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Andrea Conover

Burnt Hills

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Duanesburg Central School District, enhancing student achievement through data-driven instruction and effective leadership. Skilled in relationship building and instructional coaching, I developed comprehensive intervention programs that significantly improved academic outcomes for at-risk students. Committed to fostering collaborative environments for continuous improvement.

Results-driven education professional with substantial background in elementary education leadership. Expertise in developing curricula and fostering nurturing school culture that prioritizes student success. Consistently promotes teamwork and adapts to changing educational needs while maintaining high standards and achieving measurable outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Principal

Duanesburg Central School Dist
02.2011 - 06.2025
  • Strengthened teacher collaboration through the establishment of professional learning communities focused on student achievement.
  • Oversaw the integration of technology into classroom instruction to enrich learning experiences and prepare students for future academic endeavors.
  • Enhanced school performance by implementing data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations and district policies regarding curriculum standards, assessment reporting, and special education services.
  • Developed comprehensive intervention programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of at-risk students, resulting in increased academic achievement and reduced dropout rates.
  • Evaluated teacher performance using multiple measures including observation data, student growth outcomes, and stakeholder feedback for informed decision-making on staffing matters.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.

Director of Special Education

Duanesburg Central Sch Dist
11.2011 - 06.2023
  • Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
  • Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
  • Allocated special education staff and addressed requests for additional allocations throughout school year.
  • Coordinated staff evaluations for special education personnel.
  • Conducted regular reviews of individual student progress towards IEP goals, adjusting instructional approaches as needed based on data analysis results.
  • Developed data-driven progress monitoring systems to track student achievement and inform instructional decisionmaking.
  • Managed caseloads for special education staff members, ensuring timely completion of necessary documentation and adherence to established deadlines.
  • Ensured compliance with federal and state mandates related to special education services by maintaining accurate documentation and staying informed on policy updates.

Education

Certificate of Advanced Studies - Educational Leadership And Management

College of St. Rose
Albany
05-2011

Skills

  • Effective leadership
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Instructional coaching
  • Process improvements
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Performance standards and analysis

Timeline

Director of Special Education

Duanesburg Central Sch Dist
11.2011 - 06.2023

Elementary Principal

Duanesburg Central School Dist
02.2011 - 06.2025

Certificate of Advanced Studies - Educational Leadership And Management

College of St. Rose

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