Anita Gray
Dover,Tennessee
Summary
Accomplished educator and administrator with a proven track record at Houston County Schools, enhancing student engagement and achievement through innovative teaching strategies and effective staff leadership. Skilled in budget planning and staff supervision, excels in fostering professional relationships and implementing best practices to improve educational outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time RTI2 BL Coordinator
Houston County Schools
07.2021 - 05.2024
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents for teachers to utilize.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating student records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support individual student needs.
- Managed timelines for successful completion, ensuring goals/tasks were met and deadlines were adhered to.
Principal
Houston County Schools
07.2013 - 05.2024
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Promoted diversity within the school community through inclusive policies, programming, and recruitment efforts.
- Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Championed technology integration in classrooms to increase efficiency in lesson delivery while also preparing students for the digital age.
- Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources and support for students in need.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Verified adherence to state, federal and private funding source requirements across programs and outcomes.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Devised creative fundraising strategies which significantly bolstered available financial resources needed for academic enrichment activities.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Biology Science Teacher
Stewart County Schools
08.2001 - 05.2013
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Maintained a safe and engaging classroom environment, fostering a positive atmosphere for learning
- Promoted critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning activities that required students to apply biological principles in problem-solving contexts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in biology education and pedagogy.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Developed effective classroom management strategies to maintain optimal focus during instruction periods.
- Assessed student progress through regular quizzes, exams, and class discussions, providing timely feedback to guide improvement.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students through after-school tutoring sessions and additional resources tailored to their needs.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating hands-on lab activities and real-world examples in lessons.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments, and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
Education
Master of Science - Aerospace Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.1993
Master of Science - Administration & Supervision
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN05.1989
Bachelor of Science - Biology W/Distributive
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN08.1983
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Discretion and Confidentiality
- Administrative Leadership
- Staff Supervision
- Best Practices Implementation
- Multitasking and Organization
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Phone and Email Etiquette
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Handling Complaints
Timeline
Part-time RTI2 BL Coordinator
Houston County Schools
07.2021 - 05.2024
Principal
Houston County Schools
07.2013 - 05.2024
Biology Science Teacher
Stewart County Schools
08.2001 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Aerospace Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Master of Science - Administration & Supervision
Trevecca Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Biology W/Distributive
Austin Peay State University
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