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Amod Field

Bloomsbury,NJ

Summary

Accomplished educational leader with a proven track record at Paterson School District, enhancing student engagement and achievement through innovative teaching methods and strong stakeholder relationships. Skilled in instructional leadership and public speaking, I've successfully led multiple schools' transformation efforts, significantly improving instructional quality and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

Paterson School District, School of Continuing Edu
09.2024 - Current
  • Fostere a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents. Building instructional teams.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
  • Leading school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
  • Evaluated curriculum materials for alignment with state standards and student needs ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
  • Conducted comprehensive data analysis to identify areas for instructional improvement, leading targeted interventions.

Principal , Joseph Taub School

Paterson School District
09.2021 - 07.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Garden State Scholars

Self-employeed
09.2002 - 06.2024

Formerly Director of the Garden State Scholars, an academic experiential mentorship program for urban youth in partnership with student’s educational institutions and in collaboration with community engagement requisites. This program was established to advise and guide students through a successful high school experience in both academics and social/emotional growth. Students are supported through continuous contact and exposure to high profile professionals and entrepreneurs in various industries, career opportunities/ internships and higher education preparedness and life skills coaching. All students are mentored through social emotional experiences for whole child personal development and academic success. More than six (6) cohorts of students have successfully completed the multi-year evening and weekend program.

  • Developed strong partnerships with industry professionals, fostering collaboration between academia and the private sector for mutual benefit.
  • Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.

Principal, School 25

Paterson School District
09.2017 - 09.2020
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Principal of Operations

Paterson School District
09.2013 - 09.2017
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents using a holistic approach encompassing social, emotional and academic focus
  • Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
  • Evaluated curriculum materials for alignment with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.

Interim Principal September 2013 - 2017 Internatio

Paterson School District
09.2013 - 08.2017
  • Oversaw scheduling processes to ensure optimal class sizes and balanced course offerings for diverse learner needs.
  • Created opportunities for student leadership development through clubs, sports teams, and other extracurricular activities.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional development workshops and training sessions.
  • Coordinated college and career readiness initiatives, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue their post-secondary goals.
  • Evaluated teacher performance regularly to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement in instruction quality.

Education

No Degree - Educational Organization

Antioch University
California
06.2025

Master of Arts - Education- Administration And Supervision

Fairleigh Dickinson
Madison NJ
06.2001

Bachelor of Science - Education

Monclair University
Montclair NJ
05.1993

Skills

  • Multitasking ability
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Group facilitation and presentations
  • Instructional Leadership
  • Team Collaboration
  • Educational staff supervision
  • Interpersonal strengths
  • Public Speaking
  • Goal Planning
  • Innovation

Timeline

Principal

Paterson School District, School of Continuing Edu
09.2024 - Current

Principal , Joseph Taub School

Paterson School District
09.2021 - 07.2024

Principal, School 25

Paterson School District
09.2017 - 09.2020

Principal of Operations

Paterson School District
09.2013 - 09.2017

Interim Principal September 2013 - 2017 Internatio

Paterson School District
09.2013 - 08.2017

Garden State Scholars

Self-employeed
09.2002 - 06.2024

No Degree - Educational Organization

Antioch University

Master of Arts - Education- Administration And Supervision

Fairleigh Dickinson

Bachelor of Science - Education

Monclair University
Amod Field