Abigail Standley
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Assistant Principal with a strong background in educational leadership, instructional design, and fostering community partnerships. Proven success in staff development, student welfare, and event coordination. Confident leader dedicated to process and procedure. Exceeds expectations for staff performance, consistently enforces rules and seeks opportunities for team improvement. Offers high integrity, attention to detail and excellent decision-making abilities. Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to pulse of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Academies of Math and Science-Flower
Phoenix , AZ
06.2023 - Current
- Developed and led professional development sessions for faculty, enhancing teaching methodologies
- Managed a caseload of over 50 teachers and staff, providing coaching and support
- Conducted restorative meetings with parents and families to address student concerns
- Analyzed data and implemented strategic plans to improve educational outcomes
- Orchestrated large-scale on and off-campus events, including an event attended by over 300 families
- Collaborated with community organizations to enrich student experiences and resources
- Coordinated with Phoenix PD and DCS agents to ensure student welfare and safety
- Facilitated communication through articulate emails to document coaching conversations and provide real-time feedback.
6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Academies of Math and Science-Desert Sky
Phoenix , AZ
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Taught ELA and Social Studies to 6th-grade students, fostering a positive learning environment
- Designed challenging lesson plans and differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs
- Led the 6th-grade team and served as principal intern, gaining leadership experience.
Assistant Principal of Special Programs
Southwest Leadership Academy
Phoenix , AZ
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported teachers in adopting new programs through training and professional development
- Managed discipline and oversaw night school and summer school programs
- Instructed classes on drones and ATI, enriching the curriculum.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Saddle Mountain Unified School District
Tonopah , AZ
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Taught and differentiated instruction for 24 fourth-grade students
- Sat on District Superintendent's Board.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Buckeye Elementary School District
Buckeye , AZ
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Educated 28 fifth-grade students with a focus on academic and social growth.
Head Start Teacher
Blueprints
Morrisville , PA
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Established strong relationships with children and families, gaining valuable classroom experience.
Member/Volunteer
KEYS AmeriCorps
Pittsburgh , PA
- Contributed to various community service activities and youth engagement initiatives.
Education
BA Early Childhood Education/Special Education -
Waynesburg University
04.2017
MEd Educational Leadership -
Arizona State University
MEd Instructional Design and Technologies -
Arizona State University
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Instructional design
- Staff development
- Event coordination
- Coaching and support
- Data analysis
- Strategic planning
- Community partnerships
- Student welfare and safety
- Communication skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum enrichment
- Training and professional development
- Standardized testing and scoring
- Performance standards and analysis
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Personnel Management
- Critical Thinking and Judgment
- School Facilities and Operations
- Discipline management
- Student and parent relations
- Instructional Leadership
- Teacher Mentoring
- Performance Evaluations
Personal Information
Title: Assistant Principal
References
Available upon request
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Pennsylvania Early Childhood Education: Teaching License Prek-3
- Arizona Emergency School Leadership License
- Arizona Teaching Certification Grades K-4
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Academies of Math and Science-Flower
06.2023 - Current
6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Academies of Math and Science-Desert Sky
08.2021 - 06.2023
Assistant Principal of Special Programs
Southwest Leadership Academy
07.2021 - 08.2021
Fourth Grade Teacher
Saddle Mountain Unified School District
07.2019 - 07.2021
Fifth Grade Teacher
Buckeye Elementary School District
07.2018 - 05.2019
Head Start Teacher
Blueprints
10.2017 - 02.2018
Member/Volunteer
KEYS AmeriCorps
BA Early Childhood Education/Special Education -
Waynesburg University
MEd Educational Leadership -
Arizona State University
MEd Instructional Design and Technologies -
Arizona State University
- Pennsylvania Early Childhood Education: Teaching License Prek-3
- Arizona Emergency School Leadership License
- Arizona Teaching Certification Grades K-4
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