Azure Wells
Educational Administrator
2815 Government Blvd. Mobile,AL
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic educator with high-level expertise in data-driven decision execution. Develops programs and promotes opportunities for student achievement and leadership among the faculty, staff, parents, students and the community stakeholders. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of education principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Excellent statistical, systems management and communications skills leading to optimum outcomes. Proven leader with 20 years of experience in creating, developing, implementing and organizing various support systems that enable measurable success for all stakeholders. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Principal
Eichold-Mertz Magnet School
10.2021 - Current
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Managed all details regarding student discipline.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students and teachers.
- Verified adherence to state, federal and private funding source requirements across programs and outcomes.
- Researched and wrote proposals for educational grants.
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress. (Ranked #1 in the state of AL, 100% of the 3rd graders benchmarked on the ACAP)
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Supported hiring, training and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
- Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
Assistant Principal
Daphne Middle School
07.2014 - 09.2022
- Modeled high expectations and ethical standards.
- Identified potential problems and opportunities for improvement.
- Created network for implementation of all transportation routes.
- 100% of faculty attended Ethical Standard training.
- Assisted with developing previous evaluation system (STAGES)
- Created/Developed mentoring programs for girls and boys
Interim Principal
Daphne Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed and administered professional development of short and long term instructional needs.
- Supervised assigned personnel, conducted evaluations and made recommendations for appropriate employment actions.
- Modeled appropriate and innovative technology for faculty, staff and students.
- Coordinated and supervised all extra curricular programs.
- Increased to 88 on School's Report Card.
- Implemented school-wide strategies to meet ACIP attendance goals.
- Designed Talent Exchange program to address teacher strengths/weaknesses and Vertical Alignment program to bridge gaps throughout Daphne feeder pattern.
- Coordinated after school tutoring for all core subjects to increase student achievement and SCANTRON test scores.
Assistant Principal
Vigor High School
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Managed and supervised school financial resources.
- Improved guidelines and procedures for proper student conduct and implemented appropriate disciplinary procedures.
- Secured more than $250,000 worth of equipment for their Technology Signature Academy
Assistant Principal
Citronelle High School
07.2010 - 07.2013
- Implemented system-wide vision to include Advanced Placement courses in master schedule.
- Managed and administered testing program for school.
- Increased number of Advanced Placement courses from 0 to 6 in two years.
- Implemented and coordinated off site testing with partners in education to reduce disruption of academic day.
- Implemented program to make AYP by meeting 12 indicators for AHSGE
Assistant Principal
John L. LeFlore Preparatory Academy
07.2007 - 07.2010
- Petitioned board members to reinstate magnet school status based on findings in Birdie Mae Davis court case.
- Assigned and supervised special tasks and assignments for all school personnel.
- Regained magnet school status.
- Created/Developed Pre-Med and Pre-Law Signature Academy.
- Partnered with Mobile Infirmary, Bishop State, Law Association
Administrative Intern
Lillie B. Williamson High School
08.2005 - 07.2007
- Created safe and orderly environment conducive to student learning within Freshman Academy.
- Achieved lowest retention rate in Math for 9th grade students in school's history
Adjunct Music Instructor
S.D. Bishop State Community College
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Taught beginning Eras of Music Appreciation.
- Increased student achievement and attendance in coursework.
Education
Certification in Administration - Music
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL 05.2004 - 08.2005
Master of Music Education -
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL 08.2001 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Music Education -
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL 08.1996 - 05.2001
Advanced Diploma -
John L. LeFlore High School
Mobile, AL 08.1992 - 05.1996
Skills
Team Building
Community Engagement
Staff Management & Development
Training & Mentoring
Verbal and Written Communication
Fiscal Management & Accountability
Instructional leadership
Safety and security procedures
Standards of excellence
Group facilitation and presentations
Multitasking ability
Prioritization
Staff Development
References
- Available upon request
Timeline
Principal
Eichold-Mertz Magnet School
10.2021 - Current
Interim Principal
Daphne Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2019
Assistant Principal
Daphne Middle School
07.2014 - 09.2022
Assistant Principal
Vigor High School
07.2013 - 07.2014
Assistant Principal
Citronelle High School
07.2010 - 07.2013
Assistant Principal
John L. LeFlore Preparatory Academy
07.2007 - 07.2010
Administrative Intern
Lillie B. Williamson High School
08.2005 - 07.2007
Certification in Administration - Music
Alabama State University
05.2004 - 08.2005
Adjunct Music Instructor
S.D. Bishop State Community College
01.2004 - 01.2007
Master of Music Education -
Alabama State University
08.2001 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Music Education -
Alabama State University
08.1996 - 05.2001
Advanced Diploma -
John L. LeFlore High School
08.1992 - 05.1996
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