Derisse Perry
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Dedicated and student-centered educational leader with 19+ years of teaching experience, including five years as an Exceptional Children Pre-K teacher. Demonstrated success in early childhood education, MTSS collaboration, equity-centered leadership, school climate development, and instructional support. Experienced principal intern skilled in walkthroughs, teacher observations, minor discipline management, and leading culture-building initiatives that uplift students and staff. Currently completing a Master of School Administration at Appalachian State University. Committed to fostering inclusive environments that strengthen student growth, teacher efficacy, and positive school culture.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EC Pre-k Teacher
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
08.2020 - Current
- Monitored student progress through assessments and adjusted instruction based on individual needs.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Head Start Teacher
Family Services Forsyth County
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Coordinated community resources and services to provide comprehensive support for families in need.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to create an engaging, inclusive educational environment for all students.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Head Start Teacher
YMCA Child Development Center
07.2012 - 07.2016
- Mentored junior teachers in effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Led professional development workshops focused on best practices in early childhood education and inclusion strategies.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by maintaining open lines of communication via newsletters, conferences, and progress reports.
- Contributed to the school''s continuous improvement efforts by actively participating in faculty meetings, committees, and community outreach events.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to meet individual needs.
Education
Master's of School Administration - Education Administration
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-2026
M.D. - Education
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC12-2022
Master of Science - Legal Studies
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05-2018
Skills
- Educational and Instructional Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- EC compliance
- Student Performance Analysis
- Staff Training co-led with Principal
- Conflict Resolution
- Parental Engagement
- Policy Implementation
- Committee Leadership
- Walk throughs and Observation
- Equity and Inclusion Leadership
Certification
- Master in legal studies
- Licensed Birth-K Teaching- Active
Timeline
EC Pre-k Teacher
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
08.2020 - Current
Head Start Teacher
Family Services Forsyth County
07.2020 - 08.2020
Head Start Teacher
YMCA Child Development Center
07.2012 - 07.2016
Master's of School Administration - Education Administration
Appalachian State University
M.D. - Education
Winston-Salem State University
Master of Science - Legal Studies
Regent University