Venus McClure
Brandywine
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven educational leader with more than 10 years of experience advancing student achievement, developing educator effectiveness, and leading school improvement initiatives across public, charter, and independent school settings. Proven track record of effective coaching and educator development, facilitating high-impact professional learning, and leveraging data to drive instructional excellence and equitable outcomes for diverse learners.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
DC Prep Public Charter School
Washington
01.2025 - Current
- Developed teachers through individualized coaching cycles, resulting in 90% of students meeting or exceeding TEMA benchmarks and achieving the school's mathematics goal.
- Led data-driven instructional coaching and professional learning that supported 84% of students meeting or exceeding PELI benchmarks.
- Developed teacher capacity through observation-feedback cycles, live coaching/modeling, and targeted professional development, resulting in 4 of 6 classrooms meeting CLASS performance goals.
- Mentored and coached a high-performing teacher into a formal leadership role, expanding instructional leadership capacity within the school.
- Implemented strategic attendance interventions and strengthened family partnerships, reducing chronic absenteeism to below the school's 30% target.
- Conducted weekly classroom observations with actionable feedback to improve instruction and student outcomes.
- Planned and facilitated professional development sessions aligned with school priorities and instructional best practices.
- Served as a core member of the school’s Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.
Instructional Coach
I Dream Public Charter School
Washington
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with educators to design engaging curriculum aligned with school standards.
- Developed coaching plans tailored to individual teacher needs and learning goals.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional strategies and interventions.
- Guided teachers in using data to inform instructional decisions and interventions.
Lead Educator/Grade Band Director
District Of Columbia Public Schools
Washington
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Motivated and coached a team of 10 educators, interventionists, and support staff to accomplish and exceed established goals.
- Coordinated and hosted team meetings, training sessions, and workshops to enhance educator collaboration and professional development.
- Reviewed and overseen implementation of classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules.
- Performed various duties, including research, project management and portfolio creation.
- Identified short- and long-term goals for school and developed actionable strategies to achieve them.
- Created strategies to facilitate processes within organization.
- Maintained effective communication channels to keep team members and parents informed and engaged.
After School Director
Truesdell Elementary School
Washington
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced program effectiveness by developing and implementing innovative after-school activities.
- Increased student participation by establishing strong relationships with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Coordinated learning-focused program to help children build foundational knowledge.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families.
- Maintained full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Observed teachers in classroom environments to assess performance and identified areas of improvement and strengths.
Elementary Lead Teacher
Beauvoir, The National Cathedral School
Washington
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing hands-on learning activities and interactive teaching methods.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, correct and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Increased parent involvement by fostering strong relationships and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Summer Camp Coordinator
Beauvoir, The National Cathedral School
Washington
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Enhanced campers' experience by developing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate daily activities that fostered enjoyment and learning.
- Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
- Supervised camper and team safety by issuing clear directives and monitoring strategies to promote ideal behaviors.
- Recruited, trained and managed team of 30+ instructors.
- Streamlined camp registration process, resulting in increased enrollment and a smoother experience for families.
Lead Teacher
Martha's Table
Washington
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
Lead Teacher
The UDC Lab School
Washington
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
Teacher
St. Coletta Of Greater Washington
Washington
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Implemented proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement to maintain student focus and engagement.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to support student achievement of learning objectives.
- Engaged with parents, students, and faculty to share feedback and refine instructional strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Trinity Washington University
Washington, DC05-2020
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL05-2011
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- School Improvement Planning
- Instructional Leadership
- Data Driven Decision Making
- Coaching & Training
- Professional Development
- Budget Management
- Curriculum Design/Mapping
- Special Education
- Continuous Improvement
- School Culture
Certification
- Initial Professional License (IPL)
- Advanced Professional License (APL)
- ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CREDENTIAL / PREK-12 GRADE LEVEL
INITIAL - ADMINISTRATOR
Timeline
Assistant Principal
DC Prep Public Charter School
01.2025 - Current
Instructional Coach
I Dream Public Charter School
08.2024 - 01.2025
Lead Educator/Grade Band Director
District Of Columbia Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2024
After School Director
Truesdell Elementary School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Elementary Lead Teacher
Beauvoir, The National Cathedral School
08.2017 - 07.2021
Summer Camp Coordinator
Beauvoir, The National Cathedral School
08.2017 - 07.2021
Lead Teacher
Martha's Table
08.2015 - 05.2017
Lead Teacher
The UDC Lab School
08.2014 - 08.2015
Teacher
St. Coletta Of Greater Washington
09.2013 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Education Administration
Trinity Washington University
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of The District of Columbia
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tuskegee University