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English Department Chair for 2023-2024 school year
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Keonna Coleman

Richmond

Summary

Personable and dedicated professional with deep appreciation for literature and language arts. Possesses solid foundation in educational principles and classroom management techniques, along with strong communication and lesson planning skills. Committed to fostering supportive and engaging learning environment that promotes student growth and academic success.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School English Teacher

Richmond Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Designed and implemented engaging, standards-aligned lessons in literature, writing, grammar, and vocabulary to support diverse learners.
  • Utilized formative and summative assessments to drive instruction and measure student progress toward mastery of English Language Arts (ELA) objectives.
  • Differentiated instruction for students with varied academic levels, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs or 504 plans.
  • Fostered a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encouraged critical thinking, respectful discourse, and a love of reading and writing.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular units, align with state standards (e.g., Common Core, Missouri Learning Standards), and support school-wide literacy initiatives.
  • Communicated regularly with parents and guardians to support student achievement and address concerns in a timely manner.
  • Integrated technology tools such as Google Classroom, Nearpod, and Newsela to enhance instruction and student engagement.

Middle School English Teacher

Petersburg City Public Schools
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Designed and implemented engaging, standards-aligned lessons in literature, writing, grammar, and vocabulary to support diverse learners.
  • Utilized formative and summative assessments to drive instruction and measure student progress toward mastery of English Language Arts (ELA) objectives.
  • Differentiated instruction for students with varied academic levels, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs or 504 plans.
  • Fostered a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encouraged critical thinking, respectful discourse, and a love of reading and writing.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular units, align with state standards (e.g., SOL's, and support school-wide literacy initiatives.
  • Communicated regularly with parents and guardians to support student achievement and address concerns in a timely manner.
  • Integrated technology tools such as Google Classroom, Nearpod, and Turnitin to enhance instruction and student engagement.

Education

Master of Arts - English Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2026

Master of Arts - Mass Communication

Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA
12-2006

Skills

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Organizational growth
  • Team collaboration
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Collaborative learning
  • Vocabulary building
  • Literary analysis
  • Technology integration
  • Project-based learning
  • Literacy skills
  • Writing instruction
  • Individualized instruction
  • Critical thinking
  • Active listening
  • Adapting to different learning styles
  • Student engagement

English Department Chair for 2023-2024 school year

As the English Department Chair, my role involved providing instructional leadership, fostering professional growth among team members, and ensuring alignment of curriculum with state standards and school-wide goals. I collaborated with administrators and faculty to design and implement effective English Language Arts programs that promote high academic achievement, critical thinking, and literacy development. Responsibilities included mentoring teachers, leading department meetings, analyzing assessment data to inform instruction, and overseeing curriculum development and resource selection. I also serves as a liaison between the English department and school leadership, advocating for departmental needs, facilitating professional development opportunities, and promoting a cohesive vision for teaching and learning across grade levels.

Timeline

Middle School English Teacher

Richmond Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

Middle School English Teacher

Petersburg City Public Schools
07.2022 - 06.2023

Master of Arts - English Education

Liberty University

Master of Arts - Mass Communication

Virginia State University
Keonna Coleman