Dr. Richard Mitchell - Training and Development, Richard Mitchell Coaching

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Richard Mitchell Life CoachingLife and Wellness Consultant at Richard Mitchell Coaching

Feb. 2022Downingtown, Pennsylvania, United States · Remote• Created "60 Minute Solutions Workshop" for high-achieving midlife professionals, focusing on career redirection, purpose rediscovery, and combating burnout. • Develops tailored plans for a diverse client base, emphasizing healthy relationships and coping strategies, applicable to all ages. • Holds a Doctorate in Reading, Writing, and Literacy from The University of Pennsylvania, with a specialized focus on teacher evaluation and its impact on social justice and equity inclusion. • Utilizes background in reforming teacher evaluation systems to enhance effectiveness and school dynamics, as well as proven success in change management, evidenced by a dissertation aimed at improving teacher observation and evaluation systems.

West Chester Area School DistrictAssistant Principal - Fugett Middle School, West Chester Area School District

Jan. 2021 - Jul. 2023West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States• Oversaw planning and execution of all Pennsylvania state assessments for Fugett Middle School, managing over 3,000 tests with extreme attention to detail and minimal assistance, ensuring student and teacher preparedness. • Led a positive environment by interacting with 40+ faculty, staff, and students, and overseeing a student body of 900 across 3 grades. • Supervised 40+ educators in grading, disciplinary actions, and formal observations and evaluations, along with ensuring fair discipline and special education compliance for 300 students. • Authored and published the school’s weekly newsletter, communicating critical school updates and information to families. • Managed educational and administrative responsibilities, encompassing discipline, assessment logistics, and staff supervision within a 65-educator team.

West Chester Area School DistrictSupervisor of English Language Arts at West Chester Area School District

Jul. 2018 - Jan. 2021West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States• Collaborated with the Director of Secondary Education and Assistant Superintendent to revamp the English/Language Arts curriculum for West Chester Area School District, overseeing a $500,000 budget and leading initiatives across grades K-12. • Spearheaded and oversaw critical district initiatives, including Immersive Technology Teaching and Learning, Cyber School development and programming, holistic assessment models, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and equity programming. • Pioneered and implemented an "African American Literature" course for juniors and seniors, and supervised the introduction and complete overhaul of the reading and writing curricula across 10 schools. • Managed a team of 370 educators, including 70 secondary and 300 elementary English/Language Arts teachers, ensuring high-quality curriculum and instruction. • Authored an article in the English Journal (May 2020) with six high-profile high school English/Language Arts teachers, highlighting educational achievements and innovations.

Coatesville Area School DistAssistant Principal

Feb. 2016 - Jul. 2018Coatesville, Pennsylvania• Supervised 30+ educators and a student body of 600, overseeing grade reporting, disciplinary measures, and teacher evaluations. • Collaboratively redesigned and developed the master schedule from scratch to improve instruction, student achievement, and faculty morale. • Initiated a cross-visitation program to enhance pedagogical practices among teachers and evaluate administrative strategies. • Selected out of 30 administrators for certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid, focusing on suicide prevention. • Established an organization to include students in what is typically a Parent Teacher Organization setting. • Integral in implementation of six professional development initiatives on topics like inclusion, writing instruction, and student engagement. • Played a pivotal role in the comprehensive restructuring of the school, positively affecting both students and families.

West Chester Area School DistrictEnglish/Language Arts Teacher

Aug. 2005 - Jan. 2016West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site• Innovated reading engagement strategies using novels by diverse authors, and designed a self-grading system for Advanced Placement practice essays to improve test scores. • Developed a writing process that fostered self-advocacy and creativity, guiding students through discovery drafts and revisions in preparation for college-level writing. • Well-known as a district authority in writing instruction through active participation in key committees such as senior curriculum revision, "Courageous Conversations," building equity team, and Common Core Standards Implementation. • Directed and produced 22 plays and musicals over 11 years at West Chester East High School, including impactful pieces like The Laramie Project and Hairspray to foster social and DEI awareness. • Pioneered annual student-written One Acts Festival, a distinctive program combining theater and writing, showcasing student creativity in playwriting, production, and performance. • Facilitated creation and presentation of student One Act plays, guiding students through a 2-month process from writing to staging.