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Connie White

Birmingham,AL

Summary

Driven by a passion for fostering inclusive and secure learning environments, I excelled at Birmingham City Schools, enhancing student achievement and safety. Leveraging skills in organizational leadership and effective communication, I spearheaded diversity initiatives and improved parental engagement, significantly reducing absenteeism rates. My approach combines empathy with strategic academic advising to uplift every student's potential. Enthusiastic Assistant Principal offering 19 years of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Goal-oriented Assistant Principal driven to help students focus on learning by maintaining discipline and equipping teachers with successful classroom strategies. Hardworking Assistant Principal focused on enforcing district and school policies as well as optimizing procedures and improving student behavior. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School Assistant Principal

Birmingham City Schools
08.2000 - 05.2019
  • Served as liaison between teachers, parents, and administrators during disciplinary proceedings for students involved in behavioral incidents.
  • Assisted in updating school policies and procedures to reflect current best practices in education administration.
  • Conducted regular safety drills, maintaining a secure environment for students and staff members alike.
  • Championed diversity initiatives within the school community, fostering an inclusive environment for all students and staff.
  • Promoted family engagement through regular communication channels such as newsletters, social media updates, conferences, open houses.
  • Analyzed assessment data to identify patterns or trends that could inform instructional adjustments or interventions.
  • Monitored attendance trends closely, implementing targeted interventions to reduce chronic absenteeism rates among students.
  • Supported the principal regarding staffing decisions by participating in interviews.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through formal observations and constructive feedback sessions, promoting instructional excellence.
  • Fostered strong relationships with community partners, enhancing educational opportunities available to students.
  • Enhanced school culture by implementing positive behavior interventions and supports.
  • Addressed parent concerns promptly, leading to increased satisfaction and trust in school leadership.
  • 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 volunteers and outside agencies.
  • Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
  • Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
  • Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
  • Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
  • Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
  • Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
  • Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
  • Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
  • Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
  • Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.

High School Teacher

Birmingham City Schools
08.1985 - 06.2000
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on trends and advancements in educational technology teaching methods.
  • Assessed student performance regularly through formative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Developed customized learning plans for individual students, ensuring their academic success in the subject area.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, keeping them informed about their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Established a positive classroom environment where students felt comfortable asking questions and exploring new ideas.
  • Contributed to curriculum development initiatives at the school or district level, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices in technology education.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged success.
  • Supported diverse learners by adapting instructional strategies and modifying assessments to meet individual needs.
  • Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs related to consumer science topics, cultivating student interest outside the classroom setting.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to target specific skill gaps and improve overall achievement levels among students.
  • Improved classroom management skills through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented formative assessment strategies to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
  • Enhanced student understanding by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
  • Incorporated project-based learning experiences into the curriculum, allowing students to apply their knowledge in practical ways.
  • Integrated culturally responsive teaching practices to create an inclusive classroom environment for all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced key concepts across multiple subject areas.
  • Increased parent engagement by maintaining open lines of communication, holding regular conferences, and sharing progress reports.
  • Communicated effectively with community, families and students to promote academic achievement and accomplish curriculum mission.
  • Employed variety of teaching strategies and instructional techniques to meet different aptitudes and interests of students.
  • Encouraged active learning by creating lessons and projects to engage problem-solving and creative abilities.
  • Established and maintained standards of student behavior to provide productive, orderly classroom environment.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures to students on child care, nutrition and food science.
  • Organized classroom spaces and materials for optimal student learning.
  • Helped students prepare for careers by advising on academic and vocational choices.
  • Improved students' understanding of care of babies and young children by teaching childcare classes.
  • Supported school by helping with campus and community outreach events.
  • Applied grading standards fairly and equitably for students' assignments.
  • Educated students on principles and methods of cooking different types of dishes.
  • Worked with fellow teachers and school administrators to optimize department offerings.

Education

Master of Arts - Education Administration

University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL
06.1999

Master of Arts - Family And Consumer Sciences

University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL
08.1992

Skills

  • Effective Leadership
  • Parent Communication
  • School safety
  • Academic advising
  • Parent Engagement and Communication
  • Multitasking ability
  • School Facilities and Operations
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Classroom Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • School Security and Safety Procedures
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Student achievement

Timeline

Middle School Assistant Principal

Birmingham City Schools
08.2000 - 05.2019

High School Teacher

Birmingham City Schools
08.1985 - 06.2000

Master of Arts - Education Administration

University of Montevallo

Master of Arts - Family And Consumer Sciences

University of Montevallo

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