Founding Middle School Leader of Cornerstone Middle School, where established ongoing high expectations for academics and behavior.
Lead a school of 420 students and 30 staff, earning a 4-Star School award and a top Middle School in Ohio according to US News.
Implement academic instruction initiatives and professional development opportunities, to drive high results in student achievement to earn PI Score of 86.
Develop and execute Behavior Management Plan to include responsive teaching practices in order to maximize instruction time and reduce suspensions.
Recruit, mentor, and provide instructional coaching to teachers; 92% retention rate among effective/highly effective staff.
Ensure compliance with state of Ohio regulations and laws regarding special education, health and safety, and budget.
High School Principal
Marburn Academy
04.2019 - 06.2024
Led High School program designed for students who learn differently (dyslexia, ADHD, high functioning autism) comprised of 12 educators and 90 students.
Led design and implementation of RISE Curriculum, a comprehensive academic skills framework, unique to Marburn, which provides support over student skills such as executive function, advocacy, public speaking, and academic intervention.
Provided instructional coaching to teachers on research-based instructional practices in the classroom to maximize intervention and accommodations for students with learning differences.
Created The Panther Olympics, a PBIS program to push forward core values and build a strong culture.
Collaborated with other Instructional Leaders to ensure vertical alignment and efficacy of curriculum implementation.
Director of Athletics
Marburn Academy
06.2018 - 06.2019
Created and founded the United League, an Athletics Conference for Charter and Independent Schools.
Led initiatives such as the Indiana Trip, Afterschool Clubs, and new sports to increase athletic involvement by 30%.
Provided evaluations to 10 Athletic Coaches to ensure Marburn's Rights & Responsibilities were met.
Managed the Athletic Budget.
Summer Programs Coordinator
Marburn Academy
02.2018 - 07.2019
Led 40 students and 6 teachers in Summer Institute with instruction of students with learning differences.
Utilized research-based strategies and Orton Gillingham language approach.
Led professional development opportunities.
Education
M.A - Educational Leadership
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
05.2020
B.S - History of Science
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
05.2014
Other Work Experience
Science/Math Teacher, Marburn Academy (New Albany, OH)
Science Teacher, KIPP Columbus (Columbus, OH)
Science Teacher, Hart Middle School (Washington, DC)
Volunteer Lead Alumni Group Facilitator at Lifepoint Health, Columbus SpringsVolunteer Lead Alumni Group Facilitator at Lifepoint Health, Columbus Springs