Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
Education Leadership Positions
Professional Development in Education
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Triva Tate

Suitland

Summary

Experienced teacher leader innovator and science educator with over a decade of impact in urban education, specializing in data-driven instruction, teacher development, and standards-aligned curriculum design. Proven leader in coaching, professional learning, and school-wide instructional improvement, with a strong track record of elevating both teacher practice and student achievement. Passionate about building educator capacity and fostering equitable, high-quality learning environments

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Science Teacher Leadership Innovation

Charles Hart Middle School DCPS
Washington, DC
08.2020 - Current
  • Lead social studies and science professional learning teams through weekly data cycles of lesson planning, content development, informative observation, and student work analysis aligned to district curriculums
  • Support teachers through coaching cycles including non-evaluative observations and targeted feedback
  • Strengthen instructional practice by using a gradual release coaching model, with co-planning, modeling and reteach lessons
  • Analyze student data to inform instructional effectiveness to drive continuous improvement in teacher practice
  • Planned a variety of school wide professional development sessions; parent engagement activities and partnered with community sponsors to enhance the real world application of our curriculum
  • Developed professional development, trainings and instructional practice initiatives to foster stronger teachers in our school

Science Teacher

Charles Hart Middle School DCPS
Washington, DC
08.2013 - 08.2020

• Thoughtfully planned daily lessons and implements specific strategies to meet the needs of all students, providing extra support, enrichment, or variation of work when necessary

• Demonstrates a strong content knowledge and understanding of the science standards and curriculum

• Uses assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices

• Be accountable for students’ academic growth and increase each individual student’s achievement; creates a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment

• Reflects on successes and areas of growth as a teacher, seeks to improve performance, and responds to feedback

• Participated in collaborative curriculum and professional development, grade level activities, and schoolwide functions

Science Teacher

Cesar Chavez Public Charter School
Washington, D.C.
08.2009 - 08.2013
  • Developed and implemented engaging science curriculum aligned with district standards.
  • Utilized various instructional strategies to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
  • Fostered a collaborative classroom environment that encouraged critical thinking and inquiry-based learning.
  • Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations to tailor instruction effectively.

Science Teacher

Prince George’s County Public Schools
Landover, M.D.
08.2005 - 06.2009
  • Stimulated the spirit of inquiry, the acquisition of knowledge and understanding, and the thoughtful formulation of clear goals in each student for educational advancement and development
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students.

Science Teacher

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, N.C.
08.2002 - 06.2005
  • Provided a supportive environment for all students to accomplish educational goals through increased self-esteem, self-awareness, respect and individual responsibility
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Facilitated hands-on science experiments, encouraging active participation and collaboration among students.
  • Monitored student progress through assessments, providing individualized support to improve academic outcomes.

Education

Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction (with administrative focus)

McDaniel College
Westminster, MD
05-2011

Bachelor of Science - undefined

Johnson C. Smith University
Charlotte, NC
05-2000

Skills

  • Identify and define problems of practice through classroom observation, teacher collaboration, and data analysis
  • Design, implement, and monitor strategic coaching plans aligned to instructional goals and student outcomes
  • Facilitate purposeful coaching conversations that promote reflection, goal-setting, and professional growth
  • Lead and support school-wide instructional initiatives in partnership with administrators and leadership teams
  • Differentiate coaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of teachers across content areas, grade levels, and experience levels
  • Analyze student performance data to identify trends, inform instruction, and drive continuous improvement
  • Provide clear, actionable, and non-evaluative feedback that builds teacher capacity and trust
  • Model effective instructional strategies, including co-planning and demonstration teaching, to support gradual release of responsibility
  • Plan and facilitate cross-curricular instruction by integrating standards across content areas; design rigorous, standards-aligned assessments to evaluate student learning and inform instructional decisions

Affiliations

  • Infinite Legacy Community Partnership Liaison
  • NGSS 3.0 Next Generation Standards Pilot Program 2015
  • Health Occupations Students of America
  • Volunteer of the Year Award, Johnson C. Smith University 2003.
  • Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority INC.
  • NSTA Member
  • A.V.I.D. Trained
  • R.E.L.A.Y. Trained

Certification

  • Special Education Teaching Endorsement - Issued 2024
  • General Science Grades 7-12 Teaching License - Issued 2017

Timeline

Science Teacher Leadership Innovation

Charles Hart Middle School DCPS
08.2020 - Current

Science Teacher

Charles Hart Middle School DCPS
08.2013 - 08.2020

Science Teacher

Cesar Chavez Public Charter School
08.2009 - 08.2013

Science Teacher

Prince George’s County Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2009

Science Teacher

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
08.2002 - 06.2005

Bachelor of Science - undefined

Johnson C. Smith University

Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction (with administrative focus)

McDaniel College

Education Leadership Positions

  • D.C. HOSA Chapter Advisor
  • DCPS Travel Ambassador
  • Class Advisor
  • Instructional Lead Teacher/Science Department Chairperson
  • Instructional Leadership Team Member (SLT)
  • Local School Advisory Team (LSAT)
  • Head Girls Basketball Coach
  • Science Bowl Academic Coach
  • Saturday Academy Coordinator
  • Academic Night Organizer
  • Science Educator Leader Cadre Member

Professional Development in Education

  • Marzano’s Nine High Yield Instructional Strategies; Teach Like a Champion; Common Core Standards; PARCC Assessments Khan Academy; Using Technology to Improve Writing; iObservation
  • Promoting the Culture of Student Led Conferences; Understanding D.I.S.C Styles; Improving Teamwork with a Mindmap
  • Diversity Training Certification; Southwest Education Alliance Best Practices Certification; Steven Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Training; Teachers Needing Teachers Certification
Triva Tate