Dr. Mateba Harris
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Talented Associate Principal offering 24 years of education experience. Resourceful and passionate educator with talent for developing and implementing successful strategies. Accomplished educational leader with a proven track record at Fort Bend ISD and Milwaukee Public Schools, adept in operations management and fostering professional learning communities. Leveraged data-driven decision-making to enhance teacher effectiveness and student engagement, achieving a PBIS School of Distinction recognition. Skilled in innovation and creating collaborative environments, significantly improving academic and operational outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Principal
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2015 - Current
- Mentored eight (8) assistant principals, contributing to their professional growth and development.e
- Conducted 5-10 weekly classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness, and provided face to face and written feedback
- Communicated with parents through weekly newsletters, phone calls and emails to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Built innovative master schedule with built-in time for daily intervention and enrichment.
- Increased the percentage of students participating in advanced coursework, including incoming freshmen, from 10% to 30%.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
Assistant Principal
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Partnered with principals to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at school.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Actively participated in monthly district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
- Held monthly meetings and streamlined administrative processes to maximize efficiency in daily operations at the school level.
Principal
Milwaukee Public Schools
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Championed technology integration in classrooms to increase efficiency in lesson delivery while also preparing students for the digital age.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments to develop interdisciplinary curricula for a more holistic educational experience.
- Evaluated curriculum materials for alignment with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
- Bridged two campuses to create K-12 campus focused on Career and Technical Education at the high school level.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Allocated school budgets and solicited additional funding from grant programs with well-written applications.
- Received state level recognition as a PBIS school of Distinction for implementing schoolwide systems and structures of Tiered behavior supports.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
Assistant Principal
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
07.2009 - 01.2012
- Increased teacher retention rate from 50% to 95% for the Career and Technical Education Community of teachers. Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Coached and provided professional development for small groups of teachers, which led to significant (40%) gains on the District Interim Assessments in Algebra I.
Assistant Director of Special Education
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
08.2005 - 07.2009
- Increased IDEA compliance from 33% to 95% during the 2006-2007 school year for nine (9) campuses, including alternative settings.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Served as a key liaison between school administration and special education staff, fostering collaboration and promoting shared goals for student success.
- Managed budgetary resources wisely, ensuring the availability of necessary materials and services for students with special needs.
- Created inclusive work environment and school community by engaging in training, reflection, and dialogue.
- Supported and guided school personnel on best practices for special education.
- Collaborated with general education staff to modify curriculum materials, enabling students with disabilities to access grade-level content.
- Established partnerships with local agencies to provide additional resources and supports for students transitioning from high school into adult life or post-secondary opportunities.
- Assisted in developing district-wide policies related to special education programming that aligned with best practice standards in the field.
- Coached school-based special education teachers and special education team members.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Education
Ph.D. - Urban Education And Leadership
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI05.2011
Master of Science - Exceptional Education
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI05.1999
Skills
- Data-driven decision-making
- Systematic and operational Management and Planning
- Professional Learning Communities
- Relationship building and networking
- Instructional Leadership
- Strategic leadership
- Student achievement
- Performance Improvement
Accomplishments
- Led at team of teachers to significantly increase Algebra I STAAR scores.
- Effectively worked with teachers and administration to decrease incident referrals by 25% for students who were frequently referred.
- Received "Hard Hat" Award from campus principal for distinguished leadership.
- Served on the RDA committee established to decrease overrepresentation of African American students' removals. Achieved goal 2022-2023 school year.
Certification
Principal Certification- Texas Educational Agency 2014-2026
Timeline
Associate Principal
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2015 - Current
Assistant Principal
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2015 - 07.2018
Principal
Milwaukee Public Schools
07.2012 - 06.2014
Assistant Principal
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
07.2009 - 01.2012
Assistant Director of Special Education
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
08.2005 - 07.2009
Ph.D. - Urban Education And Leadership
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Master of Science - Exceptional Education
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Principal Certification- Texas Educational Agency 2014-2026
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