Caroline Miller
Lockport,New York
Summary
Resourceful team player with strong educational background leading programs. Focused on finding creative, practical new ways to improve children’s educational experiences and outcomes. Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Proven expertise in strategic planning, resource allocation and staff empowerment to achieve academic excellence and student growth. Skilled at project support with proven history of solutions-oriented problem-solving. Effective communicator and collaborative leader adept at building strong relationships with educators, parents and community members to foster a cohesive and thriving school community.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Newfane Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- Addressed and resolved yearly average of over 600 student conflicts and behavioral issues through many different, creative and effect means calling guardians for 98% of issues to ensure transparency and build partnership.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school employees and outside agencies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Collaboratively worked to create and implement attendance program that increased awareness and communication resulting in positive gains.
PRINCIPAL
Newfane Summer Enrichment Program
01.2023 - Current
- Lead 2023 Summer Enrichment Program for over 200 students K – 12 in two separate buildings
- Worked with all stakeholders to assist in providing participants with busing, medical needs, and foodservice that included breakfast and lunch.
- Currently working in partnership with other administrators to develop academic based criteria to enter Summer Enrichment Program, ensuring that our neediest students are being offered opportunity to increase their academic abilities.
DIRECTOR
Newfane Summer Recreation Program
01.2023 - Current
- Led Newfane town recreation program assisting program leaders in budgeting, hiring, purchasing and organization to ensure safe and exciting program for over 130 students.
SCHOOL DISTRICT and BUILDING INTERNSHIP
Newfane Central School District
- Wrote district IDEA Grants which included verifying of SEDCARs, student requests, researching appropriate professional development, and student needs
- Co-developed and planned Google Camp for teachers
- Collaborated with team to create and facilitate Exploration Learning summer school program
- Reviewed lawsuit and met with legal counsel
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced reports that were used for scheduling.
ENGLISH TEACHER – 7th, 8th, 9th & 12th
Oakfield Alabama Central School District
01.2003 - Current
- Designed and implemented standard-based units that emphasize the importance of building knowledge, reading and writing grounded in evidence from the text, and regular practice with complex texts.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
DISTRICT MENTOR CO-COORDINATOR
Oakfield Alabama Central School District
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Worked collaboratively to develop, support, and direct the OACS Teacher Mentor Program by writing the District Mentor Handbook and developing the New Hire Training program
Education
Educational Leadership -
Niagara University
01.2019
Master of Science – English Education -
Buffalo State College
01.2007
Skills
- Project Support
- Project Management
- Team Collaboration
- Creativity and Innovation
- Multitasking and Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Outstanding communication skills
- Grant writing
Certification
- SCHOOL DISTRICT LEADER
- SCHOOL BUILDING LEADER
- Secondary English Education 7-12 (Permanent)
Additional Professional Involvement
- BOARD OF DIRECTORS - Ontario Outing Park Association, Treasurer - 2003 to Present
- CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT Master Plan/Facilities Team – OACS Secretary, 2022
- CAREER DAY PROGRAM Coordinator – OACS, 2022 Imagined, designed, and implemented a program where local businesses highlighted Career Pathways in their field.
- OACS GLOBAL LEADER - International travel coordinator for school trips
- OACS FEDERAL GRANT COORDINATOR - Title I, Title II, Title IV and Title V, 2005 - 2009
- MARKETING DIRECTOR - Sodexo Marriott Northeast Area – Corporate Services, 1993 - 2003
Timeline
PRINCIPAL
Newfane Summer Enrichment Program
01.2023 - Current
DIRECTOR
Newfane Summer Recreation Program
01.2023 - Current
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Newfane Middle School
08.2022 - Current
DISTRICT MENTOR CO-COORDINATOR
Oakfield Alabama Central School District
01.2020 - 01.2022
ENGLISH TEACHER – 7th, 8th, 9th & 12th
Oakfield Alabama Central School District
01.2003 - Current
SCHOOL DISTRICT and BUILDING INTERNSHIP
Newfane Central School District
Educational Leadership -
Niagara University
Master of Science – English Education -
Buffalo State College
- SCHOOL DISTRICT LEADER
- SCHOOL BUILDING LEADER
- Secondary English Education 7-12 (Permanent)
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