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Deja Burgess Gaiter

Maple Heights,OH

Summary

Dedicated educational leader with 4 years of Special Education experience and 2 years as an Assistant Director I, currently pursuing a Master’s in Educational Leadership. Proven expertise in IEP implementation, behavior supports, and promoting inclusive school cultures. Committed to empowering staff, engaging families, and improving outcomes for all learners through equity-driven leadership. Willing to relocate to: Atlanta, GA - Houston, TX Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Director

North Shore High School
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily staffing, scheduling, and conflict resolution to support a productive workplace culture
  • Designed and facilitated professional development initiatives, improving staff performance and engagement
  • Delivered training on instructional practices and communication, aligning with employee learning & development principles
  • Ensured compliance with educational policies and maintained accurate, confidential personnel records
  • Led data-driven meetings to assess team performance and support strategic planning
  • Oversaw safety protocols, crisis response, and policy implementation, demonstrating organizational leadership and risk management
  • Guided student discipline processes and served as a success coach and mentor, supporting behavioral growth and conflict resolution

Intervention Specialist Coordinator

North Shore High School
01.2021 - 08.2024
  • Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives.
  • Assists teachers with Special Education students to enable learning with minimal disruptions to other students
  • Learn and implement a variety of behavior plans for students.
  • Uses knowledge of student needs to make necessary modifications to daily activities
  • Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as assigned teacher

Educational and Administrative Assistant

Northeast Ohio Medical University
09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Provided administrative support for academic programs, including Zoom coordination, scheduling, and expense reporting
  • Acted as liaison for students, faculty, and visitors, delivering responsive communication and front-office support
  • Developed and presented academic outreach materials to engage high school and college students
  • Supported curriculum transformation efforts by organizing meetings, documenting outcomes, and maintaining accurate records

Office Manager

West Preparatory Academy
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Oversee enrollment, re-enrollment, and waitlist procedures in compliance with charter regulations; coordinate open enrollment periods, conduct school tours, and ensure accurate student data entry and reporting.
  • Supervise daily front office functions, including attendance, scheduling, and supply management; support school administrators, teachers, and support staff in daily tasks.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for families; provide responsive communication regarding enrollment, events, and school updates to foster strong home-school relationships.
  • Organize logistics for key events such as orientation, back-to-school night, school assemblies, cultural celebrations, and family engagement nights, ensuring smooth coordination and high participation.
  • Maintain compliance with charter authorizer requirements by assisting with data collection, state reporting, audits, and maintaining student records according to FERPA and school policies.

RECEPTIONIST/DATA ENTRY/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

ROBERT HALF
01.2016 - 06.2018
  • Performed clerical work such as typing documents printing, copying, filing, faxing etc.
  • Properly answered and directed phone calls using switchboards
  • Greeting and directing visitors to the appropriate parties.
  • Handling basic office duties, such as answering and routing phones, responding to emails, maintaining employee, financial, and client records, and data entry and reporting.
  • Answering questions and finding information for employees, vendors, clients, and lenders.
  • Supporting employees by facilitating interdepartmental communications and interactions between internal and external parties.
  • Ensuring that the office is well-maintained, organized, and secure.

Education

Master's degree - Educational Leadership

Franklin University
Columbus, OH
10.2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Health Sciences

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH
05.2018

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Communication skills
  • Experience working with students
  • Leadership
  • Team management
  • Classroom experience
  • Mentoring
  • Customer service
  • Administrative experience
  • Teaching

Certification

  • 5 Year Substitute License - Multi-Age PK-12 July 2021 to July 2026
  • Special Education Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR Certification

Timeline

Assistant Director

North Shore High School
08.2024 - Current

Intervention Specialist Coordinator

North Shore High School
01.2021 - 08.2024

Educational and Administrative Assistant

Northeast Ohio Medical University
09.2019 - 06.2020

Office Manager

West Preparatory Academy
07.2018 - 08.2019

RECEPTIONIST/DATA ENTRY/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

ROBERT HALF
01.2016 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Health Sciences

Cleveland State University

Master's degree - Educational Leadership

Franklin University

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