KEISA K. DAVIS - MA
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Home: (770) 485 – 3968 • Cell: (732) 492 – 6328 • Email: *********@*****.***
Proven track record of success maximizing the effectiveness of educational programs
through skillful curriculum development. Monitor and evaluate the impact of instructional programs, develops capacity for leadership, and promotes the success of every student.
Proven results directing and coordinating academic and auxiliary activities of district
wide schools by effectively collaborating with team members and administrators.
o Positive Behavioral Intervention 4 years within Supervision/Leadership
o Data Driven Instruction Models 10 years teaching diverse urban commutiy
o Teaching Staff instruction Monitor and Evaluate progress
o Knowledge of Common Core Curriculum Curriculum Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Education Specialist – Atlanta Public Schools, Atlanta, GA • 2009 – present
Responsible for program planning, developing and implementing Department of Special Education policies for PK-12 public schools and GNETS/RESA settings. Develop policies and procedures to ensure school compliance, resources and budget issues; consult with school staff to identify curricular adaptations and alternative classroom activities; advises and consults with District senior leadership, school administrators, staff, and decision makers on individual cases and local policies, procedures, and practices. Promote continuous improvement.
o Builds and sustains relationships with staff and community developing trainings
o Collects and analyzes data and information pertinent to the educational environment
Supervisor – Aaron Fernander • 404-***-****
Instructional Support Specialist–Long Branch School District, Long Branch, NJ • 2008 – 2009
Supervised over 35 teachers and staff members within an Early Childhood Program. Worked closely with principal to ensure smooth and effective running of school. Handled task of
monitoring academic performance of students and provided guidelines and standards.
Prepared and maintained important files and process paperwork meeting daily deadlines.
o Frequently assumed administrator’s duties (discipline, SST meeting, parent
conferences, budgeted and managed finances for schools, etc.)
o Supervised and evaluated the application of effective teaching strategies and
recommended best practices to achieve the desired student learning outcomes.
Supervisor –Michael Salvatore • 732-***-****
Master Teacher Leader – Long Branch School District, Long Branch NJ • 1999 – 2008
Designed lesson plans and provided data driven instruction in early childhood and
elementary school standards and guidelines for Title 1 school. Monitored academic performance and provided additional attention to students in need. Proven coaching and development
skills, including demonstrated ability to manage, support, teach, and lead staff; planned
professional development to staff and parents using both English and Spanish.
o Create motivating learning environment, develop students to advanced potential
o Developed data analysis to increase academic achievement for diverse community.
Supervisor – Carmina Villa • 239-***-****
EDUCATION
Master of Education, Education Leadership • California University of Pennsylvania,
California, Pennsylvania • August, 2008
Bachelors of Science, Elementary Education • Morgan State University
Baltimore, Maryland • May 1999
Associate of Arts, Early Childhood Education • Catonsville Community College,
Catonsville, Maryland • May 1993
AWARDS/ HONORS
o 2008 Teacher of the Year for Long Branch NJ Board of Education
o 2008 New Jersey State Governor’s Teacher Recognition Award
o 2008 American Biographical Institute’s Woman of the Year in Education
o 2008 International Profiles of Accomplished Leaders Lifetime Achievement Award
o 2007 Biltmore’s and Cambridge Who’s Who Among Executive and Professional
Women in Teaching and Education
CERTIFICATIONS
o Georgia Certification • Education Leadership • Principal L- 5 • T-5 Early
Childhood Education (P – 3), Middle Grades (4 -8) • Language Arts and Social
Sciences (4-8) • Certification ID: 798759
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
o Class Keys/ Leadership Keys
o Individual Educational Program Training for Staff
o Autism Spectrum Disorders
o Speech and Language Development
o Positive Behavior Support Strategies
o Data collection/ Program Codes and Weights
REFERENCES –MAY BE CONTACTED
Rebecca Reeves Patti Solomon
President, Reeves & Associates Consulting & Training Family Engagement Specialist, Georgia DOE
2296 Henderson Mill RD • Atlanta Georgia 30345 205 Jesse Hill Jr DR SE • Atlanta Georgia 30334
(770) 414 - 7975 (404) 657 - 7328
Susan McKenzie ` Dr. Carmina Villa
Director, GA Network for Educational & Therapeutic Support Long Branch, NJ, Supervisor/ Principal
601 Beckwith St • Atlanta Georgia 30314 3924 Valentia Way • Naples Florida 34101
(404) 802 - 6070 (239) 254 - 1258
Mr. Michael Salvatore Dr. Lori James
Long Branch, NJ - School District Superintendent Metropolitan West – GLRS
540 Broadway • Long Branch, New Jersey 07740 1870 Teasley Drive • Atlanta Georgia 30080
(732) 571 – 2868 (404) 696 - 7274