Sherri D.

Washington
PORTFOLIO OF PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
S H E R R I D. W A SH I N GT O N
2715 W. 83rd Place| Chicago, Illinois 60652 | 708.845.0549 | sherriwashington1@yahoo.com
Sherri brings an unbridled passion to the pursuit of excellence in her field. Through innovative applications of resources and
integrating technology, she brings the best out of colleagues and students. Her influence extends beyond the classroom, reaching
out to parental and extended support avenues. She is talented, committed, creative and an asset to her profession.
Comments of administration, colleagues, students and parents
A D I S T I N G U I S H E D A C A D E M I C I A N committed to the advancement of literacy, reading comprehension, diverse
learners and ELL students. As a leader in her field, she consistently demonstrates her acumen as a dedicated
educator, pressure resilient leader, ingenious program developer, proficient administrative support, crisis manager,
incisive training author, results-oriented tactician, and focused strategic planner.

~ E DU CAT IO N ~
NATIONAL LOUIS UNIVERSITY, Chicago, Illinois
MS, Educational Leadership 2012
QUINCY UNIVERSITY, Quincy, ILLINOIS
MS, Special Education 2010
NATIONAL LOUIS UNIVERSITY, Chicago, Illinois
BS, Business Information Systems & Management 2008

~ C E R T I F I C AT I O N S ~
Type 75, Type 10, Type 03

~ C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N & C O N F E R E N C E S ~
Teacher Evaluator Growth (Module 1-5) Reach
Teacher Evaluator Non-Growth (Module 1-4) Reach
Teacher Evaluator Observation (Module 1-3) Reach
Guided & Close Reading Chicago Public School
Differentiated Instruction Chicago Public School
Data Analysis Chicago Public School
Assessments in Implications For Instruction Chicago Public School
Certified International Baccalaureate Teacher IB Training Center
No Child Left Behind Conference Chicago, Illinois
National Reading First Conference Chicago, Illinois
Grant Writing Chicago, Illinois
Implementing Common Core Chicago, Illinois
NWEA & Data Assessment Chicago, Illinois
~ M E M B E R S H I P S & A F F I L I AT I O N S ~
National Association of Elementary School Principals Member
American Federation Teachers Member
Illinois Principal Association Aspiring Member
Association For Supervision and Curriculum Development Member
Board of Scholastic Achievement Board Member

S H E R R I D. W A S H I N G T O N
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~ P R OF E S S I O N A L E MP L O Y M E N T H IS T O RY ~

CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS , Chicago, Illinois Case Manager Oct 2016, Present
Harold Washington Elementary School

Attained a completion rate of 100% on time for IEP Compliance a caseload of 75 students.
Coordinate all referrals for a full and individual evaluation (including those for non-attending students), to
ensure that all required components are addressed and that the process is completed within 60 school days.
Ensure all parental notices and consents for full and individual evaluations and placements are processed and
that they are placed in student files.
Developed collaboration with general education teachers to ensure that all of the student's needs in the
Individual Education Plan are addressed in the General Education Classroom.
Convener and Chair IEP conferences (including initial, special and re-evaluation eligibility determination
meetings and annual reviews) and acting as the district representative.
Consulting with the OSES administrator regarding students who require low-incidence services or regarding
problems that develop in the implementation of procedures.
Arrange accommodations for parents as necessary (e.g., Interpreter or translator)
Attend all Case Managers meeting to stay abreast of Network 12 expectations and I continue to develop and
grow professionally as a case manager and a leader in the building while staying professional.
Co-lead instructional leadership team meetings with the principal, with an intensive focus on improving quality
instruction in the classroom in order to gain leverage on student growth and attainment.
Conducted classroom walk-throughs in the morning, engage in mini-observations with grade level teachers (at
least once a month), perform formal observations and provide quick and quality feedback.
Coach teachers in implementing strategies that improve student achievement school-wide.
Collaborated with grade level teams to analyze NWEA Results, Common Core Assessments, Exit Slips and other
forms of formative assessments that guide teachers in the creation of instructional action plans that increase
data based on the results.
Assisted teachers in implementing academic intervention strategies and data goals to improve instruction bi-
weekly.
Coached staff by modeling best practices (i.e. classroom management, instruction, signature strategies, etc.)
Partnered with the principal to ensure the school goals are being met in all classrooms.

CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, LAS VEGAS, NV INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER

OCT, 2015- AUG 2016

Partnered with general education teacher to create a curriculum the focus on students K-5 while integrating the
IEP goals.
Partnering with co-teachers on best practices and creating a warm and welcoming environment for all students.
Encourage all students to engage, discover, and problem-solve while modeling best practices to teachers.

CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Chicago, Illinois Administrative Support 2013 OCT, 2015
Bouchet International School
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Formally evaluated staff using the Danielson Tool as a coaching tool to provide support to teachers that will
improve their instructional practice.
Assigned and monitored substitutes, paraprofessionals, security and volunteers daily.
Co-lead instructional leadership team meetings with the principal, with an intensive focus on improving
quality instruction in the classroom in order to gain leverage on student growth and attainment.
Conducted weekly classroom walk-throughs in the morning, engage in mini-observations with grade level
teachers (at least once a month), perform formal observations and provide quick and quality feedback.
Co-lead the implementation strategies for improving student achievement with all members of the grade
level teams.
Met with and ran all weekly grade level team meetings, data meetings and action planning meetings.
Collaborated with grade level teams to analyze NWEA Results, Common Core Assessments, IB Assessments,
Exit Slips and other forms of formative assessments that guide teachers in the creation of instructional action
plans that increase data based on the results.
Assisted teachers in implementing academic intervention strategies and data goals to improve instruction bi-
weekly.
Collaborated with teachers using the Danielson coaching model, monthly Deep Dives to assist them in
student-centered classrooms, creating rigorous lessons that meet the needs of all students, and delivering
instruction that engages all students with accommodations and modifications.
Assisted teachers in developing professional growth plans that project S.M.A.R.T. goals for all students
during one-on-one meetings with principal
Coached staff by modeling best practices (i.e. classroom management, instruction, signature strategies, etc.)
Partnered with the principal to ensure the school goals are being met in all classrooms.
Trained the entire staff on CHAMPS (Positive Proactive Approach to Positive Behavior) model.

Professional Development

Organized opportunities for teachers to develop and participate in a professional learning community at both
the school level and within the school district.
Co-planned and co-led professional development with the principals, IB Coordinators, and grade level
chairperson(s).

Support Staf

Oversaw Paraprofessional, Lunch Aides, and volunteer workers daily.

Developed ESP schedules, conducted orientation meetings, reviewed the roles and responsibilities of the ESP
staff yearly.
Provided one-on-one support to all staff meetings for Professional Development and Training.

School Calendar

Assisted principal with creation of the master scheduled restructured days, professional development days,
and Diverse Learners IEP meetings.
Coordinated academic instructional schedule for the school year.
Created, Updated and Distributed monthly newsletters to the students home.
Created, monitored and distributed NWEA testing schedule 3 times within a school calendar year.
MAP/NWEA Testing Coordinator responsible for all components related to the NWEA (i.e. accessing reports,
analysis of data, management of testing, etc.) for the entire school.
Assisted the counselor with developing IEP Schedule, IEPs and monthly staff meeting with Special
 Education Department.

General School Operations and Planning

Supported the Dean with major discipline issues (i.e. parent conferences that required an administrator to be
present, in-school suspension, misconducts, etc.) to ensure that MTSS is productive.
Input Discipline Reports in Verify System, Follow-up with Teachers with resolution about the discipline
problem.
Oversee several school committees (i.e. 8th grade graduation committee, science fair committee, family
literacy night, math and science night, attendance committee, attendance and positive behavior incentive
committee)
Oversee all after-school programs (i.e. SES of IL, extra-curricular activities, Girls in the Game, Basketball etc.)

Community Engagement

Developed partnerships with local community groups (i.e. Princeton Vision Center, Universal Dental, WIC,
University of Chicago (Mobile Medical), LIHEAP, South Shore Methodist Church, and etc.)

Teacher Recruitment and Hiring

Assist with interviews, review resumes, check references and observe and score applicants demo lesson.

Additional Tasks

Attendance Coordinator who monitors the attendance for students and staff daily. Implemented an
attendance program that increased attendance by 1.5%
Implemented a Positive Behavior Incentive program that decreased behavior referrals by 2.5 over the year
Plan and co-lead summer professional development for staff
Build professional capacity amongst Educational Support Personnel and Teachers
Develop teacher leadership within the school by providing teachers with various opportunities to assume
leadership roles.
Assist with the implementation of Multi-Tier System Support, amongst all staff. Provide on-going
Professional Developments to provide support to teachers and staff with the new process.
Implemented and Train all Teachers and Staff on CHAMPS (A Positive and Proactive Approach to Positive
Behavior). Observed and scored teachers on their implementation of CHAMPS and provided feedback
and/or plan to improve their practice.
Train staff on Implementing Technology into their lessons daily, Promethean Board, Grade book, Google,
and all of Microsoft Office software.

Bouchet International School (2010-2013) Resource Teacher/Case Manager

Responsible for assisting all teachers with accommodations/modifications for all learners, assisting principal with
analyzing classroom and school level data, guiding teacher performance, conducting in class co-teaching, modeling,
demonstrations, implementing supportive current research, facilitating grade level meetings with specified outcomes
for improvement and follow up, and acting as a classroom diverse classroom teacher that provides support for all
students daily.
Coached and mentored teachers in developing effective strategies to improve instruction
Documented classroom support
Designed and delivered professional development
Provided Tier II & III support to 60 students in the General Education Classroom
Monitored student progress through the use of monthly assessment models
Lead IEP meetings for 50 students throughout the year; Serve as a liaison between parents and students
with special needs; Assist with maintenance and organization of all special education documents in a
timely manner; create and distribute special education meeting and coverage calendar; Attended IEP
meetings and IEP workshops.
Utilized curriculum resources both on-line and supplemental text, hands-on activities to engage all
learners.

Bouchet International School (2009-2010) Cross Categorical Inclusion Teacher

Taught Special Education (4th-6th various disabilities), and all core subjects at the 5th grade level, implemented
curriculum and developed lesson plans.
Upheld excellent classroom management skills with the ability to keep students on task.
Differentiated instruction according to students needs and data from MAP, CIM, ISAT and Benchmark Data.
Used a wide variety of strategies including cooperative learning, technology integration, with an
emphasis on goal-setting and student responsibility.
Record student attendance, performance and IEP benchmarks on a daily basis.
Utilized CIM to record Attendance and Grade book to record grades on a weekly basis.
Created and updated IEPs and IEP progress reports in IMPACT in a timely manner.
Collaborated with grade level teachers to create rigorous and engaging lessons that expose diverse learners to the
curriculum.
Fifth Grade Chairperson, Afterschool Coordinator, Media Specialist and Girls Basketball Coach.
Founded and Coordinated Beautiful Diamonds Program (4th thru 8th grade students)
Facilitated Before and After School Tutoring Program
Created and established Peer Reading Buddies Program for 3rd & 7th grade students

Other Positions Held:

Computer Programmer
Project Manager
Database Analyst
Executive Assistant for CEO of fortune 500 company
GED Instructor

References:
Mrs. S. Higginbottom
Principal
Bouchet International School
7355 S. Jefrey
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-0501

Dr. David Young

Assistant Principal
Bouchet International School
7355 S. Jefrey
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-0501

Mrs. Sherri Walker (Current Supervisor)

Principal
Harold Washington Elementary School
9301 S. University
Chicago, IL 60601
773-535-6225