Dr. Sharon Derks Walker, Ed.D.

Dr. Sharon Derks Walker, Ed.D.

Adjunct Mathematics Instructor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Passionate Educator - Innovation, Diverse populations, Social Emotional Learning, Trauma-informed practices, Personalized Learning, Mindfulness, Overall Well being

  • Education

    • The University of Kansas

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      Master of Science in Education Curriculum and Instruction
    • The University of Kansas

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      Master’s Degree Curriculum and Instruction
    • Baker University

      2015 - 2017
      Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) District Leadership
    • The University of Kansas

      1983 - 1987
      Bachelor’s Degree Secondary Education and Teaching
  • Experience

    • Johnson County Community College

      Aug 1992 - May 1998
      Adjunct Mathematics Instructor
    • University of Kansas, School of Education

      Jan 1995 - May 2010
      Supervisor Pre-Service Teachers, Secondary Mathematics
    • Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools

      Jul 2010 - May 2017
      Instructional Coach
    • Shawnee Mission School District

      Jan 2017 - Jan 2023
      Instructional Coach
    • Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools

      Jul 2018 - now

      Served as Assistant Principal for two different Principals. Oversaw MTSS, PBIS, Behavior Health Team, Trauma Sensitive and Resilient Schools- restorative practice implementation, SIT: academic and behavioral interventions, Special Education, English Language Learners, and Staff Wellness. Positive student interactions, supervision, accountability, family partnership, and following the Student Code of Conduct were central to my role. I supported teachers through positive relationships, PLC work, classroom walk-throughs, coaching, and evaluation. At the district level, I served on the KESA Social-Emotional team and OVT Champion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion - co-chair of the mental and physical ability team, and let new teacher (years 1 and 2) wellness classes. Show less

      • School Principal

        Jul 2021 - now
      • Assistant Principal

        Jul 2018 - Jun 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Building Leadership, Pre-K - 12

      KSDE - KS Department of Education
    • ESOL K-12

      KSDE - KS Department of Education
    • Secondary Mathematics

      KSDE - KS Department of Education
    • Secondary Social Studies

      KSDE - KS Department of Education
    • Teacher Leader K-12

      KSDE - KS Department of Education