Markisha Mitchell rd

                               Markisha Mitchell, Ed.D




PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Assertive and energetic professional administrator with eleven years of experience
supporting school improvement, leadership and instructional coaching, developing
strategic alliances and implementation of administrative support systems that enable
effective daily operations. My passion for DEI drives decision making and professional
development learning paths. I believe in equitable educational outcomes with a
student centered improvement process.

EDUCATION
Doctorate in Educational Leadership                               December, 2017
National Louis University                                         Chicago, IL

Master of Arts in Educational Leadership                          June, 2008
Concordia University                                              River Forest, IL

Master of Arts in Teaching                                        June, 2005
National Louis University                                         Wheeling, IL

Bachelor of Science in Marketing                                  May, 2000
Illinois State University                                         Normal, IL

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Curriculum Coordination            Staff Evaluation        Written Communication
Instructional Coaching             Process Improvement     Community Relations
Financial Management               Hiring Coordination     Professional Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Chief of Staff, Evanston-Skokie School District            July 2022 - Present
   ● Work directly with the Superintendent on the development and
       implementation of strategic initiatives.
   ● Chair the district’s DEIB leadership team. Develop and implement professional
       development opportunities with tangible outcomes. Create measurable
       strategies to disrupt identified racial structures.
   ●   Vet potential vendors and professional development providers across various
       disciplines.
   ●   Facilitate meetings and collaborate with district level directors and principals
       to ensure alignment of our vision and uncover their professional needs.
   ●   Coordinate meetings for caregiver/parent and student advisory groups.



Principal, Dirksen Junior High School, Joliet, IL         July 2017 - June 2022
   ● Demonstrated school leadership with implementation of a coherent,
       culturally-responsive curriculum
   ● Evaluated and coached certified and non-certified staff to improve
       instructional and leadership capacity
   ● Developed and implemented academic and social-emotional programs
   ● Streamlined the MTSS process to improve student academic and behavioral
       outcomes
   ● Generated staff professional development on equity, inclusion and
       microaggressions in the classroom
   ● Increased student growth on standardized assessments to over 65% in math
       and ELA



Principal, Hawk Hollow Elementary School, Bartlett, IL      July 2013 - June 2017
   ● Developed and implemented policies, programs, curriculum activities and
       budgets to promote the development of each student and staff member
   ● Streamlined and executed the broad goals of the school and ensured the school
       program was compatible with the legal, financial and organizational structure
       of the district

Assistant Principal, Abbott Middle School, Elgin, IL      July 2011 - June 2013
   ● Implemented restorative practices with students and staff
   ● Formulated code of ethics and disciplinary procedures for staff
   ● Monitored students’ daily attendance, school safety and teacher supervision
   ● Observed and evaluated teacher performance. Administered professional
       development

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Elgin School District
Canton Middle School, AVID Teacher, 2010-2011
Larsen Middle School, ELA Teacher, 2006-2010
Sheridan Elementary School, Fifth Grade Teacher, 2005-2006
DISTRICT LEADERSHIP
   ● Lead chair of DEIB Leadership Team
   ● Recruiting and Retention Team
   ● Threat Assessment Committee
   ● School Assessment and Leadership Team
   ● Joliet Partnership Initiatives Team

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
  ● Recipient of the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Those Who Excel
     Award for DEI
  ● Consistent annual increase in student growth based upon formal assessments
  ● Increased cultural proficiency of staff through trimesterly professional
     development
  ● Implemented Ron Clark’s House system to develop a positive school culture
     and community
  ● Successfully partnered with multiple local organizations to increase student
     exposure and provide student support