Christine Dunne
Philadelphia,Pa.
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Philadelphia Academy Charter High School, excelling in curriculum alignment and student performance analysis. Successfully implemented behavior management strategies, fostering a positive school culture. Adept at engaging parents and facilitating professional development, driving continuous improvement in academic outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Philadelphia Academy Charter High School
Philadelphia, Pa.
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated with teachers to align curriculum with state standards and student needs.
- Managed school safety protocols and emergency procedures to ensure student well-being.
- Monitored academic progress and provided targeted support to at-risk students.
- Coordinated the scheduling of classes and allocation of resources for optimal efficiency.
- Led orientation programs for new teachers to integrate them into the school culture.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional practices and interventions.
- Promoted parental involvement through regular communication and community events.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that reduced disciplinary incidents.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through regular feedback and professional development.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
- Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures.
Teacher - Biology I & II, Anatomy & Physiology, Forensics, World History I
Philadelphia Academy Charter High School
Philadelphia, Pa.
02.2015 - 06.2024
- Special Education Case Manager
- Virtual Instruction
- Yearbook Committee Moderator, September 2015- 2022
- Science Fair Coordinator - 2019- 2024
- Mock Trial Advisor, 2018-2024
- Head Varsity Women's Flag Football Coach 2021- 2024
- Junior Class Sponsor, 2018- 2024
- Student Council Moderator 2022- 2024
- Community Hero Outreach Program - Created 2019-2024
7th/8th grade science/social studies teacher
School District of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pa.
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Austin Meehan Middle School
- Spruance Elementary School, 7th/8th grade science/social studies teacher, Yearbook
Education
Principal Certification - K-12 Principal Leadership
Penn West
08.2024
Master's Degree - Special Education with Autism endorsement
Drexel University
06.2014
Bachelor's Degree - Secondary Biological Science Instruction, minor in Biological Sciences
Drexel University
06.2006
Skills
- Curriculum alignment
- Student performance analysis
- School safety management
- Behavior management strategies
- Teacher evaluation
- Classroom management
- Professional development facilitation
- Event coordination
- Parent engagement and communication
Certification
- Administrative I Principal PK-12
- Instructional II - Special Education N-12
- Instructional II Biology 7-12
- Instructional II Mid. Level Citizenship 6-9
- Endorsement Autism PK-12
References
- Megan Simmons, CEO, Philadelphia Academy Charter School, (215) 673-3990
- Angela Pazdunkiewicz, Principal, Philadelphia Academy Charter High School, (215) 673-3990
Community Volunteer
- Bensalem Ramblers Board of Directors, Board of Directors VP of Cheerleading, 01/01/22, Present
- Bensalem Ramblers Board of Directors, Fundraising Coordinator, 01/01/21, 12/31/23
- Bensalem Ramblers Board of Directors, Cheerleading Coach, 01/01/18, Present
Accomplishments
2022 All-Pro Teacher by Philadelphia Eagles & Nouryon
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Philadelphia Academy Charter High School
07.2024 - Current
Teacher - Biology I & II, Anatomy & Physiology, Forensics, World History I
Philadelphia Academy Charter High School
02.2015 - 06.2024
7th/8th grade science/social studies teacher
School District of Philadelphia
09.2014 - 01.2015
Principal Certification - K-12 Principal Leadership
Penn West
Master's Degree - Special Education with Autism endorsement
Drexel University
Bachelor's Degree - Secondary Biological Science Instruction, minor in Biological Sciences
Drexel University