Alicia Leach
Autryville,NC
Summary
Leadership-focused professional with a primary goal of fostering team collaboration and achieving tangible results. Excels in developing and delivering training programs to enhance organizational performance and nurture leadership skills. Well-known for adaptability and reliability, effortlessly adjusting to changing needs, and consistently delivering high-quality work. Expertise in public speaking, curriculum development, and coaching enables effective communication of ideas and empowerment of individuals to reach their full potential.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Sampson County Schools
01.2016 - Current
- Discipline 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students, supervised bus drivers and custodians, 504 Coordinator, Testing Coordinator, Teacher Observations in NCEES, active member of Multi-Tier System of Support, Parent Teacher Organization, and Athletic Booster, led professional development with instructional coaches.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Led professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and outcomes.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Adjunct Faculty
Grand Canyon University
01.2010 - Current
- Facilitated adult education and taught future teachers literacy techniques.
Teacher
Sampson County Schools
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Taught reading and writing skills, maintained classroom discipline, collaborated with other teachers on curriculum planning, and facilitated instruction through English II and English III.
Teacher
Clinton City Schools
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Taught various subjects, collaborated with team members, and worked on revision teams to enhance content in the English Department.
Teacher
North Carolina Virtual Public Schools
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Taught English and collaborated on summer curriculum for English III.
Teacher
Cumberland County Schools
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Taught various subjects and supported student learning.
Teacher
Fayetteville Technical CC
01.2005 - 01.2005
- Taught courses in the community college setting.
Education
MSA - School Administration
Gardner Webb
PMC - Post Masters Certificate in College Teaching
Capella University
MAT - Master of Arts in Teaching
Grand Canyon University
B.A. - Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Theater Minor in English
Fayetteville State University
Skills
- Self-awareness
- Motivational Techniques
- Empathy Development
- Influencing Others
- Operations Management
- Training Needs Analysis
- Workshop Facilitation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Communication Strategies
Accomplishments
- Achieved growth through effectively helping implementing professional learning communities.
- Supervised team of sixty staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop a dashboard where all documentation can be found for the school.
Awards
Teacher of the Year, 2016, Roseboro-Salemburg Middle School
Community Service
Board Member, Exceptional Children Assistance Center, 2022
References
- Nathan Chabot, Principal, Lakewood High School, 910-990-0603, nchabot@sampson.k12.nc.us
- Anthony Pass, Former Principal, Sampson County Schools, 336-394-3891, passa2@gcsnc.com
- Olivia Hall, Former Instructional Coach, 910-308-0326
Certification
- Licensed School Administrator- 08/2016 to present
- Adult Learning Training - 08/2011
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Sampson County Schools
01.2016 - Current
Teacher
Sampson County Schools
01.2013 - 01.2016
Adjunct Faculty
Grand Canyon University
01.2010 - Current
Teacher
Clinton City Schools
01.2008 - 01.2013
Teacher
North Carolina Virtual Public Schools
01.2007 - 01.2009
Teacher
Fayetteville Technical CC
01.2005 - 01.2005
Teacher
Cumberland County Schools
01.2004 - 01.2008
PMC - Post Masters Certificate in College Teaching
Capella University
MAT - Master of Arts in Teaching
Grand Canyon University
B.A. - Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Theater Minor in English
Fayetteville State University
- Licensed School Administrator- 08/2016 to present
- Adult Learning Training - 08/2011
MSA - School Administration
Gardner Webb
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