Alice Nana
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dynamic urban education leader with over five years of proven success in fostering teacher development, enhancing school culture, and elevating student performance. Expertise honed at the University of Pennsylvania in culturally responsive pedagogy, integrating identity, belonging, and rigor into instructional and leadership practices. Committed to a leadership approach that emphasizes warm demand, strategic collaboration, and equity-centered design, ensuring that all students and staff feel valued, supported, and empowered to achieve excellence. Passionate about creating inclusive environments where every individual can thrive academically and socially.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data and Instruction Specialist
Universal Audenried Charter High School
Philadelphia, PA
05.2026 - Current
- Lead the development and implementation of data-driven instructional systems across STEM departments, partnering with teachers and school leaders to analyze achievement data, identify learning gaps, and execute targeted action plans that accelerate student growth.
- Design and facilitate high-impact professional development, instructional coaching cycles, and learning experiences that strengthen teacher effectiveness, increase instructional rigor, and improve student outcomes in mathematics and science classrooms.
- Build and manage comprehensive data dashboards, assessment trackers, and progress-monitoring systems, translating complex student performance data into actionable insights that inform instructional and organizational decision-making.
- Collaborate with administrators, department leaders, and teachers to develop standards-aligned curriculum resources, intervention strategies, and assessment practices that promote equitable access to rigorous STEM learning.
- Conduct classroom observations, provide actionable feedback, and facilitate coaching conversations that drive measurable improvements in lesson design, student engagement, academic discourse, and instructional delivery.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging data analysis, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen instructional systems, increase teacher capacity, and improve overall student achievement outcomes.
Grade Level Chair
KIPP High School
Camden, NJ
07.2022 - 04.2026
- Increased Algebra I proficiency from 10% → 63% by designing reteach systems, realigning pacing guides, and facilitating weekly DDI-driven data meetings.
- Boosted 9th grade attendance by 8% EoY through incentive design, family engagement strategies, and structured teacher-to-student connection routines.
- Improved classroom culture by aligning Tier 1 routines and reducing disruption trends across all core content classrooms.
- Coached and developed a Culture Support staff member into an Assistant Dean, providing feedback, modeling, and targeted leadership coaching cycles.
Summer School Logistics Coordinator
KIPP High School
Camden, NJ
07.2022 - 04.2026
- Coordinated logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of educational materials and supplies.
- Developed and implemented efficient inventory management processes for classroom resources.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate contracts, enhancing service quality and reducing costs.
- Trained staff on best practices for logistics procedures, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Analyzed logistical data to identify trends, informing strategic decisions for resource allocation.
Instructional Coach
KIPP High School
Camden, NJ
07.2022 - 04.2026
- Coached 3 teachers to measurable rubric growth, strengthening lesson execution, questioning, and academic insistence.
- Served as lead coach for the building's top-performing science teacher, facilitating rigor alignment to network expectations.
- Co-led co-observation cycles with school leaders to enhance instructional calibration, data ownership, and teaching alignment.
- Transitioned from coach to Grade Level Chair because of exemplar performance with teaching staff
Algebra I Lead Teacher
KIPP High School
Camden, NJ
07.2021 - 04.2026
- Developed and executed targeted small-group interventions and discourse-based instruction to significantly improve semester assessment results from 10% to 63%.
- Designed innovative math experiences that emphasized cultural relevance and incorporated storytelling elements to enrich mathematical understanding.
Elementary School Teacher
Uncommon Schools
Camden, NJ
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans that align with state curriculum standards.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored feedback.
Elementary School Teacher (Student Teaching Year)
Southampton Elementary School
Sounthampton, NJ
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Education
M.S.Ed. - Education, Culture & Society
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA05.2023
B.A. - Elementary Education
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05.2020
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Teacher mentoring
- School safety
- Educational technology
- Project-based learning
- Community partnerships
- Special education
- Gifted education
- Cultural history
- Parent engagement
- Adaptability
- Employee performance evaluations
- Expert problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Documentation management
Accomplishments
- Increased Algebra I proficiency from 10% to 63% by coaching teachers on data-driven instructional practices, targeted interventions, and standards-aligned lesson planning.
- Led a ninth-grade team serving over 100 students, leveraging attendance, behavior, and academic data to improve on-track rates and reduce course failures.
- Facilitated professional development sessions and coaching cycles annually, strengthening teacher effectiveness and promoting consistent implementation of high-impact instructional strategies.
Certification
Teaching Certification
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Data and Instruction Specialist
Universal Audenried Charter High School
05.2026 - Current
Grade Level Chair
KIPP High School
07.2022 - 04.2026
Summer School Logistics Coordinator
KIPP High School
07.2022 - 04.2026
Instructional Coach
KIPP High School
07.2022 - 04.2026
Algebra I Lead Teacher
KIPP High School
07.2021 - 04.2026
Elementary School Teacher
Uncommon Schools
07.2020 - 06.2021
Elementary School Teacher (Student Teaching Year)
Southampton Elementary School
09.2019 - 06.2020
M.S.Ed. - Education, Culture & Society
University of Pennsylvania
B.A. - Elementary Education
Rowan University
Selected Leadership Impact
- Teacher Development: Coach novice and veteran teachers toward measurable growth on network rubric indicators.
- Culture Systems: Build attendance, behavior, and recognition systems to improve both student and teacher consistency.
- Equity Lens: Embed identity-affirming content across math curricula and coaching models.
- Leadership Pipeline: Successfully developed internal staff into school-level leadership roles.
Core Leadership Competencies
- Instructional Coaching
- Data-Driven Instruction & Progress Monitoring
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Team Leadership & Development
- Strategic Planning
- Equity-Centered Design