff by modeling effective instructional strategies and curriculum planning, directly contributing to professional growth and team cohesion. Stakeholder Engagement: Built and maintained strategic partnerships with community stakeholders through education initiatives and progress reporting.

Data-Driven Quality Improvement: Facilitated Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to analyze data, reflect on organizational practices, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Inclusive Design: Collaborated with specialized departments (ESOL/Special Education) to ensure accessibility and implement specialized support for diverse learning needs.

Express Scripts, Subject Matter Expert

Oct 2012 - Sep 2017

Developed comprehensive training programs to ensure effective knowledge transfer and successful product adoption. Mentored junior team members in best practices, industry standards and technical skills. Provided subject matter expertise to support development of new products, services and processes. Analyzed and evaluated products and related performance. Strategized with personnel to improve current processes by developing work instructions, standard operating procedures and standardized forms.

Evaluated development projects and assisted in tailoring development process to meet project needs. Resolved escalated customer issues in timely manner while maintaining positive relationships. EDUCATION

Grand Canyon University

Master of Science • Curriculum & Instruction (Reading focus) Valdosta State University

Bachelor of Science • Early Childhood Education

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

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Georgia Professional Educator Certificate - Early Childhood Education (P-5) ESOL Certified

Orton-Gillingham Trained

Merit Multilingual Learner Instructional Conversation Foundational Institute through University of Georgia University of Georgia •

SKILLS

Curriculum & Instructional Design • Data Analysis & Assessment • Leadership & Project Management • Instructional Technology • Training & Development • Instructional leadership • Curriculum alignment • Instructional coaching • Rubric development • Adaptive learning

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