Donna Hutcheson
Dallas,TX
Summary
Seasoned principal with strong background in educational leadership. Skilled in fostering positive learning environments and driving academic progress through effective collaboration among educators, students, and parents. Proven ability to improve school culture by implementing innovative strategies for student engagement and staff professional development. Notable impact made in previously held roles through enhancement of curriculum standards and implementation of comprehensive programs for continuous school improvement.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Akiba-Yavneh Academy High School
01.2019 - Current
- Coordinated student life and academics, overseeing daily school operations; established goals for teachers and students, delivering constructive feedback; recruited and hired personnel; upheld school mission; implemented strategies to improve student learning.
- Led curriculum development to enhance educational standards and student learning experiences.
- Managed faculty recruitment, training, and evaluation processes for teaching staff.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure a safe and supportive school environment.
Assistant Principal
North Garland MST Magnet High School
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Oversaw enrollment process for 2700 students in 2017-2018, ensuring accurate data collection and streamlined registration.
- Demographics (2016-2017): African-American (14.7%)-Hispanic (54.2%)-Anglo (10.6%)-Others (20%) Economic Disadvantaged (65.6%)-LEP (12.2%) -At Risk (37.4%)
- Dallas County Promise Challenge Lead Administrator, 2018-2019
- Directed PLTW/MST programs in Health Science Technology and Engineering departments, enhancing curriculum alignment and student engagement.
- Coordinated campus testing efforts, analyzing data for intervention, managing student testing history, and training staff on state testing updates and procedures.
Assistant Principal
Naaman Forest High School
01.2006 - 01.2017
- Supervised ELA department, ensuring curriculum alignment and enhancing instructional effectiveness across grade levels.
- Coordinated Pre-AP and AP classes; attended SpringBoard training and implemented strategies in classroom; maintained and updated CollegeBoard records and staff AP training materials.
- Assisted in recruitment and oversaw implementation of NMSI Grant requirements at Naaman Forest HS, ensuring compliance and support for academic initiatives.
- Campus Testing Coordinator: Analyze data for intervention; manage all student testing history, including local assessments, state testing, SAT/ACT; communicate with District Testing Coordinator regarding state testing changes and updates; provide training to campus staff; disseminate information to staff, parents and students.
- Reorganized and reconciled an outdated system for tracking books and implemented TipWeb to overhaul textbook management.
ELA Instructional Specialist, 9-12
GISD
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Coordinated with district ELA coordinators to design online curriculum for ELA, 9-12, enhancing accessibility and engagement for students.
- Developed instructional materials for diverse learning environments.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for educators and staff.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance curriculum alignment and implementation.
ELA Department Chair
Schrade Middle School
01.1998 - 01.2003
- Led curriculum development initiatives for diverse student needs.
- Coordinated professional development sessions to enhance teaching effectiveness and support staff growth.
- Implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Facilitated communication among teachers, parents, and administration to foster collaboration and address student needs.
- Mentored new teachers through classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated and improved departmental policies and procedures to align with best practices and enhance departmental effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented departmental policies and procedures.
ELA Department Chair
Berry Middle School
Mesquite, USA
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Led curriculum development initiatives for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and administration.
- Oversaw department budget and resource allocation processes.
- Implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Mentored new teachers through classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated and improved departmental policies and procedures regularly.
- Developed and implemented departmental policies and procedures.
Education
Masters - Education
Texas A&M University
Commerce05-2006
BS - History, English
University of Texas at Tyler
01-1989
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Curriculum design
- Student assessment
- Program assessment
- Professional development
- Behavior management
- Academic instruction
- Remote learning management
- Strategic planning
- Personnel management
- Staff management
- Behavior management management
- Data analysis
- Standards analysis
- Safety protocols
- Goal planning
- Event coordination
- Parent engagement
- Parent relations
- Communication skills
- Written communication
- Teamwork
- Collaborative learning
- Group facilitation
- Performance improvement
- Student orientation
- Policy development
- Adaptability
- Harmony
- Policy development
Certification
- Principal EC-12
- English teacher, 6-12 Lifetime
- History teacher, 6-12 Lifetime
Leadership Training
- GISD Social Emotional Learning Steering Committee 2018-2019
- Dallas Promise Challenge Administrator, 2018-2019
- Leadership Coaching for High Performance, Level II-Results Coaching Global, 02/01/18
- Leadership Coaching for High Performance, Level I-Results Coaching Global, 04/01/17
- International Leadership Alliance Advanced Leadership Program for Female Leaders, Spring, 2016
Awards
- Scholarship for International Schools Leadership Alliance Advanced Leadership Program, 2016
- Naaman Forest High School Employee of the Year, 2014-2015 & 2012-2013
Teaching Experience
- 8th grade ELA teacher, Schrade Middle School, Garland, TX
- 8th grade ELA teacher, Berry Middle School, Mesquite, TX
- 8th grade US History and ELA teacher, Agnew Middle School, Mesquite, TX
- 7th and 8th grade Reading and ELA teacher, DeSoto East Jr. High, DeSoto, TX
- 12th and 9th grade ELA teacher, Wilmer-Hutchins HS, Dallas, TX
Professional Development
- GISD Interview Committee for Assistant Principals, 2016, 2015, 2014
- Future Principal Institute, GISD, 2014
- Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) 2014
- Southern Association of Colleges and School (SACS) Committee Chairperson, 2014
- Critical Conversations, 2014
- Coordinator, Naaman Forest HS Campus Improvement Team, 2013
- PDAS Trainer for GISD, 2011
- GISD Code of Conduct Review Committee, 2011
- GISD New Horizons Advisory Board, 2010
- Region 10 Assistant Principal Leadership Academy, 2009
- District Coordinator, UIL District Academic Meet, 2007-08
Timeline
Principal
Akiba-Yavneh Academy High School
01.2019 - Current
Assistant Principal
North Garland MST Magnet High School
01.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Principal
Naaman Forest High School
01.2006 - 01.2017
ELA Instructional Specialist, 9-12
GISD
01.2003 - 01.2006
ELA Department Chair
Schrade Middle School
01.1998 - 01.2003
ELA Department Chair
Berry Middle School
01.1997 - 01.1998
Masters - Education
Texas A&M University
BS - History, English
University of Texas at Tyler