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Nafeesha Janell Irby

3031 Jehossee Street # 309, Raleigh, NC 27616
Ph.: 704.804.2043; Email: nafeesha.irby@gmail.com
Digital Portfolio: https://nela3irby.wikispaces.com
EDUCATION

Northeast Leadership Academy at North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
Master of School Administration (Expected Graduation Date: May 9, 2014)

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Greensboro, NC
Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Mass Communication (2005-2008)
Honors: Summa Cum Laude Graduate, Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society, Alpha Chi Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society


LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) Team
Member (G.C. Hawley Middle School 2013-2014)
Assisted in the development and implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Support
Participated in evaluation of program effectiveness
School Improvement Team
Member (G.C. Hawley Middle School 2013-2014)
Participated in the planning and drafting of School Improvement Plan
Assisted with development of systems and programs to implement plan
Developed academic goals, strategies, and behavior supports to monitor and ensure student success
School Leadership Team
Member (G.C. Hawley Middle School 2013-2014)
Facilitated student data analysis meetings to restructure systems as needed to maximize student success
Tracked and monitored teacher effectiveness to develop strategies for instructional support
Special Education Department
Team Leader (G.C. Hawley Middle School 2013-2014)
Monitored compliance of specialized services and student Individualized Education Plans
Provided best practices to special education teachers to enhance student learning in resource and inclusion settings
Institute Leadership Team
Member (Teach For America Tulsa Summer Institute 2012)
Assisted with analysis and response to student impact of first-year teachers during summer school instruction
Planned, executed, and monitored teacher training at elementary school site
Regional Core Values Task Force
Member (Teach For America 2013)
Led regional team initiative to establish regional core values to drive purpose
Facilitated core value drafting sessions

INSTRUCTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Granville County Schools August 2013-Present
G.C. Hawley Middle School Creedmoor, NC
Principal Intern
Monitored and supervise student behavior and disciplinary infractions
Supervised buses and safety of students
Assisted principal with the development and execution of professional development
Assisted with the structuring of the school as a Professional Learning Community
Supported teachers with instructional needs and professional development plans
Worked with principal in conducting building and classroom walkthroughs, observations, and conferences
Assisted with the management of school culture and execution of School Improvement Plan
Facilitated and monitor student data and progress against school growth goals
Executed all additional duties assigned by principal

Teach For America March 2012-July 2012
Summer Institute Tulsa, OK
School Director, Hamilton Middle School (Served K-6)

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Closely monitored key factors at the school site by actively gathering and analyzing data from the school related to corps
member proficiency, student achievement, and school culture
Led corps members and staff toward instructional outcomes by leading school-wide learning experiences, observing and
coaching instructional staff, and guiding staff to provide effective differentiation based on corps member needs
Ensured strong school operations by managing School Operations Managers execution of operations at the school site, based
on the vision for school operations I have created
Partnered with principals and faculty advisors to build and maintain relationships that result in needed investment and support
for our work at the school
Created a culture of excellence founded on Teach For Americas core values, that builds a culture of respect, trust, and
partnership between and among corps members and staff at your school
Observed and coach individual corps members, curriculum specialist, and literacy specialist to their Visions of Excellence

Teach For America-Eastern North Carolina June 2011 to August 2013
Granville, Vance, & Warren Counties Durham, NC
Manager, Teacher Leadership Development
Coached, managed, and supported 25 corps members in their leadership and instructional development in grades K-12 and all
content areas
Oversaw the regional operations of corps member development in three rural counties in the ENC region
Operated as the direct support for the Science content area for the region
Coordinated and plan select All Corps Conferences
Utilized data to track progress toward regional and cohort goals
Built and maintained partnerships with counties and school-sites to perpetuate relationships acquired within the region
Worked amongst a program team of eight colleagues to strategically set goals and visions for the region to tackle educational
inequities in ENC

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools August 2009 to June 2011
West Charlotte High School Charlotte, NC
Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
Drafted student lessons and assessments
Monitored and track student progress toward growth goals
Executed curriculum-aligned lessons reflecting 21
st
century learning
Managed a caseload of approximately 20 exceptional students
Prepared Individualized Education Plans for EC students & conduct IEP meetings
Differentiated lessons for student comprehension
Provided staff within the Biology department with strategies to support students with special needs

COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE

Community Internship
Masonic Home for Children at Oxford in Oxford, NC (2013)
Assessed reading levels of elementary-aged children living in alternative residence to establish literacy support program
Initiated partnership between home and community teachers to assist children with growth in literacy skills
Utilized data gathered and impact of program to draft a grant to provide the home with site-based literacy programs

SPECIALIZED TRAININGS & CERTIFICATIONS
Distinguished Leadership in Practice
Understanding by Design/Schooling by Design
Facilitative Leadership
Crucial Conversations
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Testing & Accountability (EVAAS, Meta Metrics, etc.)
FIZZ: The Flipped Classroom
Llano Grande: Digital Storytelling
Grant Writing/Community Engagement
Social Justice
School Law/Special Education Law
First Aid, CPR, & AED Certified