Dawn Walton
Warren,OH
Summary
Focused education professional with master's degree in administration and experience helping students achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
CHANEY MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
- Building Testing Coordinator
- OTES and OCES Certified
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Actively participated in district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- 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.
Instructional Coach
East Middle school
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Focus on Decision Rules, GRR, and Keys to Literacy
- Prepared and presented Professional Development to Teachers
- Member of the Building Leadership Team & Literacy Team
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
6th Grade ELA Teacher
McGuffey Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Taught 6th grade ELA to all 65 Sixth Grade Students
- Created and implemented lesson plans in accordance to Scope and Sequence, following Ohio Standards
- All lessons followed GRR framework
- Participated in implementing PBIS
- Member of Building and District Leadership Team
- Internal facilitator for Keys to Literacy, vocabulary routine
- Maintained excellent classroom management which led to a classroom environment conducive to learning
Regional Director
Sylvan Learning Center
03.2000 - 08.2018
- Tested new students (k-12) in order to create personalized educational programs
- Established rapport with students, parents, and critical family members throughout their time at Sylvan
- Performed ongoing conferences with parents to keep them informed on students' academic progress.
Education
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership -
American College of Education
05.2021
Graduate Level Courses -
Ashland University
Ashland, OHBACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION -
Ashland University
Ashland, OH05.1996
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Student achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
Certification
- OH, Teacher License, 1-8, expires 6/30/26
- OH, Principal License, Pk-6 & 4-9, expires 6/30/26
References
- Aaron Bouie, Chief Academic Officer, Youngstown City Schools
aaron.bouie@youngstown.k12.oh.us
716-867-1236
- Michael Sauner, Principal Chaney Middle School
michael.sauner@youngstown.k12.oh.us
330-819-2925
- Dr. Martin Freeman, Supervisor of Social Services, Youngstown City Schools
martin.freeman@youngstown.k12.oh.us
330-540-4555
- Aadrian Yancey, Former Principal
aadrian.yancey@youngstown.k12.oh.us
330-219-0455,
Timeline
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
CHANEY MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
Instructional Coach
East Middle school
06.2021 - 08.2022
6th Grade ELA Teacher
McGuffey Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2021
Regional Director
Sylvan Learning Center
03.2000 - 08.2018
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership -
American College of Education
Graduate Level Courses -
Ashland University
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION -
Ashland University
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