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Donnuel Sinclair

Temple Hills

Summary

Dedicated instructional leader with 18+ years of teaching and school leadership experience. Skilled in supporting teachers, strengthening school culture, and using data to drive instructional improvement and student success. Seeking an Assistant Principal or Instructional Coach role that builds on proven leadership experience while providing continued growth toward school administration.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Culture Coordinator

Girls Global Academy
01.2021 - Current

Culture Coordinator & Academic Leadership Team Member (Feb 2025 – Present)

  • Lead all school-wide culture systems, including PBIS (Blazer Bucks/Blazer Basket), tardy/uniform policy, re-entry processes, and restorative practices.
  • Serve as sole administrator for student culture, discipline, and climate.
  • Continue service on the Academic Leadership Team, ensuring alignment of culture systems with instructional and assessment goals.
  • Coordinate Care Team (social workers, intervention specialists, behavior specialists) to address Tier 1–3 student needs.
  • Design and implement community engagement events (100 Women, SLC) and student assemblies aligned to school pillars.

Instructional Coach, Data Manager & Academic Leadership Team Member (2022 – Feb 2025)

  • Partnered with teachers across content areas to improve instructional practice using data-driven coaching cycles.
  • Managed academic and assessment data systems, analyzing results to guide instructional planning and interventions.
  • Served on Academic Leadership Team, aligning assessment strategy and instructional support with school goals.
  • Facilitated professional development sessions for staff on data-driven instruction, curriculum planning, and classroom culture.

Math Teacher (Sept 2021 – June 2022)

  • Taught Algebra I, designed culturally relevant lessons incorporating financial literacy and real-world applications.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to establish instructional norms and support diverse learners through differentiated instruction.
  • Built a strong classroom culture emphasizing GGA’s pillars: Sisterhood, Scholarship, Service, and Safety.

Department Chair

The B.E.S.T. Academy
12.2018 - 06.2021
  • Supervised 6 math teachers in curriculum planning, instructional delivery, and data-driven assessments.
  • Facilitated weekly department meetings focused on instructional alignment and strategies to increase student proficiency.
  • Member of the School Improvement Team, contributing to the school’s strategic plan for academic achievement and equity.
  • Partnered with district curriculum leaders to refine pacing guides and assessment practices across grade levels.
  • Taught Algebra I, improving pass rates and closing achievement gaps among historically underserved students.
  • Mentored new teachers, modeling classroom management and culturally responsive instructional practices.

Mathemathics Teacher

71st High School
08.2017 - 12.2018
  • Taught Intro to Math I and Math I, an integrated mathematics course combining Algebra I and Geometry standards.
  • Designed and delivered engaging, technology-enhanced lessons aligned to state curriculum and assessment requirements.
  • Implemented formative assessments and data-driven interventions to address diverse learning needs and increase course mastery.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to align integrated math pacing, curriculum, and instructional strategies across grade levels.
  • Built a positive classroom culture that supported student confidence, engagement, and achievement in mathematics.

Mathematics Teacher

Surrattsville High School
08.2013 - 07.2017
  • Taught Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry with a focus on student-centered, culturally responsive instruction.
  • Served on the Data Wise Core Team, analyzing assessment data to inform instructional planning and interventions across content areas.
  • Delivered professional development sessions for colleagues as a member of the district Math Cadre, modeling best practices in mathematics instruction.
  • Partnered with school leadership to design and implement student support initiatives, increasing access to targeted tutoring and interventions.
  • Provided after-school tutoring and mentoring to help students meet graduation requirements and improve math proficiency.

Mathematics Teacher

Maya Angelou PCS
08.2012 - 06.2013
  • Taught Algebra I Honors, Geometry, and Math Seminar, designing rigorous and engaging lessons aligned with college- and career-readiness standards.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to differentiate instruction and implement accommodations for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Integrated assessment data into lesson planning, tracking progress, and adjusting instruction to improve student outcomes.
  • Contributed to the school’s mission of serving historically underserved students by fostering a classroom culture focused on equity, perseverance, and achievement.

Mathematics Teacher and Data Team Lead

I.D.E.A. Public Charter School
08.2009 - 06.2012
  • Taught Algebra I & II, Geometry, and advanced math courses, integrating critical thinking strategies into instruction.
  • Served as Data Team Lead, developing assessment tools and data tracking systems to monitor student performance and guide instructional decisions.
  • Facilitated math department meetings focused on curriculum alignment, assessment strategies, and instructional improvement.
  • Provided professional development and coaching on data-driven instruction, supporting colleagues in using data to improve student achievement.

Developmental Mathematics Instructor

Prince George's Community College
08.2009 - 08.2010
  • Taught Basic Mathematics (DLS 0010) and Pre-Algebra (DVM 0030) to first-year college students requiring developmental support.
  • Provided individualized instruction and lab-based tutoring to strengthen students’ foundational math skills.
  • Maintained regular office hours to support student success and improve retention in entry-level math courses.

8th Grade Mathematics Teacher

Thurgood Marshall Middle School
09.2004 - 06.2006
  • Taught Pre-Algebra, using clear instructional strategies to support student mastery of foundational math skills.
  • Provided after-school tutoring to reinforce learning and help students meet grade-level expectations.
  • Partnered with families through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences to support student growth and success.

Education

Masters of Education - Educational Leadership And Policy

Howard University
Washington, DC
05-2025

Master's of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Education

American University
Washington, DC
05-2013

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD
12-2003

Skills

  • School Culture Leadership (PBIS, Restorative Practices)
  • Instructional Coaching & Teacher Mentorship
  • Professional Development Facilitation
  • Academic & Assessment Data Management
  • Curriculum Development & Alignment
  • Data-Driven Instruction & Assessment Analysis
  • Equity & Access Advocacy
  • Family & Community Engagement
  • Strategic Planning & School Improvement
  • Technology: Google Workspace, MicroSoft Suite, PowerSchool, LMS (Google Classroom, Canvas)

Certification

  • OSSE Standard School Administrator -Principal/Assistant Principal Pre-K to 12, Washington, DC.
  • OSSE Standard Classroom Teacher- Secondary Mathematics, Washington, DC
  • MSDE Advanced Professional License- Secondary Mathematics, Maryland

Timeline

Culture Coordinator

Girls Global Academy
01.2021 - Current

Department Chair

The B.E.S.T. Academy
12.2018 - 06.2021

Mathemathics Teacher

71st High School
08.2017 - 12.2018

Mathematics Teacher

Surrattsville High School
08.2013 - 07.2017

Mathematics Teacher

Maya Angelou PCS
08.2012 - 06.2013

Mathematics Teacher and Data Team Lead

I.D.E.A. Public Charter School
08.2009 - 06.2012

Developmental Mathematics Instructor

Prince George's Community College
08.2009 - 08.2010

8th Grade Mathematics Teacher

Thurgood Marshall Middle School
09.2004 - 06.2006

Masters of Education - Educational Leadership And Policy

Howard University

Master's of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Education

American University

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Donnuel Sinclair