Vita

VITA FALL 2011
BELINDA CHANTELLE GEORGE

Curriculum Supervisor 9XX E. Lucas Drive
Beaumont ISD Beaumont, TX
3395 Harrison Avenue Tel: (409) XXX-XXXX
Beaumont, TX 77706 Tel: (409)XXX-XXXX
Tel: (409)617-XXXX Email: bgeorge@beaumont.k12.tx.us
Fax: (409) 617-5187
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

M.Ed. Administration, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX. August 2008
BS Interdisciplinary Studies, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX. August 2003
Principal Certificate EC-12, Texas
Teacher Certificate EC-4 Generalist, Texas

ADMINISTRATIVE AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Early Childhood/Elementary Language Arts Supervisor
Beaumont Independent School District
Beaumont, TX 2011-present

• Developed and supervised curriculum for 16 elementary campuses and 2 early pre-k sites
• Evaluated and provided guidance for a variety of teachers throughout the district using the district’s evaluation instrument and informal observations and conferences
• Identified, developed, and maintained grants that fund programs and services.

Curriculum Coordinator
Dishman Elementary
Beaumont, TX 2009-2011

• Ensured the faculty had the resources and support they needed to promote students’ abilities to think and create in personally meaningful ways through an inquiry based, integrated curriculum in a nurturing environment.
• Analyzed test data to find out where strengths and weaknesses existed and assisted teachers with coming up with strategies to teach those skills that they were low in
• Researched trends in curriculum development and instructional aids and methods, and served as a resource for teachers.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Fourth Grade Teacher
Guess Elementary
Beaumont, TX 2004-2009

• Analyzed student data and tracked student progress
• Administered Reading, Math, and Writing TAKS tests.
• Planned and instructed each subject area using a wide variety of teaching aids, motivational and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning
• Implement technological approaches to subject material.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society Member
• National Alliance of Black School Educators
• Texas Alliance of Black School Educators
• Beaumont Alliance of Black School Educators
• Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association
• Association of Texas Professional Educators

REFERENCES

• Will be given upon request

Dr. Carrol A. Thomas Interview Reflection

I interviewed Carrol A. Thomas of Beaumont ISD. He has been the Superintendent for 15+ years. He invited the Deputy Superintendent of BISD to sit in on the interview. He is a very knowledgeable and caring individual. He was very informative. Despite how he is portrayed by the media, he is an enjoyable and informative individual. Throughout the interview, I placed an asterisk by responses that were intriguing to me.

The first response that grabbed my attention was the attributes of a good Superintendent. He said that he/she should be supportive. The Superintendent should allow and encourage individuals to take risks. Every employee should know the philosophy of the Superintendent. He stated that the best use of power is when you don't have to use it. If you have the power over the people, then they will only do what you make them. You should always use your power to do good by motivating and encouraging people.

Competency 5 examines the importance of the Superintendent planning and implanting strategic planning that enhances the teaching and learning, ensures alignment of the curriculum, curriculum resources and assessment; uses the current accountability system; and promotes the use of varied assessments to measure student performance. Based upon this competency, I asked Dr. Thomas how he accomplishes such a wide range of strategic planning. He responded by saying that student performance is what we are judged by. To ensure that everyone is aware of this, he sends all central office personnel to schools twice a year to observe and assess the teaching and learning process. They must then report to Dr. Thomas what was seen. The main purpose is so that every department knows what is going on in the schools. He also believes that nothing is good unless student performance is up. Every job in every department should focus on student performance. Curriculum should be based on instruction. He recognized early on that our district has different learners. He implemented the Reteaching Policy. It forces the teacher to reteach the unsuccessful learner in a different manner. He feels as though this is the most

important policy the board has ever passed.

Competency 7 discusses the importance of the Superintendent implementing a staff evaluation and development system, and selecting appropriate models for supervision and staff development to improve the performance of all staff members. This prompted me to ask Dr. Thomas how he addresses these issues aimed at improving the performance of all staff members. He responded by saying that the evaluation performance instrument should mirror your job description. Your job description should be clearly defined. Evaluators are taught how to evaluate. The evaluator should always give the person feedback through informal and formal ways. He believes that you should be candid, honest, open, and provide constructive criticism. You should always voice your concerns with those that you have a problem with, and always confront the person you have a problem with.

The next response that was interesting to me was the response to the following: How should Superintendents approach the management of everything from budgets to technology applications? Dr. Thomas believes that instruction is the number one priority. In Beaumont ISD, more money is spent on instruction through grants and Title funds. He also believes that schools should be safe and orderly. To ensure this he implemented the BISD Police Department. You must also be knowledgeable and always trying to improve, ask a lot of questions, stay in the loop, report the facts, and you must be productive at what you are currently doing.

He gave additional experience, learning, and advice that can help me, as a student, to develop an effective internship. I will forever remember the response listed below:

• Be a student of your profession.
• Model superintendents that are known to be successful.
• Be able to analyze and make good decisions.
• Work smart and not hard.
• Common sense is better than research.
• Look, analyze, and adjust
• Leaders are effective in what he can get people to do.
• Create situations where employees can believe and support you.
• Superintendents work harder than anyone else.
• Don't get complacent.
• Be a risk-taker and make sure that you have a chance to succeed.
• Do a great job where you are right now.