Arlandra Wheeler
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Ronald McNair Junior High School
07.2023 - Current
- Facilitates Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to foster teacher collaboration and instructional improvement by leading data-driven planning sessions, aligning instruction to district pacing guides, and ensuring consistent implementation of best practices across content areas—contributing to increased instructional alignment and student achievement.
- Coordinated schoolwide initiatives that resulted in a full letter-grade increase on the state report card by implementing turnaround strategies focused on improving school climate, culture, and academic achievement. Led strategic efforts including targeted attendance improvement plans, academic interventions such as Reading 180 and Math 180, and schoolwide systems to close learning gaps, enhance student performance, and build a positive, achievement-oriented school culture.
- Led staff meetings to effectively communicate policy changes, gather input, and assess staff perspectives, resulting in increased transparency, stronger team engagement, and more informed decision-making aligned with school goals
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to ensure alignment with state standards and performance objectives by conducting classroom walkthroughs, analyzing student achievement data, and providing actionable feedback to teachers—resulting in improved instructional quality and progress toward school improvement goals
Assistant Principal
Brewbaker Middle School
08.2021 - 07.2023
- RTI/MTSS facilitator responsible for administering, monitoring, and implementing district- and school-wide reform initiatives by using behavior and academic data to identify student needs, track progress, and drive tiered interventions—resulting in improved student outcomes, reduced behavioral incidents, and increased instructional support for at-risk learners.
- Supervised the Extended Day Program, offering targeted enrichment, intervention, and academic support for students identified as academically or socially at risk due to behavior—resulting in improved student attendance and measurable academic gains among participating students
- Provided leadership and support for staff by collaborating with the administrative team and instructional personnel to ensure the implementation of effective, research-based instructional practices across all classrooms—monitored through regular walkthroughs, data analysis, and instructional coaching cycles, leading to increased instructional consistency and student engagement.
- Improved school culture by enhancing innovation and technology integration for students and teachers through a strategic partnership with Ed Farm, resulting in increased student engagement, teacher confidence in digital instruction, and the implementation of project-based learning and 21st-century skills across classrooms.
Instructional Leader (Summer School)
Brewbaker Middle School
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Established a positive summer school climate by implementing effective student discipline strategies, ensuring the safety of both students and staff through proactive supervision, and addressing individual concerns from students, parents, and staff with sensitivity and timely follow-up, leading to a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with counselors to adjust the master schedule for equitable course distribution, and engaged with students and parents to ensure compliance with summer school attendance requirements, fostering academic success and accountability.
- Recruited, screened, hired, and assigned qualified certificated and classified staff for summer school, ensuring a highly skilled team that met the diverse needs of students. This process involved thorough evaluations and strategic placements to enhance student learning outcomes and support a positive school environment.
- Managed resources, including overseeing the expenditure of funds and maintaining the summer school budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources to maximize educational outcomes. Implemented budget monitoring procedures that ensured fiscal responsibility, while addressing any financial adjustments promptly to support program needs
Career and Technical Education Teacher
Montgomery Public Schools
10.2012 - 07.2021
Education
Ed.S. - Instructional Leadership
Auburn University Montgomery
Montgomery, AL12.2023
M.Ed. - Instructional Leadership
Auburn University Montgomery
Montgomery, AL05-2021
B.S. - Marketing
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL12-2010
Skills
- School Improvement
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Data Desegregation
- Instructional Technology
- Response to Instruction and Intervention (Academic, Behavior and Instruction)
- Progressive Discipline/ Restorative Practices
- ACIP/ Title I
- PBIS
Certification
State of Alabama- Class AA, Instructional Leader P-12 December 2023
State of Alabama- Class B, Business/Marketing Secondary 6-12 August 2017
Online Teaching and Instructional Technology May 2021
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Ronald McNair Junior High School
07.2023 - Current
Instructional Leader (Summer School)
Brewbaker Middle School
05.2022 - 07.2022
Assistant Principal
Brewbaker Middle School
08.2021 - 07.2023
Career and Technical Education Teacher
Montgomery Public Schools
10.2012 - 07.2021
Ed.S. - Instructional Leadership
Auburn University Montgomery
M.Ed. - Instructional Leadership
Auburn University Montgomery
B.S. - Marketing
Alabama State University
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