Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Certification
Accomplishments
Professional Development & Specialized Training
References
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Genevieve Adams

Fort Collins

Summary

Instructional leader and curriculum specialist with over 10 years of experience designing inclusive, data-informed learning experiences. Adept at developing and facilitating impactful professional development for educators, leading district-wide curriculum initiatives, and mentoring teachers. Currently completing an EdD in Education Studies (July 2025). Seeking a hybrid or remote role in instructional design or educator development that leverages my passion for adult learning, cross-functional collaboration, and scalable innovation.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

Bill Reed Middle School
Loveland
08.2017 - 11.2025
  • Contributed to district's ELA curriculum adoption team, vetting myPerspectives through classroom trials and evaluations.
  • Co-designed and delivered site-based professional development for blended learning and technology tools implementation.
  • Authored original curriculum with teaching partner, aligning units to state standards for diverse learners across grades.
  • Conducted participatory action research study, resulting in feedback loop and scheduling tool adopted by school leadership.
  • Facilitated full-staff professional development as part of Inclusive and Supportive Culture Implementation Team, utilizing data for restorative interventions.
  • Instructed reading intervention classes for students performing 2–3 years below grade level, creating individualized learning plans based on iReady data.
  • Mentored first-year teachers in instructional planning, assessment practices, and classroom management routines.
  • Provided annual peer training on Alpine Education to ensure compliance with Colorado READ Act.

Curriculum Coordinator

Thompson School District
Loveland
01.2018 - 01.2024
  • Supported cross-site implementation of the myPerspectives ELA curriculum across all district middle schools, working with administrators and teachers to ensure consistent adoption and instructional alignment.
  • Facilitated teacher onboarding and co-developed shared resources including pacing guides, unit rubrics, and communication tools to support rollout.
  • Delivered site-based professional development and informal training sessions on curriculum components such as blended learning, Revision Assistant, and differentiated supports.
  • Helped troubleshoot resistance during early implementation phases by modeling lessons, providing tech guidance, and acting as a liaison between teachers and district leadership.
  • Contributed to the development of a shared instructional vision and helped align ELA practices across multiple middle school campuses.

Mentor Teacher

Bill Reed Middle School
Loveland
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Mentored two first-year teachers through their induction years, providing coaching in instructional planning, classroom management, formative assessment, and student engagement.
  • Met regularly with mentees to offer feedback, co-plan lessons, and reflect on growth aligned with state licensure standards.
  • Modeled strategies for inclusive teaching, literacy scaffolds, and restorative classroom practices based on district initiatives.
  • Served as a go-to peer coach within the department, offering informal support, resource-sharing, and problem-solving around instructional challenges.

PD Facilitator – Action Research Study Findings

Thompson School District
Loveland
01.2024 - 08.2025
  • Conducted a participatory action research study to evaluate and improve the structure of professional learning at the building level.
  • Collected and analyzed qualitative feedback from educators to identify gaps in PD effectiveness, scheduling, and relevance.
  • Presented findings to school leadership and staff, resulting in the adoption of a new PD feedback loop system and a customized tool for scheduling targeted, data-driven professional development.
  • Contributed to a more inclusive and responsive PD model by centering teacher voice and aligning offerings with both student data and instructional needs.

PD Facilitator – CRPBIS, Data-Informed Planning

Thompson School District
Loveland
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Selected to serve on the Inclusive and Supportive Culture Implementation Team, part of a district initiative aligned with Culturally Responsive Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (CRPBIS).
  • Analyzed school-level data related to attendance, behavior, and student support systems to identify patterns and guide decision-making.
  • Co-developed and co-facilitated a full-staff professional development session focused on restorative practices, relationship-building, and student belonging.
  • Contributed to ongoing planning and reflection efforts to build a more inclusive, trauma-informed school culture.

Reading Intervention Instructor

Bill Reed Middle School
Fort Collins
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Developed and implemented individualized reading instruction using iReady data.
  • Facilitated small-group instruction to enhance comprehension and fluency for below-benchmark readers.
  • Monitored student progress to identify and close learning gaps.

Additional Teaching Roles

Bill Reed Middle School
Loveland
10.2021 - Current

Bill Reed Middle School

Creative Writing Instructor

10/2021 - 12/2021

Thompson School District

Summer Scholars Instructor

06/2024 - 06/2025

University of Northern Colorado
Graduate Literacy Practicum Tutor (ELIT 671)

08/2018 - 12/2018

Academic Interventionist Reading

Thompson School District
Loveland
11.2025 - Current
  • Designed and implemented personalized learning plans for struggling students.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify intervention strategies for student support.
  • Monitored student progress through regular assessments and data analysis.
  • Provided professional development workshops for staff on intervention techniques.
  • Coordinated communication between parents, teachers, and support staff regarding interventions.
  • Facilitated small group sessions to address specific academic challenges.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of interventions and adjusted approaches as needed.

Education

Doctorate in Education Studies (EdD) -

University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
07.2025

Master’s in Literacy -

University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
01.2019

Bachelor of Arts in English Education with Licensure -

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
01.2017

Associate of Arts -

Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, CO
01.2014

Skills

Instructional Leadership & Learning Design
  • Curriculum Design & Implementation (PK–12 and Adult Learners)
  • Professional Development Planning & Facilitation
  • Instructional Coaching & Peer Mentorship
  • Inclusive & Culturally Responsive Practices
  • Hybrid and Remote Learning Environments
  • Project Management & Change Facilitation
  • Participatory Action Research & Data-Driven Decision Making
Tools & Technologies
  • Google Workspace for Education (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom)
  • Learning Platforms: Nearpod, Canvas, iReady, Revision Assistant
  • Data Systems: Alpine, READ Act Compliance Tools
  • AI & EdTech Tools for Engagement and Assessment
  • Zoom, Loom, Jamboard, Padlet
  • LMS & Curriculum Tools (eg, myPerspectives, PLC frameworks)

Awards

Thompson School District Award of Excellence – 2018, CSU Dean’s List – 2015, Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society – 2015

Certification

  • Colorado State Teaching License (English 7–12), Active – License #333500
  • Cosmetology License (TN to CO), Active since 2011

Accomplishments

Dissertation: Teachers' Perceptions on Success and Effectiveness of Required Professional Development in a Northern Colorado Middle School

  • Findings applied to PD planning in Thompson School District.

Professional Development & Specialized Training

Leadership & Organizational Development

  • Solution Tree – PLC Development, Parts I & II (2023–2024)
  • Thompson SD – Creating a Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum (7th Grade ELA, 2024)
  • Thompson SD – Equity-Centered School Planning & Leadership Training (2022–2023)
  • Thompson SD – Coaching & Mentoring for New Teachers (2021–2022)

Instructional Design & Program Implementation

  • SAVVAS – myPerspectives Program Activation & Implementation (2023)
  • Thompson SD – Differentiated Instruction for Inclusive Classrooms (2022)
  • Google Certified Educator Training (Level I – 2023)

Equity, Culture & Trauma-Informed Practice

  • Thompson SD – Trauma-Informed & Inclusive School Culture (2025)
  • Thompson SD – CRPBIS Training & Restorative Practices (2023)
  • EL Education – Equity, Culture & Diversity for English Learners (2020)
  • Reading in the Wild Book Study – Culturally Responsive Literacy (2019)

Collaborative Learning & Engagement

  • Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures (2021–2023)
  • AI Tools for Student Engagement & Writing Feedback (2024 self-directed)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Academic Interventionist Reading

Thompson School District
11.2025 - Current

PD Facilitator – Action Research Study Findings

Thompson School District
01.2024 - 08.2025

PD Facilitator – CRPBIS, Data-Informed Planning

Thompson School District
08.2023 - 08.2023

Reading Intervention Instructor

Bill Reed Middle School
08.2023 - 05.2024

Additional Teaching Roles

Bill Reed Middle School
10.2021 - Current

Mentor Teacher

Bill Reed Middle School
08.2021 - 05.2022

Curriculum Coordinator

Thompson School District
01.2018 - 01.2024

Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

Bill Reed Middle School
08.2017 - 11.2025

Doctorate in Education Studies (EdD) -

University of Northern Colorado

Master’s in Literacy -

University of Northern Colorado

Bachelor of Arts in English Education with Licensure -

Colorado State University

Associate of Arts -

Front Range Community College
Genevieve Adams