Taneshia R. Brown, M.Ed.

9730-45 Fort Green Avenue

Silver Spring, Maryland 20524
(301) 565-7132
taneshiabrown1@gmail.com

Education
Expected 2014 Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD Doctor of Education in Urban Educational Leadership

2008 Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD Graduate Certification in School Supervision and Administration

2006 Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL Master in Secondary Education

2003 Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL Bachelor of Arts in English

Certification
Maryland Advanced Professional Certification- Administration I, II and
English 7-12 Endorsements

Experience
2006 - present Kent Island High School
Stevensville, MD English teacher

Instruct and evaluate 9
th
and 12
th
grade levels in English/Language Arts
Develop lesson plans and assessments that aligns with Maryland State Curriculum
Use teaching aids and demonstrations to convey critical concepts and factual knowledge in English,
Literary Genres and World Literature
Assess and monitor student progress
Monitor the progress of each student through formative and summative assessment
Communicate with parents weekly to ensure strong family and community relations
Collaboratively plan with Special Educators and Ninth Grade Team to ensure maximum student
success with at-risk students, ELL students and students with disabilities
Differentiate instruction to meet the special needs of students

2004 - 2006 Keith High School
Orrville, AL English teacher

Instructed and evaluated 9
th
and 11
th
grade levels in English/Language Arts
Developed curricula and lesson plans, select texts and design test
Used teaching aides and demonstrations to convey critical concepts and factual knowledge in English,
Multicultural and American Literature
Co-advised Junior Class
Monitored the progress of each student through formative and summative assessments
Differentiated instruction to meet the special needs of students





Leadership Experience
2005 - 2006 Keith High School
Orrville, AL English Department Chairperson

Initiated remedial programs for students who failed the Language Arts section of the Alabama High
School Graduation Exam
Assisted the Principal and Assistant Principal with daily tasks, such as planning programs and fundraisers
Planned celebrations for retired teachers and administrators from Keith High School
Organized a Black History Program for Keith High School and the Orrville Community from concept to
completion
Prepared necessary reports, materials and correspondence to the Board of Education and Keith High School
Administrators
Worked closely with Orrville Community to create buy-in within the English Department
Mentored novice teachers
Directed activities of the English Department
Acted as liaison between the department and the other components of the school

Internships
2010 Sudlersville Elementary School
Sudlersville, MD Administrative Internship - Migrant Summer School

Worked one-on-one with students between 3
rd
and 6
th
grade with limited English proficiency
Ensured instructional needs for elementary school children enrolled in Migrant Program
Assessed students data for Title I-C Funds
Worked with teachers to ensure that ELL students are proficient in Math and Reading
Observed teachers while they follow the prescribed program

2007 - 2008 Kent Island High School
Stevensville, MD Administration Internship

Served as afterschool administrator for programs and activities
Planned staff developmental sessions on multicultural education and diversity in the classroom
Observed novice teachers and gave constructive feedback
Attended high school scheduling meetings
Interviewed Minority Achievement Coordinator
Analyzed data for school improvement
Observed administrative staff during student conferences and IEP meetings
Attended and participated in IEP and PTA meetings
Presented PBIS team staff development presentation on positive behavior interventions and support

Committees
- Faculty Advisory Committee 2007 - 2008
- School Improvement Team 2007 - 2008
- High School English Curriculum Planning Team 2008, 2010
- PBIS Team 2007 - 2009

Professional Development Opportunities
- Eastern Shore Aspiring Principals Institute (MSDE) 2009 - 2010
- Queen Anne County Aspiring Leaders Class 2009 - 2010

Honors and Awards
- Highest Classroom Parental Involvement Participation Classroom Award 2005