Tobi E.

Tobi E.

Employee Relations & Diversity Intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    School Partnerships Manager at CommonLit

  • Education

    • The Harpeth Hall School

      2004 - 2008
    • Washington University in St. Louis

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Political Science

      Activities and Societies: Residential Advisor, Association of Black Students, Black Senior Alliance, Chi Omega Fraternity, Chimes Junior Honorary, Leadership Through Service, Each One Teach One: Tutoring Program

    • University of North Carolina at Charlotte

      2018 - 2019
      Post-Master's Graduate Certificate - School Administration Educational Leadership and Administration, General
    • University of North Carolina at Charlotte

      2012 - 2014
      Master of Arts (M.A.) Elementary Education and Teaching
  • Experience

    • HCA

      May 2009 - Jul 2009
      Employee Relations & Diversity Intern

      Hospital Corporation of America is one of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services. HCA owns and operates approximately 166 hospitals and approximately 114 outpatient centers in 20 states and England.•Analyzed timesheet information for newly hired employees using Excel•Implemented and coordinated two diversity series events for employees•Facilitated True Colors diversity workshop for 100+ interns

    • Washington University Community Service Office

      May 2010 - May 2011

      The Community Service Office at Washington University aims to provide meaningful opportunities for students to volunteer their time and energy in response to voiced community needs. Each One Teach One is Washington University's signature tutoring initiative.•Led a tutoring program connecting over 250 WU student tutors with students in the St. Louis Public Schools•Planned enrichment events that further tutor understanding of issues in urban education •Created program publicity plan, networked with student groups and implemented program marketing efforts through flyering, digital/visual ads, information sessions and emailing students•Recruited and supported over 250 tutors, organized training sessions, and met regularly with school staff to ensure that program runs smoothly•Conducted program evaluation and future planning Show less

      • Each One Teach One: Jump Start Coordinator

        Jan 2009 - May 2011
      • Administrative Coordinator for the Leadership Through Service Program

        May 2010 - Aug 2010
    • Teach for America

      May 2011 - May 2014

      Teach For America is the national corps of outstanding recent college graduates who commit to teach for at least two years in urban and rural public schools and become lifelong leaders in expanding educational opportunity.•One of 5,800 selected from approximately 48,000 applicants to teach two years in underserved urban communities to close the academic achievement gap.•Planned and taught reading, math and science lessons to 2nd grade students, tracked and analyzed student data, develop assessments•Engaged in a various professional development activities, including instructional planning, classroom management, learning theory, literacy, and diversity training. Show less •Recruited over 200 potential applicants from Washington University and doubled number of Washington University incoming corps members from 24 to 44.•Managed and executed a high-visibility publicity campaign to meet regional recruitment goals in targeted populations and to ensure Teach For America maintains a strong presence on campus•Identifed and reached out to over 1,000 top students on campus as well as represented the Teach For America brand through class presentations, college recruiting events and student group events•Developed partnerships and connections through sponsored support of community and college campus groups and events that aligned with Teach For America's core values and mission Show less

      • Elementary School Teacher

        Jun 2012 - May 2014
      • Campus Campaign Coordinator

        Aug 2010 - May 2012
      • Operations Coordinator - Chicago Institute

        May 2011 - Aug 2011
    • Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

      May 2014 - Jun 2016
      Teacher

      Albemarle Road Elementary (2015-2016): 4th grade teacher• Planned and taught math lessons to 45 students, track and analyze student data, develop assessments• Highest growth out of all 4th grade classes; correct percentage scores from 36% to 60% from district level BOY math assessment to MOY math assessment• Served as Faculty Advisory Committee Chairman of a staff of 200 teachers, support staff and assistantsStatesville Road Elementary (2012-2015): 2nd & 3rd grade teacher• Planned and taught reading, math and science lessons to 50 2nd grade students, tracked and analyzed student data to drive daily instruction, developed assessments and created lessons aligned to Common Core• 95% of students showed 3 or more levels of growth on end-of-year reading assessment in 2013-2014 and met Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Project L.I.F.T. expectations for exceeding growth in math and reading• Worked as staff liaison for 2013-2014 school design team to change school staffing structure, including creating 6 new full-time positions and responsibilities for each position Show less

    • Rocketship Education

      Jun 2016 - Jun 2017
      Teacher

      • Engaged students in a differentiated, balanced literacy curriculum including; reading and writing workshop, shared reading, guiding reading, and vocabulary/word study. • Planned and lead CCSS-aligned, data-driven literacy instruction through Illuminate and Schoolzilla systems for 56 third grade students.• Member of Rising Leaders cohort: Rising Leaders is a selection-based program for teacher leaders looking to gain professional development in personal leadership skills, effective management frameworks, and mindsets that are essential to any future career or leadership role. Teachers build leadership skills, reflect on the strengths and areas for development in their own leadership and foster strong collaborative relationships among across campuses. Show less

    • KIPP North Carolina Public Schools

      Jul 2017 - Jun 2023

      •Conducted classroom observations and support teachers to identify and problem solve ways to address academic performance, challenging student behaviors and classroom management, utilizing real time coaching and notes to provide feedback• Created, planned and execute school wide events, school culture initiatives and field trips• Assisted intervention team in creating and implementing individual behavior support plans for students• Collaborated with school social worker and intervention team to support at-risk and in-crisis students• Communicated with families of students in-crisis on a regular basis, and problem solve the best ways to address and support student needs• Recruited, interviewed and trained all teacher assistants new hires• Planned and facilitate school-wide professional development monthly throughout the school year• Served as coordinator and point person for bus conduct and suspensions Show less • Taught 5th Grade (2017-2018) to 93 students and 2nd Grade (2018-2019) math and guided reading to 55 students• Planned and executed Eureka Math (Engage NY) curriculum to ensure mastery of Common Core State Standards.• Led 5th grade level team meetings as Grade Level Chair aligned with school initiatives and grade level specific routines and procedures.• Created lesson plans and curricula for the entire grade, study and track student data to analyze progress and create plans to implement for student achievement and improvement.• Served on instructional leadership team to collaborate and observe school wide trends in academic and behavioral data, providing input to make decisions school wide when appropriate. Show less

      • Principal in Residence

        Jun 2022 - Jun 2023
      • Assistant Principal

        Jun 2021 - Jun 2023
      • Dean Of Students & Culture

        Jul 2019 - Jun 2021
      • Teacher and Grade Level Chair

        Jul 2017 - Jul 2019
    • CommonLit

      Jun 2023 - now
      School Partnerships Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications