Donna Ware
Raytown,MO
Summary
Seeking a Secondary Vice Principal position with Kansas City Public Schools to use my educational experience and leadership skills to boost student achievement and create a positive school environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Interventionist
Success Academy @ Anderson
Kansas City, USA
08.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Kansas City Public Schools
- Develop and implement targeted reading intervention strategies to support students in grades 7-12, focusing on improving literacy skills and fostering a love for reading
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to create individualized learning plans, integrating reading support within the curriculum
- Assess student progress regularly and adjust instructional methods to ensure effective learning outcomes
- Kansas City Public Schools
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Middle School and High School Math)
Success Academy @ Anderson
Kansas City, USA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Company Overview: Kansas City Public Schools
- Delivered comprehensive math instruction to middle and high school students, maintaining continuity of learning and supporting diverse learning needs
- Developed engaging lesson plans and assessments to enhance student understanding and performance in mathematical concepts
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration
- Kansas City Area
Second Grade Lead Teacher/Administrator
Benton Harbor Area Schools
Benton Harbor, USA
08.2014 - 08.2022
- Create Lesson Plans, Mandate home visits, Mandate conferences, Track Attendance/ Meal Plans, Enhance student's basic skills by promoting a positive climate, Prepare students with social skills, behavioral management that will prepare them for kindergarten, Prepare Home Kits, Engage in family events, Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential
- Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences, Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning material and equipment, prepare classroom for class activities, Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, Prepare required reports on students and activities, Participate in meetings, Create Weekly New Letters, Plan monthly field trip with team
- Assists in the development, coordination and implementation of a comprehensive building level plan for responsive and efficient delivery of student services tailored to the adjustment and discipline needs of the students
- Develops and implements new and innovative ideas for improving the delivery of student education programs
- Provides leadership in designing building level programs and activities to alleviate problems of student attendance
- Assists the principal and staff in developing and implementing a school improvement plan, and sound secondary level philosophies and practices
- Develops and implements yearly performance objectives designed to improve student attendance, discipline, school climate, and student success and dropout rate
- Works with principal in assisting teachers to develop evaluation procedures designed to evaluate student progress in relation to instruction objectives
- Through scheduled classroom observations, assists principal in making regular systematic and accurate appraisals of teachers’ instructional practices by monitoring and assessing teachers’ professional performance
- Advises and assists teachers with classroom management and resolution of interpersonal relations conflicts between students/student and teacher/student
- Provides leadership in developing a positive school climate and harmonious multicultural, multiethnic educational environment
- Assists principal with establishing and supervising procedures for the security of school facilities and safety of all personnel and students
- Develops and implements master schedule for student and course distribution
- Assumes administrative responsibility of the school in the principal’s absence
- Performs any or all Medicaid Administrative Case Management duties, which serve to inform children and their families how to effectively access, use and maintain participation in all health resources under the Federal Medicaid program
Interview Board Member
Benton Harbor Area Schools
Benton Harbor, USA
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Knowing the organization's mission, programs, policies, and needs, seek out candidates for job opportunities, ask questions during interviewing, preparing for meetings by reviewing the agenda and supporting documentation, regularly attending board meetings and participating actively and conscientiously
- Keeping up with issues and trends that affect the organization, Maintaining confidentiality on all internal organizational affairs
ASP Middle School Lead Teacher/Administrator
Alternative School Program
Benton Harbor, USA
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Company Overview: Grades 6th, 7th, and 8th - Benton Harbor, MI
- Provide essential supervision to the students in educational requirements, Undertake small group discussions with students, Implementing individual education service plans for the students, Plan and follow the daily classroom instructional activities, Administer student assessment to ascertain academic needs, Work collaboratively with the staff, administrators, agency counselors, and parents for the efficient progress of the students
- Prepare necessary lesson plans that correlate with student needs, Prepare and maintain the student records, Maintain conducive classroom environment essential for learning, Develop different teaching and instructional methods appropriate for the students, Delivering instructions using the approved curriculum and course outlines, Assess the student's performance, Maintaining the attendance, student evaluation, and grade system reports of the students
- Direct the work to educational assistants, Follow and make students follow the rules and regulations of the alternative school, Submit all the necessary reports in a timely manner, develop behavior goals and point system so students can gradually re-enter their classroom within five weeks
- Assists in the development, coordination and implementation of a comprehensive building level plan for responsive and efficient delivery of student services tailored to the adjustment and discipline needs of the students
- Develops and implements new and innovative ideas for improving the delivery of student education programs
- Provides leadership in designing building level programs and activities to alleviate problems of student attendance
- Assists the principal and staff in developing and implementing a school improvement plan, and sound secondary level philosophies and practices
- Develops and implements yearly performance objectives designed to improve student attendance, discipline, school climate, and student success and dropout rate
- Works with principal in assisting teachers to develop evaluation procedures designed to evaluate student progress in relation to instruction objectives
- Through scheduled classroom observations, assists principal in making regular systematic and accurate appraisals of teachers’ instructional practices by monitoring and assessing teachers’ professional performance
- Advises and assists teachers with classroom management and resolution of interpersonal relations conflicts between students/student and teacher/student
- Provides leadership in developing a positive school climate and harmonious multicultural, multiethnic educational environment
- Assists principal with establishing and supervising procedures for the security of school facilities and safety of all personnel and students
- Develops and implements master schedule for student and course distribution
- Assumes administrative responsibility of the school in the principal’s absence
- Performs any or all Medicaid Administrative Case Management duties, which serve to inform children and their families how to effectively access, use and maintain participation in all health resources under the Federal Medicaid program
- Grades 6th, 7th, and 8th - Benton Harbor, MI
Long Term Building Substitute Teacher
Choice Schools
Benton Harbor, USA
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Prepared, created and taught lessons in all areas of the curriculum using a multitude of online resources
- Created and executed intervention plans for struggling students
- Fostered positive relationships and rapport with families on a daily basis through the use of email, instant messaging, video conferencing and phone
- Differentiated lessons and instruction to meet the needs of various learners in the class based on readiness, interest and multiple intelligences
- Provided constructive feedback to students in a timely manner, and managed quarterly grades and report cards
- Worked on a team to revise and further develop all areas of the 3rd grade curriculum
Lead Teacher/Administrator/Family Advocate
Tri County
Paw Paw, USA
01.2010 - 08.2010
- Company Overview: Paw Paw, MI
- Responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to promoting social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of children in a safe educational setting, supervise children at all times, demonstrate competency, good judgment and self-control in the presence of children and when performing assigned responsibilities
- Relate to children with courtesy, respect, acceptance and patience, recognize and respect the uniqueness and potential of all children, their families and their cultures
- Ensure that no child is abused, neglected or exploited while in care, report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation
- Assist children with their plans and daily activities in a caring and supportive learning environment, maintain confidential records education, attendance, health, achievement, and family involvement
- Submit all written reports, forms, and procedures to the EHS Education Coordinator on time
- Assist children to and from transportation loading/unloading area, assist in managing behaviors in a professional manner, conduct home visits for purposes of support, to share information, and educational strategies
- Contact parents (in person) for purposes of education and exchange of information frequently, conduct parent conferences for purposes of socialization progress, provide an atmosphere that promotes parental involvement during socialization
- Participate in training, in-services, conferences, and seminars as requested, and follow directions of supervisor and performing other duties as assigned
- Trained new employee for my position when leaving
- Paw Paw, MI
Paraprofessional
Benton Harbor Area Schools
Benton Harbor, USA
09.2006 - 01.2010
- Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress
- Assist Teacher with instructing and supervising children in classroom activities, especially children identified as having a moderate to severe disability
- Work with individual children or small groups of children to reinforce new skills
- Assist with critical daily activities such as classroom transition times, mealtimes and toileting
- Utilize appropriate language, interactions and positive discipline, Model positive behavior
- Continuously monitor children to ensure safety at all times, and report child abuse and neglect
- Develop age appropriate activities for lesson plans, Maintain open communication with parents
- As a parent advocate, help resolve issues or concerns that are raised by parents and staff
- Inform parents about daily classroom routine, expectations, policies, field trips and volunteer opportunities
- Complete all necessary paperwork for classroom activities including meal count sheets, attendance, screenings, parent/teacher conferences
- Actively participate in meetings which may include management, teaching team, center, committee, parent, parent policy, family reviews, city/state, agency, and board meetings
- Attend and actively participate in all IEP meetings with teaching staff and parents
- Participate in team meetings, Communicate and share ideas
- Help to maintain a clean and organized learning environment, Sanitize all surfaces, equipment, assist with routinely checking classroom equipment and materials to ensure they are in good repair, any other duties assigned by supervisor
Education
Master's degree - Masters of Education in Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
Clinton, IA08.2011
Associate of Arts -
Lake Michigan College
Lake Michigan, MI05.2011
Associate of Applied Science -
Lake Michigan College
Lake Michigan, MI05.2004
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Mentorship and Guidance
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
- CPR
- Teaching
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Organizational Skills
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Management
- Experience with Children K-12th
Certification
- School Leader K-12, 12/13/2023, 12/13/2027
- CPR & First Aid, 09/01/18, 09/30/2026
- Teaching Certification B-3, 12/01/23, 12/31/27
- Substitute Teaching Certification, 12/01/24, 12/31/27
- Elementary Education 1-6, 12/01/23, 12/31/27
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
Success Academy @ Anderson
08.2023 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Middle School and High School Math)
Success Academy @ Anderson
08.2022 - 08.2023
Interview Board Member
Benton Harbor Area Schools
08.2016 - 08.2018
Second Grade Lead Teacher/Administrator
Benton Harbor Area Schools
08.2014 - 08.2022
ASP Middle School Lead Teacher/Administrator
Alternative School Program
06.2012 - 08.2014
Long Term Building Substitute Teacher
Choice Schools
08.2010 - 06.2012
Lead Teacher/Administrator/Family Advocate
Tri County
01.2010 - 08.2010
Paraprofessional
Benton Harbor Area Schools
09.2006 - 01.2010
Master's degree - Masters of Education in Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
Associate of Arts -
Lake Michigan College
Associate of Applied Science -
Lake Michigan College