Darlene Mathews
Victorville,CA
Summary
Dynamic instructional coach with Hesperia Unified School District, focused on enhancing teacher effectiveness through targeted professional development aligned with LETRS and the Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum (GVC). Knowledgeable about the state-mandated Reading Difficulties Screener and skilled in utilizing data-driven strategies to improve student outcomes. Adept at fostering collaboration among educational partners and providing direct teacher support in Tier 1, I focus on sustaining research-based literacy practices and ensuring ongoing professional learning to support district-wide continuous improvement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach (TOSA)
Hesperia Unified School District
08.2019 - Current
- Coached teachers to refine instructional strategies and implement research-based practices by modeling effective teaching through demonstration lessons, co-teaching, and classroom support.
- Assisted teachers in analyzing student performance data, including CFA results, to diagnose instructional needs, identify effective strategies, and make informed instructional decisions.
- Designed and led professional development sessions to enhance educators' skills, knowledge, and attitudes, fostering improved instructional approaches through targeted learning opportunities.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices, educational research, and instructional strategies, ensuring the ability to effectively support teachers and improve student outcomes.
- Fostered strong, positive relationships with students, colleagues, and administrators while upholding confidentiality regarding student performance and teacher interactions.
First, Second, Third and Fourth Grade Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
10.2001 - 06.2019
Education
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA01-2021
Teacher Credential - Education
Chapman University
Orange, CA06-2003
Master of Arts - History
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA01-1995
Skills
- Proficient in delivering professional learning aligned with LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) to enhance teacher skills in literacy instruction
- Supported the implementation of the Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum (GVC) to ensure consistent, high-quality literacy instruction across classrooms
- Designed and provided targeted professional development on research-based literacy strategies to build sustainability in early literacy programs
- Fostered collaboration among teachers, administrators, and educational partners to improve literacy outcomes and support data-driven instructional decisions
- Focused on Tier 1 instruction, supporting teachers in delivering effective, whole-class strategies to build foundational literacy skills for all students
- Experience in supporting teachers with data-driven instruction, including interpreting screener data and providing actionable feedback to address student needs
Certification
- Reading Certificate, University of Riverside 2012
- Write From The Beginning Trainer of Trainers
- LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) in progress
Timeline
Instructional Coach (TOSA)
Hesperia Unified School District
08.2019 - Current
First, Second, Third and Fourth Grade Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
10.2001 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
California State University, East Bay
Teacher Credential - Education
Chapman University
Master of Arts - History
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
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