Janetta Greenwood rd

                                     Janetta L. Greenwood

                                                    SUMMARY
Possess more than 20 years of innovative leadership and implementation with a penchant for building capacity
in educators to sustain efficacy, and maximize student achievement. Change agent with a well-documented
history of facilitating district initiatives. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster respect and
unity between genders, cultures, and generations. Adept oral/written communicator with the ability to
assemble and lead a productive team. Coachable and astute.
                                              EDUCATION
Specialist of Education (Ed.S.), Educational Leadership (I.P.), University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA
Master of Art (M.A.), Curriculum & Instruction, Xavier University of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology, Xavier University of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Epidemiology, Walden University (All but Dissertation, +30 credit hours)

                           SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Clayton County BOE, Jonesboro, GA–K-12 Academic Science Coordinator, 2017-Present
Georgia Science Supervisor Association-President Elect, 2020-Present
Clayton County BOE, Jonesboro, GA–District Content Lead for Science, 2014-2017
DeKalb County BOE, Stone Mountain, GA–Teacher Effectiveness Facilitator, 2012-2014
DeKalb County BOE, Stone Mountain, GA–Science Educator, 2006-2014
Georgia Virtual School, Atlanta, GA–Online Science Educator, 2008-20110
Ross Medical Education Center, Atlanta, GA—Interim Campus Director, 2006-2006
St. Charles Parish School Board, Boutte, LA—Science Educator, 2003-2004
Orleans Parish School Board, New Orleans, LA—Science Educator, 2001-2003

                                      PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Clayton County Board of Education, Jonesboro, GA (July 2017-Present)
K-12 Academic Science Coordinator
Serve as the K-12 Science content, curriculum and pedagogy expert who supports K-12 teaching and learning
at 68 schools, to ensure the tenets of the district’s mission/vision are realized and implemented with fidelity.
Key accomplishments:
    ▪ Effectively research, plan, design and implement relevant professional development for instructional
        leaders and teachers to increase students’ academic achievement in K-12 science.
    ▪ Support schools in data analysis to determine the root causes of low student academic achievement in
        all areas of Science. Work to identify and develop laser-focus district curriculum and tasks that meet
        learners’ needs, using the 5E Phenomenon Drive 3-Dimensional instructional model for instruction.
    ▪ Communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders to ensure that academic initiatives are
        implemented/monitored to meet the needs of all students.
    ▪ Coordinate annual district initiatives, Regional Science and Engineering Fair, District-wide Summer
        Learning, and other supplemental projects/programs to support the district’s instructional priorities of
        cross-curricular literacy/numeracy, STEM, critical thinking, and integration of technology.
    ▪ Research, identify and purchase resources and tools to support optimal science teaching and learning
        for teachers and students.
   ▪   Engage community stakeholders, business and community organizations, district leadership, parents,
       school level leaders and staff to address increasing minorities and underrepresented populations in
       STEM careers and college majors.


Clayton County Board of Education, Jonesboro, GA (Aug. 2014-June 2017)
District Content Lead, Science
Serve as a Science instructional leader who supports K-12 teaching and learning at 62 schools, to ensure the
tenets of the district’s mission/vision are implemented to support improving student outcomes..
Key accomplishments:
    ▪ Effectively research, plan, and conduct relevant professional development for teachers designed to
        increase students’ conceptual understanding of cross-cutting Science concepts.
    ▪ Support schools in data analysis to determine the root causes of low student achievement in all areas of
        Science. Work to develop laser-focus curriculum and tasks that meet learners’ needs, using the gradual
        release model for instruction.
    ▪ Communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders to ensure that academic initiatives are
        implemented/monitored to meet the needs of all students.
    ▪ Coordinate annual district Science Fair, Summer School, and other supplemental projects/programs to
        support the district’s instructional priorities of: cross-curricula literacy/numeracy, critical thinking, and
        integration of technology.

DeKalb County Public Schools, Decatur, GA (Jan. 2012–Aug. 2014)
Teacher Effectiveness Facilitator
Served as data/instructional support personnel to facilitate school improvement.
Key accomplishments:
   ▪ Collected/analyzed data to develop learning plans for targeted groups; developed realistic, measurable
       objectives to facilitate student growth.
   ▪ Monitored instruction and provided feedback to district/building level stakeholders.
   ▪ Coordinated/facilitated Race to the Top Professional Learning Communities/Community Outreach.


                                     PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, continued
DeKalb County Public Schools, Decatur, GA (Aug. 2006–Aug. 2014)
Science Educator
Served as a dynamic Science educator to 9-12 grade students, all ability levels. Served in various academic
leadership capacities to promote the tenets of Science education.
Key accomplishments:
    ▪ Chosen by district officials to serve as Race to the Top School Facilitator; member of building’s
       School Improvement Team; member of Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, and Professional
       Learning (CIAPL) Team; STEM team member; Science Curriculum Designers, Incorporated
       Community of Practice Advisory Group member.
    ▪ Served as support liaison between DeKalb County Public Schools’ Biotechnology program and
       Georgia Institute of Technology; Georgia Bio; Gwinnett Technical College; The Georgia Department
       of Education, and additional external stakeholders.
    ▪ Assisted in the development, writing, and implementation of the Georgia Performance Based
       Curriculum Standards under the auspices of the Georgia Department of Education.
Georgia Virtual School, Atlanta, GA (Jan. 2008-Aug. 2011)
Online Science Educator
Expert online educator, who taught courses in Biology, Anatomy, & Physiology to assist students with
meeting their academic goals/requirements.
Key accomplishments:
   ▪ Revised and developed web pages that communicated and facilitated the learning environment for
       science concepts through online/web-based technologies.
   ▪ Applied educational/communication philosophies and theories in the development of curriculum and
       instructional strategies.

Ross Medical Education Center, Atlanta, GA (Jan. 2006–Jul. 2006)
Interim Campus Director
Served as interim campus director with a focus on student retention, and meeting state and federal mandates
to ensure program sustainability.
Key accomplishments:
    ▪ Accurately and consistently monitored and maintained documentation for state and federal
       accreditation requirements.
    ▪ Analyzed school enrollment and financial records to support retention efforts.
St. Charles Parish School Board, Boutte, LA (Aug. 2003–Jul. 2004)
Science Educator
Responsible for fostering critical thinking, and delivering differentiated instructed to a diverse population of
students at varying levels of academic competencies. Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local
mandates.
Key accomplishment:
    ▪ Facilitated instruction to meet the needs of students, in order to help them meet their
       personal/academic goals.

Orleans Parish School Board, New Orleans, LA (Aug. 2001–Jul. 2003)
Science Educator
Responsible for fostering critical thinking to a diverse population of at-risk students.
Key accomplishment:
    ▪ Facilitated instruction to meet the varying academic needs of high school students.


                                              RESEARCH INTERESTS

   ▪   Science Education
   ▪   Curriculum Development
   ▪   Public Health
           o Chronic Diseases: Childhood Obesity
           o Environmental Health
           o Autism
           o Infectious Diseases
                           INVITED SEMINAR/PANEL PRESENTATIONS

Presentations on various national and international panels regarding Science Education and Equity in
Science - Examples provided in the links below:

   ▪   Science Unconference (STEM in Georgia) (2022)
           o International: https://www.thepocketlab.com/video/scic8/the-future-of-stem-in-georgia

   ▪   Department of Education, Big Green Egg, and OutTeach (How to Implement Outdoor Learning
       Programs to Unlock Student Performance and Accelerate Learning) (2022)
          o National: https://www.out-teach.org/2022/04/25/teaching-and-learning-outdoors-webinar/

   ▪   Viewpoint Documentary with Dennis Quaid (Argument Driven Inquiry District Implementation to
       Support Equity and Access in Science Education) (2022)

   ▪   Georgia Association for Healthcare Executives (Creating Coalitions in Communities of
       Color to Increase COVID-19 Vaccine Confidence) (2022)

National/Regional Science Conference, Various Locations (Feb. 2010-Apr. 2012)
Featured Presenter
   ▪ NASA Astrobiology Institute Origins of Life Teacher Workshop, Astrobiology Science Conference,
       April 2012.
   ▪ NASA Astrobiology Educational Outreach: High School Summer Learning Program Poster initiative,
       Astrobiology Science Conference, April 2012.
   ▪ An astrobiology inquiry-based activity: What is Life?, Georgia Science Teacher Association
       Conference, February 2011.
   ▪ Implementation of a New Biotechnology Science/CTAE Curriculum, Georgia Career Technical
       Education Conference, July 2010.
   ▪ Implementation of a New Biotechnology Science/CTAE Curriculum, Georgia Career Technical
       Education Conference, February 2010.

                                 PROJECT & PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
   ▪   Clayton County District Summer Learning Programs
   ▪   K-2 and Middle School Integrated Curriculum
   ▪   Accelerated Middle School Science Pathway
   ▪   Science Education Professional Development
   ▪   NASA Astrobiology, Life on the Edge, Summer Learning Program
   ▪   Statewide Biotechnology Curriculum/Program Development
   ▪   Instructional Reflection/Course Evaluation/Assessment Development
   ▪   Grant Development/Reporting
   ▪   Data Analysis & Strategic Program Planning
   ▪   Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program
   ▪   Adult Education Literacy Program Development
                        CURRICULA & STANDARDIZED TEST DEVELOPMENT


▪   Developed and implemented district-wide summer learning programs that address various learning
    opportunities such as STEM and Advanced Learning for All to provide remediation through an
    acceleration model to improve student academic outcomes in core content areas.

▪   Developed a district wide initiative to address Environmental Sustainability through problem-based
    learning to address the challenges of obesity, food deserts, climate justice, etc. in order to empower
    students to protect their community and address current challenges that negatively impact their living
    environment.

▪   Designed and implemented district-wide integrated curriculum for K-2 and grades 6th and 7th to
    provide students with foundational knowledge in order to be successful in accelerated science learning
    pathways.
▪   Developed science course alignment with Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE)
    pathways to better support student’s opportunity for successful completion of STEM related pathways
    through alternative course sequence recommendations.
▪   Collaborated with Metro RESA and the GA Department of Education to design and implement
    professional development for K-12 Science teachers that addressed specific strategies for connecting
    ideas within and across content to deepen student understandings in science.

▪   Designed and implemented course entitled, Introductions to Biotechnology, and Applications of
    Biotechnology. The course is offered as a science elective for juniors and seniors in the state of
    Georgia. The effort involved co-writing extensive course, statewide standards.

▪   NASA Astrobiology, Life on the Edge, Summer Learning Program: Worked in tandem with Georgia
    Institute of Technology faculty, research scientists, and undergraduates to develop and implement a
    week-long summer enrichment program for high school students.

▪   DeKalb County Biology Common Core Georgia Performance Standards: Developed curriculum
    mapping for the course, unpacked and translated the Georgia performance Standards, then facilitated
    integration into the DeKalb County School district instructional units; reviewed and edited existing
    units. Developed new units, and common assessments that aligned to the standards and the expected
    level of understanding. Enhanced units to promote/target 21st century research/digital skills.

▪   DeKalb County Science Standardized Test Development: Assisted in the development and
    implementation of county-wide student assessments. Collaboratively worked to develop science
    benchmark, and Student Learning Objectives (SLO) tests. Collaborated with Pearson Consulting
    Company, and building/district leaders to ensure fidelity of science tests.
                                    RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
NASA Astrobiology Institute/ Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA (Jun. 2010–2013)
Summer Research Fellowship
Key contributions:
   ▪ School of Biology: Assisted in NASA research that primarily focused on the origins and early
      evolution of life on Earth. This research focuses on evolutionary synthetic biology, molecular
      evolution and the origins of life.
   ▪ Center for Enhancement of Teaching & Learning, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2014 Education
      Partnership Award, First Place (2014).
   ▪ School of Chemistry & Biochemistry: Assisted in NASA research that primarily focused on ribosomal
      origins and evolution. This research entailed working with an ancestral ribosome model.
   ▪ Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, & Computing (CEISMC), Georgia Intern
      Fellowship for Teachers, Paul A. Duke Action Plan Achievement Award, First (2011).
   ▪ NASA Astrobiology Master Teacher, Southeast Region.