Ann Toombs
1510 N. Alabama St. Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Skilled educator with over 17 years of school leadership experience in diverse learning environments. Excels in staff management and conflict resolution.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Alternative Education Principal
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2018 - Current
- Perform classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Foster a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Manage budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Cultivate positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Lead school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improve student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Increase teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Promote diversity within the school community through inclusive policies, programming, and recruitment efforts.
Special Education Student Support Strategist
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Supported Special Education Students educated through Excess Cost alternative placements.
- Created IEPs in collaboration with 3rd party facilities customized to IPS students in Excess Cost alternative placements.
K-8 Principal
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2008 - 07.2017
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
- 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.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- 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.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Promoted diversity within the school community through inclusive policies, programming, and recruitment efforts.
Literacy Coach
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2006 - 07.2008
- Served as a mentor to new educators, sharing expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management techniques.
- Conducted professional development workshops on effective literacy strategies for teachers, enhancing overall instructional quality.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among staff members through regular team meetings focused on sharing best practices in literacy instruction.
Elementary School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2001 - 07.2006
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN08.2019
Master of Arts - Educational Administration And Supervision
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05.2001
Skills
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Staff Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Development
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Alternative Education Principal
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2018 - Current
Special Education Student Support Strategist
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2017 - 07.2018
K-8 Principal
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2008 - 07.2017
Literacy Coach
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2006 - 07.2008
Elementary School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2001 - 07.2006
Master of Arts - Special Education
Marian University
Master of Arts - Educational Administration And Supervision
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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