ELA

Tayler McCormack
K-8 Literacy Intervention
tayler_mccormack@charleston.k12.sc.us
Tayler McCormack is a skilled instructional leader with expertise in elementary ELA curriculum, data-driven instruction, and teacher coaching. As a Literacy Coach at North Charleston Elementary, she has led PLCs, implemented standards-based tracking systems, and designed a master schedule that supports targeted interventions and instructional improvement.

Devon Milling
Read to Succeed Support Specialist
devon_milling@charlestoncountyschools.gov
Devon Milling is a dynamic education professional dedicated to advancing literacy and student achievement through the Read to Succeed initiative. She collaborates with educators to strengthen instructional practices, supports data-informed decision-making, and ensures that all students have access to high-quality, impactful literacy experiences. Devon is committed to fostering growth, building school capacity, and driving meaningful outcomes across the district.

Dana Sullivan
Elementary Schools
dana_sullivan@charleston.k12.sc.us
Dana Sullivan is a veteran educator and district instructional specialist with 20 years of experience in elementary ELA, curriculum implementation, and instructional coaching. She has led districtwide professional development, supported curriculum alignment, facilitated data-driven PLCs, and developed targeted interventions to improve student outcomes a CCSD.

Mia Riddle
Elementary Schools
Mia Riddle is a veteran literacy leader and current Director of Student Support Services with expertise in MTSS, instructional coaching, and data-driven intervention. With over two decades in education—including roles as a CCSD literacy coach, reading interventionist, and teacher—she has led district-wide literacy initiatives, implemented LETRS and CKLA, and coached educators to improve instruction for diverse learners.

Erin Wall
Middle/High Schools
erin_wall@charleston.k12.sc.us
Erin Wall is a seasoned instructional leader and ELA coach who has significantly raised student achievement at Laing Middle School through strategic curriculum implementation, teacher coaching, and data-informed decision-making. With experience as a lead teacher, literacy coach, and department chair, she excels in professional development, standards alignment, and creating inclusive instructional practices.

Dr. Patty Tate
Middle/High Schools
patty_tate@charleston.k12.sc.us
Dr. Patty Tate is an award-winning educator and current instructional coach at Lucy Beckham High School, with extensive experience in English instruction and educational leadership. A former South Carolina Teacher of the Year and National Board Certified teacher, she has served in multiple district and state-level leadership roles, authored curriculum, and delivered impactful professional development across the state.

Felicia White
felicia_white@charleston.k12.sc.us
Dr. Felicia White is a literacy leader with experience in curriculum development, structured literacy, and instructional coaching. With more than 15 years in education—including roles as a district ELA curriculum consultant, literacy coach, and classroom teacher—she has led districtwide literacy initiatives, designed standards-aligned curriculum and assessments, and partnered with school-based instructional leadership teams to strengthen Tier 1 instruction through coaching, data analysis, and intentional planning. She is passionate about building educator capacity to improve literacy outcomes for all students.
Sarah Helms
ELA Elementary
sarah_helms@charleston.k12.sc.us
Sarah Helms brings experience as a classroom teacher, instructional leader, and MTSS Coordinator, with a passion for supporting high-quality literacy instruction and improving outcomes for all students. Sarah holds a master's degree in Literacy and Response to Intervention, as well as a certification in Educational Leadership. She is committed to partnering with teachers, school leaders, and district teams to strengthen English Language Arts instruction, build instructional capacity, and ensure every student has access to engaging, equitable learning opportunities.

Rosalind R. Stever
Secondary ELA Content Facilitator
rosalind_stever@
Rosalind Stever is an experienced middle school ELA educator who is passionate about helping teachers strengthen instruction and improve student outcomes. Before joining Charleston County School District, she taught in Lawrence, Massachusetts, and with Uncommon Schools in Rochester, New York. Throughout her career, she has served as an ELA department chair, mentor teacher, and leader of schoolwide curriculum and instructional initiatives. Rosalind enjoys designing and facilitating professional learning and partnering with teachers to provide data-driven instructional support through PD and PLCs.