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Dr. Julie E. Smith

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Assistant Principal with proven success in enhancing student performance and teacher effectiveness through innovative leadership strategies. Expertise in educational leadership, conflict resolution, and team collaboration fosters a positive learning environment. Strong communicator with a commitment to staff development and strategic planning, driving school-wide initiatives and academic program management.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Principal of Curriculum

School Board Of Alachua County
Gainesville, Florida
08.2025 - Current
  • Consulted on school curriculum and district services to align with educational objectives.
  • Managed school administration operations, including teacher schedules and student registration processes.
  • Facilitated communication among administration, staff, and parents to address student needs.
  • Coordinated staff training sessions to improve teaching strategies and enhance student engagement.
  • Evaluated faculty performance through classroom observations and structured feedback sessions.

Assistant Principal for Student Services

School Board of Alachua County
Gainesville, FL
01.2015 - 08.2025
  • Oversaw ESE and Guidance departments, managing master schedules and senior student progress.
  • Led professional development initiatives to enhance staff skills and overall performance.
  • Conducted teacher observations and provided feedback to promote instructional improvement.
  • Served as Threat Management Chair, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Acted as Accreditation Lead, facilitating compliance with educational standards.
  • Administered summer school programs, overseeing operations and staffing requirements.
  • Managed 25+ paraprofessionals, front office personnel, and nursing staff for optimal service delivery.

Classroom Teacher

School Board of Alachua County
Gainesville, FL
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Instructed 3rd and 5th grade students in various subjects

Curriculum Resource Teacher

Bradford County School Board
Starke, FL
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Ran the RtI process
  • Helped with master schedule
  • Data chats for entire school

Classroom Teacher

Orange County School Board
Orlando, FL
01.2006 - 01.2009
  • Delivered educational content to ESOL Sheltered class and 5th Grade learners

Classroom Teacher

Alachua County School Board
Gainesville, FL
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Facilitated learning for 3rd Grade students across various subjects

Education

EdD - Educational Leadership

Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL
08.2024

EdS - Educational Leadership

Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL
08.2023

M. Ed - Educational Leadership

Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL
04.2014

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Assessment enhancement
  • Data analysis
  • Teacher evaluation
  • Student scheduling
  • Educational leadership
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • IEP development
  • School safety procedures
  • Effective communication

Certification

  • Educational Leadership K-12
  • ESOL
  • Elementary Education K-6
  • Exceptional Student Education
  • School Principal All Levels

Timeline

Assistant Principal of Curriculum

School Board Of Alachua County
08.2025 - Current

Assistant Principal for Student Services

School Board of Alachua County
01.2015 - 08.2025

Classroom Teacher

School Board of Alachua County
01.2013 - 01.2015

Curriculum Resource Teacher

Bradford County School Board
01.2009 - 01.2013

Classroom Teacher

Orange County School Board
01.2006 - 01.2009

Classroom Teacher

Alachua County School Board
01.2005 - 01.2006

EdD - Educational Leadership

Saint Leo University

EdS - Educational Leadership

Saint Leo University

M. Ed - Educational Leadership

Saint Leo University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Florida State University