School Leader Philosophy
Overview
Work History
Education
Certification
Skills
Professional Leadership and Involvement
Quote
References
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Danielle Owens

Danielle Owens

Educator
Rush,NY

School Leader Philosophy

The role of an educational leader is to make decisions that prioritize students' academic, social-emotional, and physical well-being. This is best accomplished through collaboration with all stakeholders working toward the common goal of ensuring student success that extends beyond the classroom, school walls, and graduation.  My duty as a leader is to empower teachers to employ best instructional practices that embrace differences, promote professional growth among teachers, and increase learning outcomes for students. My leadership is rooted in a fierce commitment to serving with integrity, transparency, humility, adaptability, and a teachable spirit, all of which contribute to a learning community where every member feels seen, heard, and valued, and can thrive in their own unique way.

Overview

22
22

Years of Professional Experience

11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

School Improvement Data Coordinator

Rochester City School District
09.2024 - Current

• Maintain and update information on receivership data.
• Generate reports that indicate performance toward meeting receivership targets.
• Assist in data analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Coordinate with other departments and external partners to gather and validate information.
• Work with registrar to ensure master schedule maximizes teacher efficacy and student learning.
• Handle data entry, updates, and management tasks efficiently.
• Provide support in preparing documentation and presentations related to receivership activities.
• Provide support and guidance to teachers to enhance instructional practices and improve student outcomes.
• Collaborate with educators to develop effective teaching strategies, offer professional development, and analyze instructional data to inform practices.
• Analyze student performance data to identify trends and areas for growth.
• Organize daily substitute coverage during teacher absences.

Testing Coordinator

Rochester City School District
09.2020 - Current

• Design testing schedule for all NYS and local assessments for high school students.
• Work with all staff to coordinate the appropriate environment and setting for all students during testing.
• Create the proctoring booklet and testing plan for each assessment.
• Facilitate staff meetings to communicate the testing plan to all staff.
• Daily use of district systems to gather and organize student and teacher information.
• Understanding of student program and testing needs to ensure appropriate accommodations are administered.

Instructional Coach

Rochester City School District
09.2015 - 06.2024

• Worked with building leadership to identify instructional priorities
• Provided support, model, coach and/or co-teach effective research-based teaching strategies to teachers in all departments.
• Worked with all departments to increase student achievement, teacher capacity and implement best practices.
• Met monthly with the MTSS academic team to discuss and plan student academic interventions
• Lead weekly meetings with staff focused on improving instructional outcomes.
• Met weekly with administrative team to establish, implement, and continually assess instructional goals for staff.
• Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, school administrators, and staff members.

English Language Arts Teacher

Rochester City School District
09.2003 - 08.2022

Education

Certificate of Advanced Study - Educational Administration

SUNY, Brockport
Brockport, NY
08.2012 - 05.2017

Master of Science - Education

Nazareth University
Rochester
08.2003 - 05.2006

Bachelor of Arts - English

Nazareth University
Rochester, NY
08.1997 - 05.2001

Certification

  • School Building Leader
  • School District Leader
  • English Language Arts 7-12

Skills

Analytical and Data Driven

Detail Oriented

Reflective

Compassionate

Collaborative

Clear and Effective Communication

Adaptable

Instructional Leader

Professional Leadership and Involvement

  • Data Wise School Improvement Process Participant and Facilitator
  • Professional Development Coordinator
  • MTSS Team Member and Facilitator
  • Standards-Based Grading Advocate
  • Restorative Practices Proponent

Quote

"Treat a man as he is, and he will remain as he is. Treat a man as he could be, and he will become what he should be."
Ralph Waldo Emerson

References

References are available upon request.

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