Scharlotte Cassell
Chatham
Summary
Experienced educator and leader with a strong background in resource management, curriculum development, and program coordination. Skilled in fostering a collaborative environment that drives academic achievement and continuous improvement. Recognized for adaptability, reliability, and leadership approach that aligns with instructional goals and changing educational needs. Effective communicator who builds relationships with stakeholders to meet objectives. Self-motivated and eager to continue professional growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gifted Resource Specialist
Pittsylvania County Schools
07.2010 - Current
- Served gifted students in kindergarten through twelfth-grade using various models such as pull-out, push-in, seminars, and individualized support.
- Mentored new gifted resource specialists, fostering their professional growth as educators in the field of gifted education.
- Screened and tested students recommended for the gifted program evaluation.
- Taught a cultures class for the Piedmont Regional Summer Governor’s School.
- Worked collaboratively with classroom teachers to provide enhance learning for all students through STEM classes and co-teaching.
- Planned and facilitated grade-level field trips to extend and enrich student learning.
- Collaboratively planned and facilitated sixth-grade transition camps at Chatham Middle School.
- Managed responsible spending of up to eight schools' gifted allocations while working collaboratively with the same number of bookkeepers.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum units designed to increase depth and rigger of learning that aligned with Virginia's Standards of Learning.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow educators on differentiated instruction, best practices in gifted education, and insights gleaned from ongoing research in the field.
- Participated in ongoing professional growth opportunities related to gifted education.
- Planned and organized Super Saturday enrichment for gifted students and taught classes in the program.
- Established positive relationships with stakeholders, maintaining open communication about student progress and needs.
- Served as a mentor and advocate for gifted students from kindergarten through twelfth-grade, providing guidance on academic goals and opportunities for enrichment outside the classroom.
- Participated in CSIT, IEP, and 504 Plan meetings at all three educational levels.
- Worked collaboratively with the reading specialist to plan and supervise Literacy and STEM Nights at Twin Springs Elementary.
- Developed gifted resource and STEM schedules for multiple schools yearly.
- Supervised elementary, middle, and high school events as part of the Educational Leadership Internship.
Summer School Administrative Intern
Chatham Middle School/Pittsylvania County Schools
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Served as the summer school administrative intern during the 2024 and 2025 sessions.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, ensuring confidentiality was maintained.
- Managed daily operations of the summer school program.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop innovative lesson plans, fostering an engaging learning environment for students.
- Established clear expectations for student behavior while maintaining a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Handled disciplinary referrals with calm, logical approach.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents to enhance parent involvement in their students' academic progress.
- Elevated summer school program effectiveness by implementing a daily schedule maximizing instructional time.
Assistant Director
Piedmont Regional Summer Governor's School/PCS
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Served as the Assistant Director of the Piedmont Regional Summer Governor's School for the past two years.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Assisted with the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new program educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Disaggregated data from student surveys to foster continual program growth and improvement.
- Coordinated class field trips with the transportation department to ensure safe, timely, and smooth student movement.
- Developed class roles, lunch schedules, and spreadsheets to maintain organization and streamline processes.
- Disseminated program information across eight school districts and three private schools.
Third Grade Teacher
Kentuck Elementary School/PCS
07.2000 - 06.2010
- Held several leadership roles including, Lead Science Teacher, Grade Group Chair, and Co-Chair of the school-wide Science Fair.
- Participated as a member of the Leadership Team, Instructional Team, and School Improvement Team.
- Planned lessons according to state standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
Education
Endorsement - Educational Leadership
Longwood University
Farmville, VA08.2024
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction: Gifted Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2022
Endorsement - Gifted Education
Averett University
Danville, VA05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Averett University
Danville, VA05.2004
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Interpersonal Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Professionalism
- Student Advocacy
- Differentiating Instruction
- Schedule Management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Ethical stewardship of funding
- Documentation and recordkeeping
Certification
- Admin and Supervision PreK-12 Endorsement - 2024
- Gifted Education Endorsement - 2010
- Elementary Education PreK-6 - 2004
Timeline
Summer School Administrative Intern
Chatham Middle School/Pittsylvania County Schools
06.2024 - 06.2025
Assistant Director
Piedmont Regional Summer Governor's School/PCS
02.2024 - 06.2025
Gifted Resource Specialist
Pittsylvania County Schools
07.2010 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Kentuck Elementary School/PCS
07.2000 - 06.2010
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction: Gifted Education
Liberty University
Endorsement - Gifted Education
Averett University
Endorsement - Educational Leadership
Longwood University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Averett University
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