Motivational Educational Leader excels in team building, culture-improving and performance-increasing initiatives. Demonstrating versatility in leadership approaches to acquire active participation in collaborative activities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Osceola County School Board
11.2014 - Current
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
Promoted diversity within the school community through inclusive policies, programming, and recruitment efforts.
Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
Assistant Principal
05.2010 - 11.2014
Coached a large population of students (over 400+) and families through virtual sessions to address learning gaps and effectively deliver curriculum, leading to increased learning gains in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math
Discussed academic needs of students with lead teachers and administrators, including specific learning disabilities and multi-tiered interventions
Delivered individualized instruction to small groups of students, reinforcing key subject concepts and providing additional support as needed
Implemented academic instructional technology in tutoring sessions to diversify and enhance student learning experiences
Actively participated in faculty meetings, contributing ideas and collaborating with colleagues to find solutions to pressing issues
Developed comprehensive guides and course materials to reinforce lecture information and support student learning, promoting student success.
Learning Focus Academic Coach
Polk County School Board
07.2008 - 05.2010
Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop and evaluate school programs by sharing student success data and insights.
Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss academic needs of students.
Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse instructional methods and materials.
Increased student accountability by implementing progress tracking systems and regular checkins.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and coaching.
Led small group sessions focused on specific subject areas or skill-building exercises for targeted support.
Evaluated student progress using formative assessments, adjusting coaching strategies accordingly.
Identified areas of growth for students, devising tailored action plans to improve skills and knowledge gaps.
Developed comprehensive lesson plans to address specific academic goals and challenges.
Collaborated with teachers to develop targeted learning strategies for individual students.
Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
Education
Master of Science (MSc) in Educational Leadership -
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Music Education -
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA
Skills
Active Listening
Curriculum Development
Data Analytics
Equity-Centered Design
Faculty Collaboration
Learning Strategies
Lesson Planning
Performance Management
Public Speaking
Staff Development
Strategic Planning
Team Collaboration
Technology Integration
Training and Facilitation
Employee Performance Evaluations
Verbal and written communication
Training and mentoring
Timeline
Principal
Osceola County School Board
11.2014 - Current
Assistant Principal
05.2010 - 11.2014
Learning Focus Academic Coach
Polk County School Board
07.2008 - 05.2010
Master of Science (MSc) in Educational Leadership -