Assistant Principal

• Jun 2021 - Present

English Language Arts Lead Educator 6th Grade

• Sep 2017 - May 2021

I am passionate about elevating student achievement through intentional teacher coaching and leadership. I began my career working as an administrator in higher education. I went back to school to attain my teaching license to have a greater impact on students at a younger age. I have an Education Specialist degree (Ed.S.) in Educational Leadership and an administrator license at the K-12 level. I am seeking opportunities to utilize my leadership abilities to help diverse teachers and students become productive, competent, and independent thinkers who love to learn. In this position I have done the following: -Promote student achievement through rigorous curriculum, student engagement, best practices, and data-driven decisions aligned to the state curriculum - Plan and facilitate departmental Professional Learning Communities using data to collaborate with other educators when creating interdisciplinary and progressive lessons - Work as a leadership team member creating effective change in the school’s instructional, educational, and social programming geared towards promoting the mission and vision of the school and school district In my past work experience, I have built done the following: -Fostered collaborative relationships as a teacher, parent liaison, and Community Director -Participated in strategic planning and management of building operations for 400-900 students in Secondary schools and Higher Education Residential Communities -Mentored and evaluated students, teachers, paraprofessionals, and graduate student staff -Analyze and interpret data to drive decision-making processes and adjust systems and approaches as needed Because of these experiences, I have developed multifaceted communication and organizational skills that supports my ability to support teachers and students. Show less

ELA Educational Instructor

• Jul 2015 - Jul 2017

In my past position, I developed and implemented educational strategies and techniques used during instruction to meet students' interests and varying educational, physical, and social development needs. I also planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate. I presented lessons using a variety of instructional techniques and formats such as role playing, simulations, group discussions, media, and lectures. I conferred with students, educational team members, and parents to resolve academic and behavioral problems. I monitored, evaluated, and recorded teaching strategies for program effectiveness as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations. Show less

Social Studies and Language Arts Teacher

• Nov 2009 - May 2015

I have developed and implemented educational strategies and techniques used during instruction to meet students' interests and varying educational, physical, and social development needs. I also planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate. I presented lessons using a variety of instructional techniques and formats such as role playing, simulations, group discussions, media, and lectures. I conferred with students, educational team members, and parents to resolve academic and behavioral problems. I monitored, evaluated, and recorded teaching strategies for program effectiveness as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations. Show less

Assistant

• Jul 2008 - Feb 2009

Responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the front desk which included overseeing work performance, work flow, scheduling patients, scheduling depositions, maintaining the patient filing system, and acting as a liaison between the patient and doctor. This position required excellent organizational, written and oral communication and problem-solving skills. I had to be capable of handling multiple priority tasks in a fast-paced environment. I also utilized various computer software applications. Show less

Substitute Teacher

• Apr 2008 - Aug 2008

As a substitute teacher, I taught prepared lessons for various grades and subject areas. As a substitute teacher, I taught prepared lessons for various grades and subject areas.

Community Director

• Jun 2006 - Jun 2007

Work Responsibilities: Developed, coordinated, and implemented programming, community development, and educational leadership initiatives for 900 diverse students in three residential halls. On-Call emergency responder for Student Life. Created collaborative partnerships within the community. Supervised Resident Assistants, Desk Assistants, an Office Manager, and a Graduate Assistant. Trained, counseled, advised and evaluated Para-professionals and student staff in the areas of community building, staff development and leadership development. Managed programming, special events, and supplied budgets for three residential halls as well as reconciled and performed administrative budgeting tasks. Committee Involvement: Men Against Violence,Womens Resource Center, Judicial Committee, Operations Improvement Task Force, Policy and Procedure Committee, Sexual Health Working Group, Housing Leadership Initiatives Show less

Residence Hall Director

• Jan 2005 - Jun 2006

Work Responsibilities: Developed, coordinated, and implemented programming, community development, and educational leadership initiatives for on campus students. Provided advisory and/or non-therapeutic counseling services for university residents. On-Call emergency responder for Student Life. Collaborated with multiple university departments in efforts to promote and foster student development. Created collaborative partnerships within the community. Supervised a staff of undergraduate Resident Assistants and Desk Assistants. Served as a Judicial Hearing Officer. Co-chaired and advised a 12 member Student Judicial Board for the Department of Student Housing and Residence Life. Committee Involvement: Resident Assistant Selection Committee Southeastern Association of Housing Officers, Regional Entry Level Institute, Planning/Housing Committee Resident Assistant Selection Committee Residence Hall Council : Advisor Student Personnel Association Show less

Resident Assistant

• Aug 2001 - Jun 2003

Provided assistance to residential students in order to ensure that each student had a great, meaningful and life altering college experience. Created programming for various student populations based on the Wellness Model of student development. Completed multiple administrative duties to assist Resident Directors of the department. Provided assistance to residential students in order to ensure that each student had a great, meaningful and life altering college experience. Created programming for various student populations based on the Wellness Model of student development. Completed multiple administrative duties to assist Resident Directors of the department.