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Brandon Radford

JACKSONVILLE

Summary

Educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and implementation across various subjects. Proven ability to motivate students through interactive instruction and positive reinforcement, resulting in enhanced literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Over 12 years of teaching experience at elementary, middle, and high school levels, complemented by 2 years in junior high administration. Expertise in strategic planning, educational leadership, and fostering a safe, growth-oriented learning environment.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

New Berlin Jr. High
New Berlin
06.2023 - Current
  • Exemplary (top 10% school) during Administrative tenure
  • Planned and implemented curriculum & development school wide to meet state/national standards.
  • Managed school budget and distribution
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
  • School 504 Coordinator

Teacher / Coach

Jacksonville School District
Jacksonville
08.2015 - 06.2023
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Developed fundraisers and completed grant documentation to raise money for district.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.

Teacher / Coach

Meredosia-Chambersburg School District
Meredosia
08.2011 - 05.2015
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Developed fundraisers and completed grant documentation to raise money for district.
  • Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.

Education

Educational Leadership -

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
04.2018

Physical Education and Health -

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois
12.2009

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Assessment and grading
  • Leadership skills
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Assessment design
  • Curriculum assessment
  • Learning strategies
  • Instructional coaching
  • Performance evaluation
  • Budget management
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail

References

  • Daniel, Carie, Principal Routt High School, dcarie@routtcatholic.com, 217-520-2107, Years Known = 15 years
  • Brandon, Bettis, Assistant Principal Pittsfield South, bbettis@pikeland.org, 217-473-1121, Years Known = 8 Years
  • Jason, Martin, Teacher Lanphier High School, martinj@ic.edu, 217-520-8056, Years Known = 15 Years

Languages

English
Professional
Sign Language
Limited

Timeline

Principal

New Berlin Jr. High
06.2023 - Current

Teacher / Coach

Jacksonville School District
08.2015 - 06.2023

Teacher / Coach

Meredosia-Chambersburg School District
08.2011 - 05.2015

Educational Leadership -

American College of Education

Physical Education and Health -

Eastern Illinois University

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