BRIANNE L. PEARCE
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205
Warrenville,IL
2
Languages
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Results-driven Learning & Curriculum Specialist with 12+ years of experience designing, evaluating, and delivering multi-modal educational programs across diverse learner demographics. Expert in applying instructional design principles, learning theories, and data-driven needs assessments to translate complex content into engaging, goal-oriented learning experiences. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, managing curriculum pilot programs, and leveraging educational technology platforms to maximize learner retention and performance outcomes.
Work History
Reading Specialist & Learning Facilitator
1 Year 9 Months- Conduct comprehensive learning needs assessments, benchmark evaluations, and progress monitoring to measure learner growth and optimize program effectiveness.
- Adapt and customize instructional materials for targeted Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions, addressing critical skill gaps and optimizing learner performance.
- Partner cross-functionally with educators and specialists across multiple subject areas to align curriculum strategies and improve instructional delivery across teams.
- Leverage digital learning tools and assessment platforms (Amplify, Lexia, HD Word, easyCBM, ReadWorks) to deliver personalized, tech-enabled learning solutions.
- Serve on the PBIS committee to evaluate behavioral data and recommend systemic, data-informed improvements.
Curriculum Developer & Educator
9 Years- Designed, developed, and iterated standards-aligned curriculum modules tailored for varied learning styles and ability levels, including ESL, co-taught, and gifted populations.
- Curated and evaluated new curriculum solutions during district pilot initiatives, serving as the strategic liaison between district administrators and building-level staff.
- Spearheaded Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings to analyze learner metrics, reflect on instructional delivery, and design iterative learning strategies.
- Integrated educational technologies to build interactive, project-based, and inquiry-based learning modules that increased user engagement.
- Mentored new personnel by providing actionable feedback, instructional coaching, and guidance on organizational workflows and compliance standards.
Instructional Specialist & ELA Educator
2 Years- Adapted and authored custom instructional assets and modules for diverse learner groups and bilingual environments.
- Facilitated district-wide technology integration for 1:1 hardware initiatives, training staff members on effective technology adoption and tools.
- Collaborated with cross-functional committees to analyze outcome metrics and co-develop formative and summative assessments.
- Contributed to the District 131 Improvement Taskforce, utilizing data insights to significantly elevate standardized assessment scores across target cohorts.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
- 4.0 GPA
- summa cum laude graduate
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
- 4.0 GPA
- summa cum laude graduate
Bachelor of Arts - English
- 4.0 GPA
- summa cum laude graduate
Skills
Instructional Design & Methodology: ADDIE
Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Project-Based Learning (PBL)
Needs Analysis
Assessment & Evaluation Design
Learning Technology & Platforms: Google Workspace
LMS/CMS Platforms
Amplify
Lexia
HD Word
ReadWorks
easyCBM
Project Management & Leadership: Cross-Functional Collaboration
Pilot Program Management
Professional Development & Mentorship
Stakeholder Alignment
Learning Management Systems (LMS) & Platforms: Google Classroom/Workspace
Amplify
Lexia
HD Word
easyCBM
ReadWorks
Content Creation & Authoring Tools: Microsoft Office 365 (Word
PowerPoint
Excel)
Google Suite
Interactive Multimedia Integration
EdTech Integration: Digital Learning Integration
Virtual & Blended Learning Delivery
1:1 Device Program Implementation
Affiliations
International Literacy Association (ILA), National Education Association (NEA), National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE).
Certification
Google for Education Certification, Professional Educator License (PEL): Curriculum & Instruction, Reading Specialist, Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS I), English as a Second Language (ESL)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & HONORS
Awards: Excellent Educator Evaluation Rating (2016–Present), Degree with Distinction (4.0 GPA), NIU Exemplary Student Teacher Award., Memberships: International Literacy Association (ILA), National Education Association (NEA), National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE).
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Reading Specialist & Learning Facilitator
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Curriculum Developer & Educator
Community Unit School District 200
01.2016 - 01.2025Read More
Instructional Specialist & ELA Educator
East Aurora School District 131
01.2014 - 01.2016Read More
Olivet Nazarene University
Master of Arts from Reading Specialist
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Olivet Nazarene University
Master of Arts from Curriculum and Instruction
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Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts from English
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