Adam Leeds
Wellington,FL
Summary
Accomplished educational leader with extensive experience in student services, threat management, and instructional leadership. Skilled at creating safe and supportive school environments, coaching teachers, implementing data-driven interventions, and managing school operations. Proven record of improving school climate, student outcomes, and operational efficiency. Certified Clinical Educator and Florida Model Threat Management Trainer.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialist - Threat Management
School District of Palm Beach County
12.2023 - Current
- Lead regional threat management specialist supporting schools in Florida Model for Threat Assessment.
- Monitor and intervene on medium and high-level student threats as DTMT administrator.
- Trained and certified 400+ district staff in threat management core, principal, chair, and refresher courses.
Dean of Students
Seminole Ridge High School
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Managed all student discipline, including DRC, bullying, Title IX, and threat management, reducing incidents from 188 (SY 2021-22) to 130 (SY 2022-23).
- Coordinated campus safety initiatives, including pilot metal detectors and supervision at major school events.
- Led School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SwPBS) Team, implementing incentives and interventions that improved school climate.
- Supervised student services, including mental health support, academic advising, and graduation mentorship.
- Facilitated teacher coaching on classroom management and instructional strategies; led PLCs for science teams.
Teacher on Special Assignment
Biotech Academy & Instructional Leadership
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Directed Biotech Academy curriculum and grading during lead teacher's leave.
- Coached teachers in classroom management, instructional delivery, and data-driven student support.
- Supported school-wide professional development as Lead Technology Trailblazer.
- Coordinated choice and academy program recruitment, curriculum planning, and student support.
Science Teacher
Seminole Ridge HS & Jeaga Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Developed and implemented science curriculum; coordinated school science fairs and SECME programs.
- Facilitated STEM enrichment and teacher instructional support as a TOSA.
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NYSkills
- Student Safety & Threat Management
- Discipline & Behavior Intervention
- Teacher Coaching & Professional Development
- Data-Driven Instruction & PLP Oversight
- School Operations & Scheduling
- Parent & Community Engagement
- Program Coordination (Academy & Choice Programs)
- Crisis Response & Risk Mitigation
Accomplishments
- Summer School Coordinator: Managed 200-300 students annually, optimizing operations and teacher placement.
- Edgenuity Coordinator: Mentored at-risk students, contributing to graduation rates rising from 94.4% (SY 2020) to 98.1% (SY 2023).
- District Accreditation Coordinator: Submitted materials ahead of schedule; contributed to school being recognized as a model for accreditation.
- Implemented "2.2 To Do What You Want To Do" campus-wide incentive program, improving student engagement and behavior.
Certification
- Florida Model Threat Management Certification (Core Day, Principal/Chair/Vice Chair, Trainer) – State of Florida, 2023
- Certified Clinical Educator
- VITAL & CPR Trained
- State of Florida Certified to serve on and train School-Based Threat Management Teams
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Specialist - Threat Management
School District of Palm Beach County
12.2023 - Current
Dean of Students
Seminole Ridge High School
01.2018 - 12.2023
Teacher on Special Assignment
Biotech Academy & Instructional Leadership
01.2016 - 01.2023
Science Teacher
Seminole Ridge HS & Jeaga Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2016
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY Stony Brook