Experienced leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Teacher
Circleville City Schools
Circleville, OH
08.2025 - Current
Secured grants and funding for art supplies and resources, enhancing quality of art program.
Increased student participation in art competitions, securing numerous awards and recognitions for school.
Sponsored student fine arts clubs, attending club meetings and events.
Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
Assessed student progress through creative portfolios, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Assistant Principal
Lakewood Local School District
Hebron, Ohio
08.2024 - 08.2025
Oversaw daily operations of the school including scheduling classes, activities; maintaining order in hallways, classrooms; monitoring lunchroom behavior; supervising afterschool activities.
Developed and implemented strategies to improve student achievement in a diverse school setting.
Provided support services for at-risk students including counseling referrals and academic intervention plans.
Implemented the legal responsibility to help instill in staff and students the belief in, and practice of, ethical principles and democratic values.
Perform duties and responsibilities with an awareness of all district requirements, Board of Education policies, and negotiated agreements.
Support, promote, and participate in the district’s mission, philosophy, goals and the overall continuous improvement planning process.
Coordinated communication between stakeholders, promoting transparency and community engagement.
Collaborated with faculty to develop and assess curriculum aligned with state standards.
Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
Led professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and outcomes.
Art Teacher
Pickerington Local School District
01.1997 - 06.2024
Designed and implemented engaging art curriculum fostering creativity and critical thinking.
Facilitated collaborative art projects, encouraging teamwork and communication among students.
Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing student engagement with digital art tools.
Organized school-wide art exhibits, showcasing student artwork to the community.
Led professional development workshops on innovative teaching strategies in visual arts education.
Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
Increased student participation in art competitions, securing numerous awards and recognitions for school.
Secured grants and funding for art supplies and resources, enhancing quality of art program.
Education
Principal Licensure -
University of Dayton
Ohio
03.2011
M.A.T - Education
Marygrove College
Michigan
08.2001
B.A. - Art
Muskingum University
Ohio
05.1994
Skills
Leadership
Instructional Leadership
Coaching
Ohio Improvement Plan
PBIS
OTES
Professional Development
Data Driven Instruction
Curriculum Development
Athletic Supervisor
School safety
Organizational leadership
Team collaboration
Classroom management
Positive learning environment
Verbal and written communication
Policy and procedure development
IEP development
Student engagement
Teacher mentoring
Group facilitation and presentations
Academic administration
Community engagement
School improvement
Collaborative projects
Accomplishments
Consistently High Performing Teacher Award, Ohio Department of Education, 01/01/2020-2025
Remodeled CHS curriculum for visual arts 9-12, 011/01/26
Lakewood High School in Gold Rating for PBIS 24-25
Implemented 'Lancer Day of Giving', for the whole district. 05/01/25
Recipient of Founders Grant, 10/01/25
A.P. Art Teacher for Studio Drawing, 2-D, & 3-D, 2022-Present