Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 20 years of experience as Principal for elementary school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently having high standards to meet the full potential of all.
Accomplishments
Nominated two times for Washington Post Outstanding Principal of the Year.
Awarded as a Blue Ribbon School in the state of Virginia
Opened a new school in Loudoun County VA
Presented at several different conferences
Skills
Relationship building and networking
Student achievement
Curriculum Development
Group facilitation and presentations
Team Building
Staff Development
Community engagement
Work History
02/2000 to Current
Elementary PrincipalMerrimack School District Sau26 – Merrimack, NH,
Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources and worked closely with the DIF to build a strong environment where students are problem solvers.
Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
Collaborated with financial technician to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families.
Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
Oversaw administrative functions such as schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Managed all details regarding student discipline.
Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
Researched and wrote proposals for educational grants.
Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information and assess employee thoughts.
Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students and teachers.
08/1998 to 01/2000
Middle School AdministratorSpring Education Group – Bartlett, IL,
Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education and worked closely with school discipline.
Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
Oversaw administrative functions such as schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
08/1986 to 06/1998
Elementary Teacher Winchester Public Schools – City, STATE,
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Education
Expected in 07/1994
Bachelor of Science: Licensure in School Administration/Supervision George Mason University - Fairfax, VA GPA:
Expected in 08/1986
Master of Science: Social Restoration Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - Slippery Rock, PA GPA:
Expected in 08/1985
Bachelor of Science: Special Education K-12, Elementary Education K-8 Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - Slippery Rock, PA GPA:
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