Annemarie MAHAN
Aurora,CO
Summary
Organizational leader and educational administrator offering seven years of experience as Assistant Principal for K - 8 school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting staff and students as advocate leader.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal, K - 8
Cherry Creek Academy
08.2017 - Current
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Partnered with Executive Director to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing concerns from students, teachers and parents promptly and effectively.
- 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 hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Oversee curriculum and implement instructional change
- Coordinate/lead all staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
Professional Learning Institute Coordinator
Cherry Creek Academy
10.2015 - Current
- Equipped new teachers with the necessary tools to improve student achievement and its integration with curriculum, instruction, and assessment
- Developed and implement professional learning to new teachers aligned with district goals and objectives
- Organized groups, coordinate activities, and supervise projects with emphasis on professional development and student achievement.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Guided Mentor teachers
Middle School Math Teacher
Cherry Creek Academy
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Aligned curriculum and assessments with state content standards for 5th-8th grade.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction strategies into lesson planning to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, targeting areas of weakness for improvement efforts.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, resulting in better support for student needs.
- Organized after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, offering additional support and resources to ensure success.
- Integrated technology to support instruction.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Modeled core values of school on daily basis in interactions with students, families, administrators and fellow teachers.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Art of Leadership
Harvard University
Cambridge, MAMaster of Arts - Leadership For Educational Organizations
University of Colorado
Denver, Colorado05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies With An Emphasis in Mathematics
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, California05.2011
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Student Achievement
- Student and Parent Relations
- Teacher Mentoring
- Master Schedule
- Curriculum Evaluation
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Standardized Testing
Accomplishments
ESSER K-12 Mathematics Curricula Grant Recipient, 2023
Colorado League of Charter Schools Presenter, 2017
READ Act Certified
ETS Recognition of Excellence Award, 2013
Achievements Activities
- Hold a Professional Teaching License in Colorado.
- Recipient of the ETS Recognition of Excellence (ROE) Award in 2013.
- Mentored a team teacher throughout the 2015-2016 school year.
- Currently a member of the Governance Committee at Cherry Creek Academy.
- Coached Girls Soccer and Volleyball at Cherry Creek Academy.
- Completed the teacher induction program at Peak to Peak Charter School.
- Certified in CPR, First Aid, and AED.
- Respite Worker for a child with Down syndrome from September 2010 – June 2011 in Santa Barbara, CA.
Timeline
Assistant Principal, K - 8
Cherry Creek Academy
08.2017 - Current
Professional Learning Institute Coordinator
Cherry Creek Academy
10.2015 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher
Cherry Creek Academy
08.2012 - 06.2017
Certificate of Completion - Art of Leadership
Harvard University
Master of Arts - Leadership For Educational Organizations
University of Colorado
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies With An Emphasis in Mathematics
Westmont College