Assistant Head of School

• Jun 2021 - Present

TEACHER, 5th Grade

• Sep 2019 - Jun 2021

In this role, I maintained and fortified the value of rigor and high academic standards by collaborating with parents and community members. I directed the development of productive and innovative programs by working with the head and lower school division heads.• Received numerous accolades from parents, colleagues, and community on PBL projects by creating a student-centered culture in the classroom.• Taught students; 60% of students scored in the top ten percent on the Math Olympiad. Show less

AISNE Self Study Coordinator

• Sep 2019 - Jun 2021

During my role as Aisne Self Study Coordinator, I participated and supported the process of reviewing the mission, vision, and value statements to ensure teaching is aligned with the mission of the school. I have created a calendar with a timeline to complete the process in two-years by collaborating with the Head of School. I provided assistance to the leadership team to identify committee members, chairs, and contributors from the community, writers, and reviewers for the project. • Deployed innate expertise to break down self-study sections into reasonable chunks for staff and community.• Delivered quality leadership to select leaders in the building to serve as chairs.• Assigned committees for each section to resolve issues of governance.• Worked as an advisor to Head and consultant to improve programs.• Implemented best practices/processes to choose effective methods to collect data and facilitate committee writing.• Coordinated with the AISNE leadership team to develop presentations and communications for staff and the community. Show less

Graduate Assistant

• Aug 2017 - Aug 2018

During this tenure, I fortified grants and funding for the Center for Social Transformation and Leadership (CSTL) within the College of Education at Seattle University. I assisted the Seattle University leadership team in aligning the program's goals with the mission and core values. • Implemented processes and procedures to align initiatives with mission and vision by supporting the Program Director. • Assisted in completing federal grants to oversee and sustain research initiatives. • Delivered quality support to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for the center and grow programs to maximize program goals in education and the social sector. • Managed a wide range of tasks to devise and host relevant training, conferences, and programs to help students explore the role of social change, political engagement, and community organizing in efforts to build healthy communities. • Awarded Krueger Scholarship of $3,500 for academic excellence and service to the profession. Show less

TEACHER, 5th Grade & Science K-12 Liaison

• Jul 2016 - Jul 2018

Instruct students in various subject areas, utilizing various teaching methodologies to address diverse learning styles. Encourage a safe and inclusive classroom environment to aid in student learning. Assess student progression through the evaluation of classroom participation, homework assignments, and examinations. Selected accomplishments: • Boosted student achievement with 90% meeting/exceeding the standard on the Measure of Academic Performance (MAP) test in math and reading (2016 & 2017). • Aided in the alignment of the elementary curriculum, as the Science Curriculum Liaison. • Enriched learning environment by assisting with the procurement of $30K of resources for 1,000+ students. Show less

Teacher, 5th Grade

• Jul 2015 - Jul 2016

Guided academic advancement of students via various instructional strategies to engage individuals with course content. Developed lesson plans to include the integration of varied techniques addressing diverse learning needs. Supported academic progression via participation, homework, and testing. Selected accomplishments: • Directed student achievement through effective instructional strategies resulting in 88% of students attaining the math standard and 85% meeting the reading standard at low performing school. • Collaborated with the four member 5th-grade team to drive student success. The team was recognized for the highest grade level increase within the district, thus lifting of the school out of AYP. Show less

Teacher, 5th Grade

• Jul 2014 - Aug 2015

Offered classroom instruction for an all male student population, including facilitating learning centers and individual activities in reading, math, science, and social science. Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning, high academic achievement, appropriate behavioral outcomes, and positive student/ teacher interaction. Administered tests and student evaluations to validate progression and analyze data to improve outcomes. Selected accomplishment: • Drove student achievement at an academically low performing school, including 81% meeting the math standard, 78% achieving the reading standard, and 98% attaining identified reading goals. Show less

Career & Technical Director / Assistant Principal

• Jul 2006 - Jan 2014

Oversaw the administrative operations for all district career and technology programs, including management of a $3.5M budget. Promoted a cohesive environment by coordinating all aspects of the master schedule, curriculum adoptions, program evaluations, and faculty to establish a safe learning environment for 900+ students. Ensured collaborative school-wide engagement through the supervision and evaluation of 40+ professionals (counselors, teachers, librarians, employment specialists, case managers, custodial staff, and five part-time support staff). Facilitated all assessments including MAP, PSAT, Washington Language Proficiency, and annual state tests. Selected accomplishments: • Built a talented, student-focused team by recruiting, hiring, and evaluating teachers and classified staff. Utilized both Charlotte Danielson and Robert Marzano’s protocol to assess employee performance. • Enhanced academic support avenues by developing STEM initiatives via connector programs at the elementary/middle/high school levels, instituting 12 Advanced Placement Programs, and introducing AVID. • Promoted student services in the direction of job fairs, career nights, orientation, career development, and workshops (college admissions, financial aid, testing taking, study skills, time management, and job skills). • Navigated Foster High School to a designation as one of the top 1% of schools in the state for student growth in math (2010-2013). • Advanced student performance by increasing the state math assessment by 30%, the state reading and writing assessment by 20%. Overall students outperformed 99% of all schools on state assessments within the state of Washington for three consecutive years. • Achieved professional recognition as Assistant Principal of the Year for the Seamont League (2009) and with the Tukwila School District Partners in Education Honorable Mention (2012). Show less

Principal of Phoenix Academy

• Jul 2005 - Jun 2006

Nurtured an atmosphere conducive to learning and ongoing improvement via professional development opportunities, including the implementation of the 10 principles of the Coalition of Essential Schools. Developed and administered a $1M annual budget. Coordinated special education and all after-school programs. Selected accomplishments: • Heightened the institutional profile to showcase Phoenix Academy as a model school to expand the small school model within the state of Washington. • Effective organizational skills for site-based school management were highlighted in a documentary for break out schools. • Built a strong team via effective hiring, training, and evaluation, resulting in a 90%+ retention rate. • Optimized instructional and learning best practices by designing relevant professional development activities, including the utilization of curriculum maps to pace and coordinate growth throughout the year. • Designed assessment mechanisms for measuring the use of technology and curriculum integration. • Created and led textbook review committee, which reviewed, selected and purchased learning resources. • Dramatically improved student performance on state assessments as a result of securing funding to institute after school programming to address relevant areas. • Boosted technology integration through the application and receipt of a $150K grant. Show less

Dean of Students

• Sep 2004 - 2005

Teacher 7th & 8th Grade

• Sep 2000 - Jun 2004

Prepared lessons, applying a variety of teaching strategies addressing the various learning styles of students in the areas of English and Math. Worked with building administration to align curriculum to district and state standards. Department Head for Humanities Prepared lessons, applying a variety of teaching strategies addressing the various learning styles of students in the areas of English and Math. Worked with building administration to align curriculum to district and state standards. Department Head for Humanities