Director Of Instruction

• Jul 2019 - Present

Principal

• Jul 2012 - Jun 2019

As Principal, I observe and evaluate educational programs of a secondary school while leading and managing systems change. I cultivate a positive culture for teaching and learning by facilitating communication with staff and students and building collaborative relationships. I perform employee performance evaluation and encourage improvement and growth through strategic planning. I also developed and managed all aspects of the budget using cost analysis and needs assessment. Key accomplishments from this role include: ♦ Facilitated growth of high school rating from priority improvement to performance. Implemented an interim assessment system that provided curriculum guidance and reteach opportunities. ♦ Performed needs assessment and developed budget based on data; resulted in a cost savings of $250K. ♦ Planned and implemented Data Driven Instruction through professional learning communities. Aligned the outcomes across the departments, standardizing learning and focused PLC work. ♦ Increased enrollment in Advanced Placement and Concurrent classes by over 50%; exceeded state average in college credits upon entry. ♦ Facilitated design and management of new high school. Reviewed budget and timeline weekly to ensure completion and design were student and staff friendly, meeting needs, and within parameters. ♦ Oversaw grants management process and ensured objectives were met. Grants included Expelled & At-Risk Student Support, Counselor Corp, Graduation Pathways, GEAR-Up, and 21C. ♦ Increased graduation rate by 17% while exceeding state average. Show less

Principal

• Jul 2009 - Jun 2012

In this role, I oversaw observation and evaluation of educational programs for elementary and preschool curriculum. I promoted a culture that encourages growth in teaching and learning through collaboration and communication. I performed evaluation and improvement of employee performance. Led and managed systems change through targeted professional development. I also crafted and managed budget and grants after analyzing needs assessment. Key accomplishments from this role include: ♦ Spearheaded pilot program for Kindergarteners with intervention in response to incoming student data. ♦ Standardized preschool screening and benchmarks among local preschools serving the district. ♦ Performed needs assessment and developed budget based on data; realized $100K in cost savings. Further budgeted to meet needs of Title I plan. ♦ Managed School Improvement Grant, ensuring objectives were met. ♦ Achieved one of highest reading skills growth scores of schools in 2010. Show less

Assistant Principal

• 2007 - 2009

As Assistant Principal and Testing Coordinator, I managed a complex schedule of state and local assessments. I encouraged open communication among students and staff. I assisted in the evaluation of education programs and supervised students during non-instructional periods. I also planned, researched, and presented conferences on student and school issues for parents, students, and teachers. Key accomplishments from this role include: ♦ Developed and implemented Positive Behavior Support Systems that allowed students to more fully engage in learning. Promoted positive behavior through instruction, rewards, and appropriate discipline. ♦ Used data to lead the implementation of more effective intervention system to encourage students who were not making adequate growth. Resulted in most effective results in the district; ultimately needed enrollment cap. Show less

8th Grade Math Insrtuctor and Summer School Principal

• 2003 - 2007

As an 8th Grade Math Teacher, I developed and taught lessons in math by creating a multi-intelligence lesson planning and implementation system to engage and meet the needs of an inclusive eighth grade class. I also utilized data tracking to encourage students to work hard and build a growth-focused community; used findings to develop stimulating lessons and instructional activities. Key accomplishments from this role include: ♦ Exceeded national growth norms on NWEA testing for mathematics through increased student confidence and learning targets ♦ Implemented a behavior model that allowed our 8A Pod to have the highest student expectations and lowest discipline rate in the building Show less