TERRI H. MCGRUDER
Natchez
Summary
Accomplished professional educator and leader with proven expertise in teaching, curriculum development, supervision and program development. Strengths include developing creative curricula, observing and evaluating teachers, planning lessons, facilitating professional development workshops, and creating favorable learning environments for students and teachers. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful partnerships with community stakeholders.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach/Data Coach
Jefferson County School District
Fayette, MS
10.2019 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional modeling instructional strategies
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs and identified research-based instructional strategies
- Planned and implemented classroom delivery practices utilizing variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs
District Professional Development Coordinator/District MTSS Coordinator/District Test Coordinator
Jefferson County School District
Fayette, MS
07.2000 - Current
- Lead and facilitate district-wide professional development aligned with instructional goals, state standards, school improvement initiatives, and district literacy priorities to strengthen teaching effectiveness and student achievement.
- Coordinate and monitor the implementation of the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework through data analysis, progress monitoring, intervention support, and collaboration with administrators, teachers, and stakeholders.
- Oversee all district assessment programs by ensuring compliance with state testing requirements, maintain testing security, analyzing performance data, and guiding data-driven instructional decision-making.
- Provide instructional coaching and literacy support through classroom observations, modeling, feedback, and professional growth initiatives designed to improve instructional practices and teacher effectiveness.
- Support new teacher induction, instructional initiatives, and student-centered learning environments that promote continuous academic growth and district-wide success.
- Oversee new teacher induction and professional growth initiatives to support teacher effectiveness and retention.
Consultant
Team Build Consulting Group
Columbia, MS
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional modeling instructional strategies
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs and identified research-based instructional strategies
- Planned and implemented lesson utilizing variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs
Principal
Tensas Parish School District
St. Joseph, LA
08.2014 - 06.2019
- Aided in developing curriculum instructional strategies, lesson planning, and overseeing classroom activities creating an environment conducive to learning
- Promoted professional development experiences for faculty to further school’s vision of excellence
- Assisted with daily school operations including staff member coverage, scheduling daily attendance, and building maintenance; promoted a positive school culture with opportunity for student and teacher growth
Teacher
Concordia Parish School District
Vidalia, LA
08.2010 - 07.2014
- Developed curriculum and facilitated workshops for effective teaching
- Integrated National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI-Laying the Foundation) during Reading and English
- Empowered students to meet grade-level expectancies with a high energy level and a strong commitment to excellence
Teacher
Tensas Parish School District
St. Joseph, LA
08.2000 - 07.2010
- Empowered students with the necessary skills to meet grade-level expectancies
- Attended workshops that were essential for personal and professional growth
- Enhanced the use of technology in the classroom so that teaching/learning would be most effective
Education
Master of Elementary/Secondary Education -
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MSEd. D. Education/Educational Leadership - undefined
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ03-2012
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources and Finance
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05-2003
Bachelors of Science - Accounting and Business Administration
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05-1989
Skills
- School data evaluation
- Student instruction & facilitation
- Curriculum development
- Teacher supervision & support
- Active community involvement
- Parent & teacher liaison
- Motivating students
- Program development
- Involving community stakeholders
Certification
- National Institute for School Leadership (NISL) (September 2018-July 2019)
- Louisiana School Educational Leader
- LA-Middle School ELA
- MS-Business Education, Elementary Education, Middle School Math
LEADERSHIP ROLES (CONCORDIA PARISH)
- Trained teachers with the use of National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI-Laying the Foundation AP English)
- Trained teachers with the use of EAGLE
- Served on Vertical Team for 8th/9th Grade Transition
- Served on the Student Advisory Council
- Served on District Assessment Team (ELA)/Composed District Test (ELA: 2011-2012)
- 8th Grade Chairperson (2011-2013)
LEADERSHIP ROLES (TENSAS PARISH)
- ELA Department Chair (2005-2010)
- LINCS Facilitator (2004-2009)
- LINCS Leadership Team (2003-2008)
- School Improvement/Positive Behavior Support Team (2004-2010)
- Technology Committee (2001-2010)
- Northeast Louisiana Technology Fair Presenter (2004, 2008, 2010)
LEADERSHIP ROLES (JEFFERSON COUNTY)
- Oversee the planning and organizing of the New Teacher Academy (September 2021-present)
- District Level Task Force (April 2020-present)
- Identified milestones for virtual learning, offered solutions for technological barriers, and oversee the successful implementation and monitoring of distance learning
- District School Improvement Team (2019-2024)
HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
Support Staff of the Year: Jefferson County (2025-2026), Employee of the Month: Jefferson County (December 2023, August 2024, November 2022, July 2025), District Principal of the Year: Tensas Parish (2017, 2018), Teacher of the Year: Tensas Parish (2008-2009; 2003-2004), Teacher of the Year: Concordia Parish (2012-2013), Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Timeline
Instructional Coach/Data Coach
Jefferson County School District
10.2019 - Current
Consultant
Team Build Consulting Group
07.2019 - 10.2019
Principal
Tensas Parish School District
08.2014 - 06.2019
Teacher
Concordia Parish School District
08.2010 - 07.2014
Teacher
Tensas Parish School District
08.2000 - 07.2010
District Professional Development Coordinator/District MTSS Coordinator/District Test Coordinator
Jefferson County School District
07.2000 - Current
Ed. D. Education/Educational Leadership - undefined
University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources and Finance
Alcorn State University
Bachelors of Science - Accounting and Business Administration
Alcorn State University
Master of Elementary/Secondary Education -
Alcorn State University