Donna King
Hamilton,AL
Summary
Experienced leader with a strong foundation in school administration and leadership. Known for fostering a positive learning environment and supporting both staff and students. Skilled in creating master schedules, promoting attendance, and adapting to changing needs. Committed to excellence.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Hamilton High School
Hamilton , Alabama
07.2016 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Created, entered data, and revised master schedule.
- Managed school attendance by entering data, reporting, and conducting conferences with parents.
- Assisted with special events such as parent-teacher conferences, school plays, and graduation ceremonies
- Served on the RTI Team securing intervention programs for struggling students.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
Secondary Language Arts Teacher
Hackleburg High School
Hackelburg, Alabama
08.1999 - 07.2016
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in language arts education.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Coached Varsity Cheerleading.
- Actively served as Jr. Beta Club sponsor providing assistance in raising funds, chaperoning trips, and attending conferences.
Secondary Language Arts/Intervention Teacher
Hale County High School
Moundville, Alabama
08.1996 - 06.1998
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Helped students prepare for standardized tests
- Administered tests before, during, and after program interventions.
- Used specialized software programs such as New Century Education and assistive devices to further goals.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Coordinated activities to raise funds for junior/senior prom.
- Coached Varsity Girls' Basketball.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
University of North Alabama
Florence, AlabamaBachelor of Science - Secondary Language Arts
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaCourse of Study - Business Administration And Management
Northwest Community College
Hamilton, AlabamaSkills
- Instructional leadership
- Relationship building
- Parent engagement
- Master class schedule
- School administration
- Attendance monitoring
- Discipline management
- Extracurricular activities
- College and career readiness
- Staff management
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Hamilton High School
07.2016 - Current
Secondary Language Arts Teacher
Hackleburg High School
08.1999 - 07.2016
Secondary Language Arts/Intervention Teacher
Hale County High School
08.1996 - 06.1998
Master of Science - Education Administration
University of North Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Language Arts
The University of Alabama
Course of Study - Business Administration And Management
Northwest Community College
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