Motivated professional offering Executive Leadership in Employee Experience. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines. Excellence in strategic planning for an organization's process to define its strategy or direction, and making decisions on allocating its resources to attain diplomatic goals.
Hi, I’m
Dr. Stephanie Taylor
Assistant Principal
Summary
Overview
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Hardin Valley ElementaryKnoxville, TN
Assistant Principal
08.2018 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Observe, supervise and evaluate teachers and staff to further school’s vision of excellence.
- Supervise (PBIS) Positive Behavior Intervention Supports school-wide to encourage good student behavior.
- Conduct (PLC’s) Professional Learning Communities to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students.
- Display strong decision making abilities and confidence to staff and students.
- Review standardized test results to assess student progress and academic performance.
- Present resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
Hardin Valley ElementaryKnoxville, TN
Summer School Principal
06.2022 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Reviewed standardized test results to assess student progress and academic performance.
- Developed platform for instructional practices design through data-driven decision-making.
- Informed students and parents of policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.
- Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement aligned with district, state and local initiatives.
Northwest Middle SchoolKnoxville, TN
Student Support Principal/Athletic Director
07.2016 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Observed, supervised and evaluated teachers and staff to further school's vision of excellence.
- Supervised over 30 academic core teachers and support staff including related arts, custodians and athletic coaches.
- Conducted student discipline issues and coordinated improvement plans with teachers and parents.
- Supervised maintenance and care of physical plant.
- Oversaw student-athlete's conduct and academic eligibility.
Knox County SchoolsKnoxville, TN
Secondary Staffing Manager
05.2014 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Reviewed employment applications and evaluate work history, education and training, job skills, compensation needs, and other qualifications of applicants.
- Supervised the daily operational staff and functions of Human Resources office.
- Assisted in coordination of employment activities, such as those concerned with preparing job requisitions; interviewing, selecting, and hiring candidates.
- Searched for and recruited applicants for open positions.
- Attended Recruitment Fairs across Tennessee and surrounding states.
University of TennesseeKnoxville, TN
Academic Mentor/Student-Athlete
01.2016 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Provided academic resources/support to student-athletes.
- Created a day-to-day structure and foster a sense of accountability for students' academic responsibilities.
- Assured that the student athlete stayed on track academically to remain eligible to play sports and, ultimately, graduate.
- Facilitated comprehensive academic support program in conjunction with the Office of Disability Services.
Fulton High SchoolKnoxville, TN
Assistant Principal
06.2008 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Created and sustained an organizational culture that supported the school's vision and goals.
- Supervised over 25 core academic teachers and support staff in the School of Health Sciences.
- Developed and monitored the implementation of Health Science program of studies in the Small Learning Community: School of Health Science.
- Consulted with outside
agencies to support the School of Health Sciences.
Green Magnet Math & Science AcademyKnoxville, TN
Assistant Principal
08.2006 - 05.2008
Job overview
- Monitored and maintained student discipline throughout the school.
- Supervised over 30 core academic staff and support staff.
- Utilized a systematic process to receive and provide feedback to appropriate school and county offices regarding student/faculty progress toward academic, school and county goals.
- Utilized available data when making decisions or recommendations for program change and development.
Green Magnet Math & Science AcademyKnoxville, TN
Principal - Summer School
06.2006 - 07.2006
Job overview
- Supervised over 25 core academic teachers and support staff during Summer School session.
- Oversaw Literacy Program that provided a strong and comprehensive base for students’ literacy skills.
- Provided Professional Development for staff specifically related to school and county curricular goals.
- Placed students in small reading classes based on their current instructional reading levels.
Sarah M. Greene Magnet Technology AcademyKnoxville, TN
Physical Education Teacher
08.2004 - 05.2006
Job overview
- Organized and implemented classroom and after school activities that correlated and emphasized the school and county curriculum standards.
- Established and maintained standards of pupil behavior required to provide an orderly and productive environment.
- Analyzed, demonstrated and explained basic skills, knowledge and strategies in formal sports, games, rhythm and fundamentals of body movement.
Carter High SchoolKnoxville, TN
Physical Education Teacher
08.2003 - 05.2004
Job overview
- Provided a variety of activities through four strands: Health Related Fitness; Individual Sports; Team Sports; and Basic Gymnastic Fundamentals.
- Modeled progressive skills, techniques and strategies in various activities.
- Emphasized the importance in improving and maintaining a healthier cardiovascular system.
City Parks & RecreationKnoxville, TN
Recreation Center Leader
08.2000 - 08.2003
Job overview
- Monitored center programming and activities.
- Developed after-school programs for youth.
- Oversight of community programs included: Senior programming and Men’s League Basketball.
Workforce ConnectionsKnoxville, TN
Program Instructor
08.1998 - 08.2000
Job overview
- Provided training and workforce development for enrolled participants seeking employment.
- Instructed Job Club Classes to include: Resume/ Cover Letter writing, interviewing skills, and completing applications.
- Built strong and trusting relationships with students, identified and implemented personalized technology needs and delivered constructive feedback to help students meet goals.
United States ArmyFt. Benning, GA
Unit Supply Specialist/Armourer
05.1996 - 05.1998
Job overview
- Received, inspected, inventoried, loaded, issued, delivered turn-in organization and installation supplies and equipment.
- Operated unit level computer (ULC).
- Secured and controlled weapons and ammunition in security areas.
- Scheduled and performed preventive and organizational maintenance on weapons.
Education
Lincoln Memorial University
from Doctor of Education, Executive Leadership
2011
University Overview
Lincoln Memorial University
from Ed.S., Educational Administration & Supervision
University Overview
Lincoln Memorial University
from Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure
University Overview
University of Tennessee
Master of Science from Recreation & Leisure Studies
University Overview
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science from Health, Physical Education & Recreation
University Overview
Skills
- Recruiting and hiring
- Concept development
- Supervision & leadership
- Team building
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Multitasking
- People skills
Affiliations
Affiliations
Vice-Chair, Civil Servic Merit Board (City of Knoxville) - Current
Member, Innovative Leaders' Institute (ILI) - 2019
Member, National Education Association (NEA)
Timeline
Summer School Principal
Hardin Valley Elementary
06.2022 - 06.2022
Assistant Principal
Hardin Valley Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2023
Student Support Principal/Athletic Director
Northwest Middle School
07.2016 - 07.2018
Academic Mentor/Student-Athlete
University of Tennessee
01.2016 - 05.2016
Secondary Staffing Manager
Knox County Schools
05.2014 - 06.2016
Assistant Principal
Fulton High School
06.2008 - 05.2014
Assistant Principal
Green Magnet Math & Science Academy
08.2006 - 05.2008
Principal - Summer School
Green Magnet Math & Science Academy
06.2006 - 07.2006
Physical Education Teacher
Sarah M. Greene Magnet Technology Academy
08.2004 - 05.2006
Physical Education Teacher
Carter High School
08.2003 - 05.2004
Recreation Center Leader
City Parks & Recreation
08.2000 - 08.2003
Program Instructor
Workforce Connections
08.1998 - 08.2000
Unit Supply Specialist/Armourer
United States Army
05.1996 - 05.1998
Lincoln Memorial University
from Doctor of Education, Executive Leadership
Lincoln Memorial University
from Ed.S., Educational Administration & Supervision
Lincoln Memorial University
from Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure
University of Tennessee
Master of Science from Recreation & Leisure Studies
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science from Health, Physical Education & Recreation
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