S. Lynn McAfee, M.Ed.

Experience

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  Pasadena Independent School District

  Jul 2004 - Jul 2006

  Mathematics Teacher
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  Fort Bend ISD

  Jul 2006 - Jul 2013

  6th/7th Grade Math Educator
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  Houston ISD

  Aug 2015 - Jul 2017

  Mathematics Teacher

  •Delivered daily lesson plans in Math instruction for 150 students while creating a positive learning environment with clear student objectives.•Provided math instruction to 150 students, leveraging differentiated and targeted methods to drive high levels of learning, performance, and engagement. •Developed lessons, goals, and benchmarks; deployed an innovative, technology-driven approach, focused on rigorous, student-centered learning experiences. Select Achievements•Increased standardized testing scores by 35% within high-risk classroom environment. •Reduced disciplinary actions by 50% through development and implementation of professional development workshops. •Contributed to the achievement of $1.6M in revenue through attendance and academic incentive programs. •Implemented Response to Intervention (RTI) programming, providing framework for instruction enhancement to improve student outcomes. Show less

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  Phoenix School At Southwest Schools

  Aug 2017 - Aug 2019

  Campus Instructional Leader

  •Observed classroom setting, evaluated student understanding/achievement, and provided feedback and coaching to # instructors on # campus, while ensuring correct implementation of research-based programs.•Developed learning opportunities between synchronous and asynchronous instruction; coached and supported instructors through blending live learning and learning with technology.Select Achievements•Increased standardized math test scores by 50%+ in two years with 90% of students passing STAAR by coaching instructors through curriculum best practices.•Increased learning effectiveness by more 40%+ in one semester through constructive instructor feedback and one-on-one coaching. Show less

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  Southwest Public Schools

  Aug 2019 - Jan 2021

  District Instructional Leader

  •Promoted to provide leadership and coaching to 100+ teachers after being recognized for providing exceptional virtual and classroom learning experiences across seven schools.•Conducted instructor observations and evaluated pedagogical and math practices to ensure successful delivery of curriculum and assure student understanding.•Developed and executed weekly and monthly professional development trainings based on student data; provided learning strategies and techniques to improve instruction and student achievement.Select Achievements•Provided guidance to instructors transitioning to virtual learning during pandemic school closures; ensured positive rapport between instructors and students using technology to learn, connect, and communicate.•Increased online classroom engagement after modeling use of breakout rooms, interactive whiteboard, and chat features and other platforms to promote blended learning such as Imagine Math, IXL, Lexia, and Legends of Learning.•Leveraged Whetstone to host video coaching, provide data analysis, and model pedagogical practices. Show less

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  The Bridge School

  Aug 2019 - now

  Online Instructor

  •Deliver and facilitate online instruction for 2-7 students, designing/executing instruction that demonstrates proven techniques in understanding Algebra I. •Monitor/assess progress; identify learning skill gaps and realign instruction as needed.•Drive student success through regular check-ins and weekly discussions to ensure benchmark progress. •Utilize technical mindset to design interactive assignments; navigate learning and meeting platforms, including Zoom, Nearpod, Loom and Microsoft Teams. Show less

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  KIPP Texas Public Schools

  Jan 2021 - Jul 2022

  Math Achievement Specialist

  •Lead and coach 55 instructional leadership professionals and stakeholders within Houston region in alignment with KIPP assessment and achievement priorities across 35 schools.•Collect student artifacts to assist in understanding root cause of student misconception; analyze data and create a point of view in order to determine how teacher/leader must pivot instruction weekly to meet clear objectives set by stakeholders.•Facilitate improvements in student achievement by identifying learning gaps and necessary changes in curriculum and instruction after observing classrooms, instructors, and coaches; listen to instructor/coach perspective to gain insight into instructional mindset.•Leverage school and regional data to identify and recommend ways KIPP can achieve vision and goals. •Provide bi-weekly updates on current data and make recommendations for leaders and teachers to improve and accelerate student achievement through best practices in order to improve student metrics/results.Select Achievements•Oversaw and planned EdTech project for onboarding new KIPP Achievement Specialists; created dashboard including training videos, resource library, and pertinent information for job success.•Created arch of learning school improvement plan which included live and recorded professional development sessions, instructional outline, learning benchmarks, and annual goals for teachers and leaders.•Created interactive tool to assist teachers in finding TEKS taught pathways in Imagine Math as well as other helpful links to assist in reteaching plans and resources. Show less

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  IDEA Public Schools

  Jul 2022 - now

  Curriculum Manager