Regina J. Brown
Educational Leader
Mullins,SC
Summary
Experienced educational leader with expertise in organizational management, instructional coaching, curriculum development, data analysis, and improving school outcomes. Proven track record of achieving objectives and managing complex assignments. Builds positive relationships, creates effective leadership teams, and promotes high standards, accountability, and excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Title-I Facilitator/Curriculum Specialist
Dillon High School
Dillon, SC
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed budgets for Titles I-V programs, by allocating funds for staff, supplies, and instructional resources according to federal and state guidelines
- Implemented programs for Title-I to include designing and facilitating professional development for staff and contracting extended services for instruction.
- Led the development and monitoring of school and state level strategic plans (Title-I, Title-IV, and Continuous Improvement) to align with long-term goals.
- Provided oversight and progress monitored the instructional process to include implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Developed training materials and facilitated professional development to enhance staff proficiency and productivity for improved performance.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Assisted in meeting accountability measures by generating reports to detail findings while providing recommendations to improve instructional and/or operational procedures.
Principal-Palmetto Middle School
Marion County School District
07.2019 - 06.2023
- Served as chief instructional leader of school, providing oversight of all instructional and operational programs and procedures
- Observed and evaluated faculty and staff (implement improvement/support plans)
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
- Managed personnel policies and procedures for authorized, professional staff
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, external agencies, and the local community for outreach efforts supporting both student learning and school reputation
Assistant Principal-Mullins High School
Marion County School District
Mullins, South Carolina
07.2013 - 06.2019
- Served as Local Education Authority and acted on behalf of the principal when needed.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Led professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and outcomes.
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses and alumni to provide internship and scholarship opportunities for students.
- Facilitated collaboration between parents, teachers, and students to address academic and behavioral issues.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
Curriculum Resource Teacher-Palmetto Middle School
Marion School District Two (Marion County Schools)
Mullins, SC
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Provided instructional coaching and support to teachers in all content areas; collaborated with consultants to develop school-based action plans
- Collaborated with administrators on issues to support the needs of students
- Served as school test coordinator for formative assessments
- Served as a mentor and resource for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Contributed to school-wide improvement initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum design, parent engagement, and teacher training programs.
- Worked closely with administrators, teachers, and parents/guardians to support students' overall needs.
Science Teacher-Palmetto Middle School
Marion School District Two (Marion County Schools)
Mullins, SC
08.2004 - 06.2008
- Maintained classroom environments conducive to learning
- Prepared, implemented, and administered standards-based lessons and assessments to evaluate student progress
- Coordinated school-wide community STEM events and activities
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
Secondary Science Teacher (IBO World) -Wilson High School
Florence School District One
Florence, Oregon
08.2000 - 06.2004
- Maintained classroom environments conducive to learning according South Carolina and International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) Standards
- Served as Co-Advisor for STEM Club and Student Independent Projects (IBO World)
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in high school national science competitions.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into lessons to create an inclusive learning environment representative of all learners
- Established positive relationships with parents/guardians through regular communication, promoting collaboration in support of student success.
- Utilized formative assessment data to inform instructional decisions that led to improved student outcomes.
Education
Ed.D. - Teacher Leaders K-12 Studies
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN 05.2016 - 03.2021
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC 05.2006 - 05.2008
Master of Arts - Education
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA 05.2002 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Morris College
Sumter, SC 08.1993 - 05.1997
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Strategic planning
- Instructional coaching and mentoring
- Proficient in data analysis
- Enhancing school/system operations
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
Cognia Diagnostic Team
Accomplishments
- Proposals accepted to present at Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Coaching for Change Conference (2025) and the Making Schools Work Summer Conference (2025)
- Featured in the October 2023 Edition of the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Newsletter for leading Promising Practices
- Graduate of the School Leadership Executive Institute(SLEI); South Carolina State Department of Education (2023)
- Cognia Certification for School/system reviews (2023)
- Increased 2023 School Report Card Rating for the State of South Carolina by developing and leading instructional teams with targeted student support, teacher professional development, and effective implementation of standards-based lessons.
- Completed Truist Leadership Academy (2023)
- Represented Marion County in the South Carolina Rural Network for Human Capital Program (2022)
- Panelist at Insight Education, National Education Leader's Workshop; Fall 2022
- Recognized for Professionalism and Service by the Marion County IMpact Group, 2017
- Named Administrator of the Year for the Marion County Branch of National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), 2016
- Nominated for Assistant Principal of the Year, 2015
- Achieved CEEL Certificate for completion of SC Assistant Principal's Academy, 2014
- Named Teacher of the Year, Palmetto Middle School 2007
Action Research Projects
Everyone Needs a Coach: Creating Teacher Support Plans to Build Capacity (SREB-October 2023)
Publishing Pending
- Micro-Teaching: Captured for Coaching (2024)
- Lights, Camera, Action: Building Teacher Capacity with Live Coaching (2022)
- Writing with Passion and Purpose: Using Connections to Enrich Students' Quality of Writing (2022)
- Data Informed Decision Making: Professional Development to Support Teachers in Using Data to Inform and Guide the Instructional Process (2021)
- How Public Schools Can Support Families and Students with Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorders (2020)
- Powerful Vocab: Using Assessment Vocabulary Across the Curriculum (2019)
- Data Dives: Using Data to Reflect and Guide Instruction (2019)
- The Impact of Technology Integration Towards Science Application(2003)
- A Resource Guide for First Year Teachers in Alternative Certification Programs (2002)
Affiliations
South Carolina Association of School Administrators(SCASA)
South Carolina Association of Title I Administrators (SCATA)
Dillon-Marion Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Timeline
South Carolina 4.0 Techer Evaluator
11-2024
Cognia Diagnostic Team
10-2023
Title-I Facilitator/Curriculum Specialist
Dillon High School
07.2023 - 06.2025
South Carolina Teacher Mentor
07-2023
Principal-Palmetto Middle School
Marion County School District
07.2019 - 06.2023
Ed.D. - Teacher Leaders K-12 Studies
Capella University
05.2016 - 03.2021
Assistant Principal-Mullins High School
Marion County School District
07.2013 - 06.2019
Curriculum Resource Teacher-Palmetto Middle School
Marion School District Two (Marion County Schools)
08.2008 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Winthrop University
05.2006 - 05.2008
Science Teacher-Palmetto Middle School
Marion School District Two (Marion County Schools)
08.2004 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Education
Cambridge College
05.2002 - 03.2003
Secondary Science Teacher (IBO World) -Wilson High School
Florence School District One
08.2000 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Morris College
08.1993 - 05.1997
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