Dr. Sharonne Simmons
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Experienced and award-winning educator with a demonstrated history of working in the K-12 education industry. Strong education professional, team player and organized self-starter. Enthusiastic educator eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of educational technology and instructional design. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the field of educational leadership. Accomplished administrator with advanced education and extensive classroom experience. Decisive in making operational, hiring and learning decisions. Clear and consistent in enforcing school rules and discipline.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Kid Stars Rising Christian Learning Academy
Fayetteville, NC
06.2021 - Current
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
- Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff.
- Oversaw school budgets, documented changes and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Oversaw afterschool programs and monitored activities for safe and encouraging learning environment.
- Oversaw day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
- Reviewed test scores from standardized tests administered at different grade levels in order to track academic progress over time.
- Encouraged and voiced positive feedback to mentor and motivate new teachers.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Referred to student performance data to set educational goals and standards.
- Supervised administrative staff responsible for student records, health services, transportation and food services.
- Monitored school administration activity and implemented policies to support student safety, inclusion and academic success.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
- Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.
- Enforced school rules for attendance, discipline and honesty.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies and student behavior or learning problems.
- Promoted an atmosphere of respect amongst students by enforcing disciplinary codes consistently throughout the school year.
- Ensured that all classrooms are equipped with necessary materials needed for successful instruction delivery including textbooks, computers, lab equipment .
- Developed and tracked benchmarks for measuring institutional success to help teachers maximize teaching potential.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Met and listened to student concerns to encourage, guide, and assist, resulting in improved academics.
Third Grade Teacher
Cumberland Academy K-5
Fayetteville, NC
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Collaborate with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Create lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Drive student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Assess student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Assist students in developing self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Establish positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Teach students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Develop and maintain courteous and effective working relationships.
- Serve as Grade Level Chair, School Improvement Team Chair, ClassDojo Mentor, and Remediation Coordinator.
Third Grade AIG Teacher
Morganton Road Elementary School
Fayetteville, NC
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Work closely with administration and faculty to carry out the vision and mission of Morganton Road Elementary School.
- Plan lessons (ELA, MATH, SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES) using approved educational resources that meet county and state requirements.
- Serve on the Morganton Road Elementary School Improvement Team.
- Serve on the Morganton Road Elementary AIG (Academic Intellectually Gifted) Team.
- Serve on the Positive Behavior and Intervention Support Team (PBIS 3rd Grade Representative).
- Assist with after school activities and events as required.
- Create strong relationships with parents through Class DOJO and Google Classroom.
- Monitor student progress via progress reports, homework, daily classwork, Success Maker (ELA and MATH), Istation, Words Their Way, Schoolnet and other summative assessments.
- Hold parent-teacher conferences as requested by teacher and parents.
- Successful in community engagement and communication.
- Highly proficient in Google Tools, Prezi, Blendspace, Microsoft and other online technological programs.
- Proficient in online instruction through the use of Blackboard, Zoom, Google Classroom, and Google Meet.
- Tutor elementary and high school students based on family needs.
Assistant Principal
Montclair Elementary School
Fayetteville, NC
04.2012 - 04.2019
- Liaised with the principal to align vision and goals with school program administration targets and successful, safe learning environment.
- Recruited, hired, and retained highly-qualified individuals who shared the vision and mission of Montclair Elementary School.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions using PBIS data and Behavior Document Tools.
- Developed positive school climate by building effective communication within school.
- Coordinated transportation of students to and from school and extracurricular functions.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures using the Cumberland County Schools Code of Conduct.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Served on the School Improvement Team as an administrative representative.
- Collaborated with various school departments (Resource, Student Council, Hospitality, PBIS, Awards Committee, and Beta Club) to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
- Displayed strong decision making abilities and confidence to staff and students.
- Collaborated with resource and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Served as School Services Team Chairperson to schedule, create, and facilitate meetings and promote prescriptive services as needed via required stakeholders (parents, teachers, and staff).
- Efficiently coordinated state, district, and school-wide testing.
- Facilitated the federal cards process.
- Managed and distributed text books and instructional supplies as required.
- Served as Site Based Administrator for the Douglas Byrd District Read-to-Achieve Summer Reading Camp: June - July 2017 and June-July 2018.
- Facilitated staff meetings with the use of technology to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
Second Grade Teacher
Stoney Point Elementary School
Fayetteville, NC
07.2005 - 04.2012
- Referred to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Worked with school administrators to develop classroom management policies.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay abreast of policy and education changes.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Administered and graded class work and standardized tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Instructed students individually and cooperatively using varied teaching methods.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Administered support on the Academically Intellectually Gifted team 2005-2009.
- Served as grade level chair, ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies lead teacher, respectively, over the course of teaching tenure.
- Elected and served as the NEA (National Education Association) representative for Stoney Point Elementary 2006-2008.
- Nominated as RBC Centura Bank Teacher of the Year, Spring 2006.
- Elected as Vertical Team Committee Chair, September 2011.
- Represented second grade team as a member of the Stoney Point Elementary School Improvement Team.
Education
Ph.D. - Education
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC08.2018
Master of School Administration - School Administration And Supervision
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-6)
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC06.2002
Skills
- Instructional leader
- Effective and organized self-starter
- Building and maintaining relationships
- Coaching and mentoring students and staff
- Strong communication skills
- Technology integration
- Organizational skills
- Video Conferencing
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Student Placement
- Group Instruction
- Proficient in online digital tools (Connexus, NearPod, Flipgrid, Padlet, JamBoard, Google Classroom, Google Documents, and Google Forms)
- Data-Driven Instruction
- New Student Orientation
- Teaching and Learning Assessments
- Annual Reviews
- School Community Relations
- Academic Administration
- Staff and Educator Guidance
- Instructional Leadership
- School Culture
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Standardized Testing and Scoring
- Technology Integrations
- Academic Instruction
- Administrative Management
- Performance Evaluations
- Personnel Reviews
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access), GradeLink, Google Apps
Accomplishments
- Cumberland County Schools’ Assistant Principal of the Year 2017-2018 Finalist, April 2018
- Kappa Delta Pi – International Honor Society, Gardner-Webb University, inducted March 2017
- Wells Fargo/Cumberland County Schools Outstanding Educator of the Year-Administrator Award, February 2017
- Montclair Elementary School’s Staff Member of the Month: September 2016, February 2015, June 2014, September 2013, and September 2012
- Fayetteville State University SACS (Student Affairs and Services Committee) Graduate Representative, 2009-201
- North Carolina Principal Fellows Scholarship Recipient, July 2009 – May 2011 (North Carolina General Assembly/Fayetteville State University)
- RBC Centura Bank Tribute to Teachers’ Program Teacher of the Year Nominee, April 2006
- Collegiate All-American Scholar, January 2005 (Fayetteville State University)
- Chancellor’s List, Fayetteville State University, Spring 2004, Fall 2004, and Spring 2005
- Stoney Point Elementary School’s Teacher Assistant of the Year, 2003 – 2004
- America’s Outstanding College Students– Spring 2002 (Fayetteville Technical Community College)
- National Dean’s List, April 2002 (Fayetteville Technical Community College)
Certification
Elementary Education (K-6)
Master of School Administration - Principal K-12
Professional Educator II - Doctorate of Education - Superintendent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Principal
Kid Stars Rising Christian Learning Academy
06.2021 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Cumberland Academy K-5
08.2020 - 06.2021
Third Grade AIG Teacher
Morganton Road Elementary School
07.2019 - 06.2020
Assistant Principal
Montclair Elementary School
04.2012 - 04.2019
Second Grade Teacher
Stoney Point Elementary School
07.2005 - 04.2012
Ph.D. - Education
Gardner-Webb University
Master of School Administration - School Administration And Supervision
Fayetteville State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-6)
Fayetteville State University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Elementary Education (K-6)
Master of School Administration - Principal K-12
Professional Educator II - Doctorate of Education - Superintendent
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