Dedicated school administrator with a passion for working with diverse populations of students, parents and guardians in support of students’ success. Well versed in all areas of current education models including Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS), Response to Intervention (RtI), Special Education law, and Educator Effectiveness.
Skills
Skilled in collaboration and staff support to promote staff retention and personal growth
Proven track record for effectively addressing challenging situations involving families, children, and educators
Student centered leadership skills to promote student goal setting and accountability
Leadership with a shared vision of student growth and achievement to include parents/families and staff
Ability to develop relationships with educators and community members toward supporting the school mission and vision
Strong skills in data interpretation and data driven leadership
Work History
07/2013 to Current
Middle School PrincipalBrighton School District 27J – Brighton, CO,
Developed the "School within a School" model for middle school students to encourage student choice and expand opportunities for developing critical thinking through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Continually work to develop a strong culture where students and teachers work together in a shared model of learning. This model includes a daily Morning Meeting time where all staff members and many students regularly contribute and discuss current building issues, concerns, and celebrations. Continue to plan multiple extended overnight student field-trip retreats including a trip to Niagara Falls via the Great Lakes, Washington DC, Phantom Ranch camping trip, and Chicago. Developed all-school Encore days that focus on learning about service to the community, global learning, and environmental awareness to include all grade levels, kindergarten through eighth grade.
Proud to be an integral part of the improved state School Report Card Score.
Serve as an LEA for students in special education. Established a Special Education Task Force to determine our rights and responsibilities related to IDEA and Wisconsin Department of Instruction and how it aligns with our 2R Charter contract.
08/2009 to 06/2014
Middle School Math Teacher Brighton School District 27J – Brighton, CO,
Was selected by the District Superintendent, Michelle Hancock, to participate in the select group of Aspiring Administrators (ALII).
Worked on multiple district initiatives to support strong mathematics curriculum integration at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.
Continually worked with diverse populations of students and regularly improved test scores in mathematics.
Spent two years as a Technology Resource Teacher, supporting teacher use of technology in a 1:1 computer setting.
Worked collaboratively to manage 1:1 laptop implementation and supervision school wide
2007 to 11/2012
Adjunct Teacher "Math for Elementary Teachers"Alverno College – City, STATE,
Taught courses in elementary mathematics methods to graduate students in the Weekend College format.
Designed a hybrid course for future mathematics educators combining in-class instruction with on-line assessment and discussions.
Education
Expected in 2010
Master of Science: Educational Leadership Western Governor's University - Salt Lake City, Utah GPA:
Expected in 2006
Master of Science: Education, Middle Grades Mathematics Minor Walden University - Minneapolis, Minnesota GPA:
Expected in 2003
Bachelor of Science: Education, Minor in Mathematics Alverno College - Milwaukee, Wisconsin GPA:
Recipient of Harcourt Scholarship
Certifications
Wisconsin DPI #51, Principal (Professional Educator, Expires 6/30/2021
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