Dorotheia A.A. Boyd

Visionary Educational Leader with proven ability to deliver highly productive and efficient outcomes in fast-paced environments. Specialized skills include strategic planning, curriculum development, and staff training. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to drive educational excellence and foster an environment of continuous improvement.

• Teacher, 08/2018, Present, Charleston County School District, Charleston, SC, Stimulate interest in subject content by integrating instructional strategies to engage students within the classroom., Heightened student progression in English (9th and 12th grades) and British Literature (12th grade) by incorporating teaching techniques in alignment with both the Common Core and South Carolina State Standards., Bolstered student outcomes to attain high test scores.
• Assistant Administrator, 08/2017, 08/2018, Charleston County School District, Charleston, SC, Guided school administrative functions spanning state and school wide testing, the Multi-Tiered System of Support (RTI), state reporting, parent conferences, Special Services, data aggregation/disaggregation, and student discipline., Encouraged cross-functional collaboration as a member of the Leadership Team and by coordinating Teacher Curriculum Team Meetings., Built and retained a highly qualified team by aiding with the hiring/dismissal of staff, providing instructional support/resources to teachers, observing/evaluation instruction, and conducting professional development., Safeguarded the school climate and strengthened student outcomes by coordinating the implementation of PBIS and AVID programs/processes.
• Literacy Instructional Coach/Master Reading Teacher, 08/2016, 08/2017, Charleston County School District, Charleston, SC, Balanced multiple duties as a literacy instructional coach, master reading teacher, and MTSS coordinator., Supported skill development in the use of SCCCR Disciplinary Literacy practices in math, science, and social studies., Validated student information and trends by aggregating and disaggregating school data., Elevated reading scores by implementing intervention tactics to aid students (grades 6-8) who scored below the 40th percentile on the MAP. Further strengthened outcomes by aiding with the incorporation of the Read to Succeed Plan., Improved teacher pedagogy by conveying instructional support, resources, and Curriculum Team Meeting leadership.
• Director, 08/2013, 08/2015, Living Faith Interdenominational Inc., Orangeburg, SC, Oversaw multi-site operations encompassing employee supervision, curriculum design, and field experiences., Ensured instructional quality met a broad range of student learning needs., Enhanced student experiences by developing collaborative alliances with area community agencies and colleges.
• English Instructor, 08/2013, 08/2014, Clarendon One County School District, Summerton, SC, Integrated Common Core and South Carolina State Standards when teaching British Literature to 12th grade students., Enhanced classroom instruction with strategies to ensure students would emerge as well-rounded and effective communicators upon graduation., Guided 9th grade students toward a high passage rate on the South Carolina End-of-Course assessment by utilizing standards, project, and performance based education methodology. The resulting outcome was an 86% passage rate.
• Elementary School Principal-Three Vance Providence School of the Arts & Technology, 08/2010, 08/2012, Orangeburg School District, Orangeburg, SC, Steered organizational direction via instructional and administrative leadership, including budget management, master scheduling, data analysis, crisis response team development, and student/staff supervision., Fostered open communications among personnel by conducting weekly grade level, staff, and faculty meetings., Reinforced instructional staff through observations, evaluations, and professional development., Promoted engagement among varied groups by creating an active School Improvement Council to intermingle parents, students, teachers, and community leaders., Advanced educational opportunities (job skills training and GED preparation/testing) for parents by partnering with the South Carolina State University's Gear-Up Program, local businesses, and community organizations., Transformed the school structure into the School of the Arts.
• Assistant Principal of Curriculum-Lake Marion High School & Technology Center, 08/2007, 08/2010, Orangeburg School District, Santee, SC, Facilitated administrative operations and student-focused programming, including budget administration, afterschool/extracurricular activities, data management, curriculum development, school safety, and discipline., Sustained a strong instructional team by assisting the Principal with employee hiring/dismissals, conducting teacher observations/assessments, and coordinating professional development., Optimized the viability for International Baccalaureate and STEM themes at the elementary, middle, and high school level as a member of the Magnet Schools of American Program Grant Committee tasked with plan design and resource acquisition., Designed framework for International Baccalaureate and STEM magnet program coursework in accordance with MSAP Grant guidelines., Bridged the connection with external constituents by creating partnerships with the University of South Carolina, Clemson University, Claflin University, South Carolina State University, NASA, and the South Carolina State Department of Education.
• Teacher, 08/1997, 08/2006, Orangeburg School District Five Technology Center