PRINCIPAL Resume Example Care - Lithonia, Georgia

PRINCIPAL

Education

Ph.D: Educational Leadership, 2009
MERCER UNIVERSITY - City, State

M.ED: 2002
MERCER UNIVERSITY - City, State

B.A: Paralegal Studies, 1995
MORRIS BROWN COLLEGE - City, State

Professional Summary

Innovative results-driven, instructional and transformational leader with advanced expertise in curriculum/program development, professional development of adults, management, student-focused learning and creative instruction styles and techniques (i.e. Remote learning, project-based learning, student focused instruction, etc.). Committed to providing empowering leadership through influencing and motivating. 20-year history in the field of education which includes managing top-performing faculty to cultivate student rapport, promote successful education delivery and achieve high academic growth. Skilled at identifying and setting goals and priorities and resolving issues.

Skills

Curriculum design, development and implementation
Grant writing, research
Conference presentations (International, Regional, State and Local agencies)
Creating and analyzing data
Strategic planning and implementation
Teaching, teacher mentorship and leadership development
Technology enhancement/Remote learning
Adept MS Office Suite/Productivity Apps/Software

Classroom Management
Operational improvement
Instructional coaching and leadership
Staff Development
Relationship building and networking
Professional development/Leadership training
Program Development

Work History

PRINCIPAL, 07/2018 to 09/2020
Care – Atlanta , GA

Managed and provided daily guidance for 25 teachers, teacher assistants, and support staff.
Established teaching and learning instructional practices driven by statistical performance data. Student's scores improved on state standards and nationally administered tests because of enhanced curriculum.
Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
Developed and implemented school marketing plans and new website.
Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding high academic expectations and student behavior. Reduced disciple referrals by 50% because of implementation of new admissions process and behavior procedures and policies (i.e. Restorative practices, Code of Conduct implantation, etc.).
Coordinated and implemented curriculum mapping and state standards for all subject areas to boost instruction quality and parent satisfaction.
Awarded Title II and CARES Act funding for teacher professional development and 1:1 Chromebook Initiative.
Delivered professional development and training opportunities for staff to ensure effective instructional practices and assessments are achieved and maintained based on academic data, surveys and classroom observations.
Met with parents individually or in groups to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
Oversaw and revamped administrative functions such as schedule management and protocols for admissions, orientation, registration and related activities.
Supervise afterschool program/clubs to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
Modeled expected and appropriate leadership behaviors to promote teaching staff and administrative personnel's positive interaction with students and families.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modifications.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness using Georgia's Teacher Keys Effectiveness System.
Supported human resources operations, including hiring, training, disciplinary action and termination in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures and cost-saving initiatives.
Oversaw Georgia Accrediting Commission, Inc. 2019 accreditation renewal process. School obtained accreditation for another five years because of complete/proper preparation of documents/data and noted significant improvements in policies, procedures and curriculum.

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL, 08/2014 to 07/2018
Innoventures Education-Dubai International Academy – City , STATE

Pre-K-12th private school)– Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Managed and provided daily guidance for 70 education professionals including teaching assistants and support staff; tasked with providing instructional guidance and emotional and social support for 650 students.
Coordinated scheduling and created and monitored student achievement documents.
Site team leader for yearly school inspections. Yearly school inspections were successful because documents/data were comprehensive; Received high ratings because of significant improvements.
Mentored, supervised and evaluated teachers and ensured appropriate substitute coverage when necessary.
Hired, managed and evaluated teachers and teacher assistants.
Provided professional development and training opportunities to staff to ensure effective instructional practices and assessments were achieved and maintained based on academic data, surveys and classroom observations.
Implemented/monitored Early Years Foundation Stage Framework, International Baccalaureate curriculum and Cambridge Curriculum instructional delivery to benchmark student progress and achievement and curriculum modifications.
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between stakeholders.

ENGLISH HEAD of FACULTY, 08/2011 to 08/2014
Department Of Knowledge And Education-ADEC – City , STATE

Supervised 30 teachers, including direct management of 12 Western teachers in developing and implementing English, Science, and Mathematics units/lessons.
Demonstrated model lessons for teachers and required adoption appropriate classroom instructional techniques.
Designed/monitored school-wide learning outcomes assessment test administered thrice yearly; student achievement increased by 25% within first year of implementation.
Delivered at least six monthly professional development trainings monthly to English and Arabic teachers/adminstrators on current educational practices and research; more than 35% of strategies introduced in these trainings were subsequently implemented.
Helped develop, create, and implement goals for school improvement plan; student achievement and teacher productivity significantly increased by 30%.
Developed and monitored school wide scheduling adoptions.
Launched new teacher mentoring program; created effective administrative communication system; and strengthened teacher planning and communication protocols which improved teacher retention by 35% increase.
Planned and facilitated "Reading Takes Us Everywhere" week community initiative to emphasize literacy and reading.

TEACHER/LEADERSHIP TEAM, 08/2004 to 08/2011
DeKalb County School System – City , STATE

Served on multiple school/district committees including those devoted to low-performing student tutorial programs, textbook adoption reviews, teacher advisory committee, professional development planning, student support data team, and professional learning communities.
Delivered monthly professional development trainings to Pre-K through 5th grade teachers on current educational practices and team building; 35% of ideas and strategies generated/introduced were implemented.
Served as Professional Learning Committee Chair, Title 1 Tutorial After School Co-coordinator, RTI Committee, School Representative Georgia Association of Educators/Organization of DeKalb Educator.
Earned highest scores consistently on evaluations for quality instruction in language arts, reading, math, science, and social studies through technology integration, experiential learning, and differentiated instruction.
Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches andinnovative classroom activities.
Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504/IEP plans as part of integrated mainstreamed, inclusive classroom; Student achievement yearly progressed increased by 30%.

Presentations

Staff Development for Educators, Mid-Western Differentiated, Instruction Conference (Chicago, Illinois). Presenter: Strategies for Closing the Achievement Gap for K-12, Next Steps; Discipline and Management: Tips for a Successful Learning Environment, Gr. K-12. 7/2011.
ASCD Annual Conference & Exhibit Show, (San Francisco, CA). Presenter: Cultural Awareness and Its Effect on Student Achievement. 3/2011.
National Association for the Education of Young Children Annual Conference (Anaheim, California). Presenter: Socioeconomics, Culture and Race: An Analysis of Middle Class African-American Students. 11/2010.
Midwestern Educational Research Association Conference (Columbus, Ohio). Presenter: Building Relationships and Improving Student Achievements through Multi-Year Education (Paper), The Other Parent: Building Relationships and Improving Student Achievement through Multi-Year Education (Symposium). Proposal Reviewer. 10/2010.
Staff Development for Educators, National Differentiated Instruction Conference (Las Vegas, Nevada). Presenter: Socioeconomics, Culture and Race: An Analysis of Middle Class African-American Students. 7/2010.
Eastern Educational Research Association Conference (Savannah, Georgia). Presenter: Socioeconomics, Culture and Race: An Analysis of Middle Class African-American Students. 2/2010.
Georgia Association of Young Children Conference (Atlanta, Georgia). Presenter: Using Authentic Literature for Mathematics Instruction. 11/1999,

Research

Doctorate Degree Research- conducted a study to determine the culture and behaviors of an elementary school to identify reasons for the low performance of middle-class African American students and to propose solutions to the educational community in minimizing the obstacles that affect teaching and learning.
Study Abroad Fellowship England. Researched, compared and recorded the differences and the similarities between the British Educational System and the American Educational system.
Master Thesis Research-The effects of using visualization when teaching mathematical concepts to first grade students.

Professional Affiliations/Membership

Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2009 - Present
Journal of Black Studies Article Reviewer, 2009 - Present
National Black Child Development Institute, 2009 - 2012
National Education Association/Georgia Association of Educators/Organization of DeKalb Educator, 2000 - 2011
National Association for the Education of Young Children, 2009 - 2011
Midwestern Educational Research Association Conference, 2010 - 2011
Eastern Educational Research Association, 2009 - 2010
Ruby Payne: A Framework for Understanding Poverty Trainer, 2002 - 2006

Grants

National Education Association Leadership and Learning Grant, 2010
National Education Association Student Achievement Grant, 2010
Georgia Association of Educators Student Achievement Grant, 2010
Kids in Need Teacher Grant, 2010

Additional Information

Selected as the 2009-2010 Redan Elementary Teacher of the Year.
Received a Resolution from the Georgia State Senate recognizing and commending contributions to public education (2010).
Received a congratulatory letter from the Governor of Georgia in recognition of outstanding service in public education for DeKalb County (2010).
Received a congratulatory letter from the DeKalb County CEO recognizing outstanding service in public education for DeKalb County (2010).

Community Service

Active in a graduate sorority chapter (Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.) member since 11/1992; overall mission is to provide scholarships, develop leadership skills, and to engage, as an organization with civic events and public service.
As a member, assisted with chartering a chapter in Georgia and the UAE (international); served on numerous committees and held leadership positions; chaired events and activities (fundraising and middle school girl mentorship which involved four modules-character building, educational enrichment, leadership development and civic engagement).
Provides service to labor camps in the UAE to include basic care/needs of the women (beauty day), helping to collect clothing, food, and toiletries, and providing academic tutoring to elementary students to help prepare for standardized testing.
Helped raise funds and participated in walks for ovarian and breast cancer, Alzheimer's, heart disease, and diabetes.
Participated in backpack, school supply, and dress collections for students in Africa.
Morris Brown College Alumni Association (1995-present). Raised funds for the school, solicited students to attend, oversaw the campus clean up, assisted with food drives, and served meals to the homeless during the holiday season.

Resume Overview

School Attended

MERCER UNIVERSITY
MORRIS BROWN COLLEGE

Job Titles Held:

PRINCIPAL
DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
ENGLISH HEAD of FACULTY
TEACHER/LEADERSHIP TEAM

Degrees

Ph.D : Educational Leadership , 2009
M.ED : 2002
B.A : Paralegal Studies , 1995

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