Laquita C.

About Laquita C.

Dr. LaQuita Carter is a dedicated school administrator with a strong background in professional development, staffing, recruiting, curriculum, best practices, management and collaborative leadership. Dr. Carter has experience providing leadership and support within schools during transitional times. Dr. Carter is a top performer who contributes experience in forward-thinking Educational Administration, Collaborative Instructional Leadership, Curriculum Planning, Program Development, Budget Control, Team Building, and Regulatory Compliance. Additionally, Dr. Carter delivers effective academic action plans and conceptualizes various workable solutions. Dr. Carter is an ambitious self-starter capable of managing key administrative tasks within high-pressure situations.Dr. Carter\'s background includes skills in many areas, a few of which are:• Coaching Principals and teachers to use a variety of teaching strategies to ensure a learning environment conducive to all students.• Actively and effectively communicating with all school and community stakeholders the theories for learning.• Developing and maintaining thriving relationships with students, parents, and faculty.• Providing district-wide professional development to principals, teachers, coaches, and paraprofessionals using a wide variety of genre, including technology.• Coaching area instructional officers, principals, curriculum specialists, lead teachers and schools staff on using standards to increase achievement.• Analyzing school data to determine student performance, trends and patterns for growth.• Providing empowering staff development and training to teachers and school districts.• Training Principals on integrating technology into their classrooms.• Providing job-embedded coaching for immediate improvement.• Recognizing leaders and teachers strengths and opportunities for growth.

Experience

1. Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership

   Spring ISD

   Jul 2015 — Present

   Ensure the effective planning and implementation of district priority programs and projects that directly impact educator practice and scholar success. • Supervise and oversee the design, implementation of instructional programs for administrators and teachers. • Interface with community stakeholders in supporting the district initiatives. Liaise with local, state, and federal entities to keep current and aligned with educational developments and opportunities for partner support.

Education

• Nova Southeastern University

  Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General

  2004 — 2008

• Chicago State University

  Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Elementary Education

• Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences

  Diploma, High School

• Saint Xavier University

  Master of Arts in Administration & Supervision

• Saint Xavier University

  Master of Arts in Teaching & Leadership