Bethany Maresh
Garrettsville,OH
Summary
Student-focused educational leader with 18+ years of experience and administrative leadership in grades 7��12. Skilled in developing strong school culture, managing behavior and attendance systems, supervising staff, and building collaborative partnerships with families and teachers. Oversees a building of 600 students with proven results in student support and operational leadership.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students / Assistant Principal (Grades 7–12)
James A. Garfield Local Schools
Garrettsville, OH
01.2024 - Current
- Lead student behavior systems and discipline procedures for grades 7–12, supporting a building of 600 students with consistent expectations and restorative practices.
- Coordinate PBIS implementation, improving student behavior outcomes and building culture.
- Manage attendance intervention systems, addressing truancy and chronic absenteeism through family outreach and student support planning.
- Supervise 40 staff members and evaluate classified staff to ensure professional growth and accountability.
- Oversee 25+ extracurricular events annually, ensuring safe and successful student experiences.
- Partner with teachers, counselors, and families to resolve behavioral and academic concerns.
- Assist with middle and high school master scheduling, supporting course placement and staffing needs.
- Serve as district coordinator for 60 Section 504 plans, ensuring compliance and effective accommodations.
Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
James A. Garfield Local Schools
Garrettsville, OH
01.2009 - 01.2024
- Delivered engaging and standards-aligned ELA instruction focused on literacy development and critical thinking.
- Built classroom environments that supported academic growth and positive student behavior.
- Implemented differentiated instruction and targeted interventions for diverse learners.
- Maintained strong communication with families to support student success.
- Teacher Leadership Experience
- Department and team leadership
- Curriculum development committees
- School improvement teams
- PBIS and student support initiatives
Education
MSEd - Educational Leadership
Youngstown State University
01-2021
MSEd - Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Walden University
01-2018
BS - Middle Childhood Education (ELA, Social Studies, Reading)
Kent State University
01-2007
Skills
- School Culture & Climate Leadership
- PBIS Implementation
- Student Discipline & Restorative Practices
- Attendance Intervention & Truancy Prevention
- Staff Supervision & Evaluation
- Section 504 Coordination
- Policy Development & Compliance
- Master Scheduling Support
- Event & Operations Supervision
- Family & Community Engagement
Timeline
Dean of Students / Assistant Principal (Grades 7–12)
James A. Garfield Local Schools
01.2024 - Current
Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
James A. Garfield Local Schools
01.2009 - 01.2024
MSEd - Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Walden University
BS - Middle Childhood Education (ELA, Social Studies, Reading)
Kent State University
MSEd - Educational Leadership
Youngstown State University
LEADERSHIP IMPACT
- Strengthened PBIS practices, improving student accountability and building climate.
- Led attendance intervention strategies that reduced chronic absenteeism through proactive family engagement.
- Supervised 40 staff members and 25+ school events annually, ensuring smooth operations and student engagement.
- Coordinated 60 Section 504 plans, ensuring compliance and effective student accommodations.
- Partnered with teachers and families to improve communication and student support strategies.