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EMERANCE KAPIAMBA
Arlington,TX
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Summary
Motivated, detail-oriented, and outcomes driven professional with a background in education seeking to leverage strong organizational and leadership skills as an entry-level project manager. Eager to apply knowledge gained as a school principal to drive successful project outcomes in a dynamic team environment. Experienced in directing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering teams to excel in performance
Overview
12
years of professional experience
5
Certification
Work History
Uplift Elevate Preparatory School, Fort Worth, TX
Primary Academic Director (Principal)
2021.06 - 2023.11 (2 years & 5 months)
Job overview
- Conducted research and analysis to support project planning and decision-making for school year.
- Led development and execution of data-driven strategic plan aligned with organizational goals and objectives, resulting in enhanced program success, and exceeded performance targets.
- Cultivated collaborative relationships with stakeholders to drive student success and enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Managed a budget of $150,000 for campus operations, optimizing resource allocation and financial accountability.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
Uplift Elevate Preparatory School, Fort Worth, TX
Founding PYP Dean (Assistant Principal)
2019.06 - 2021.05 (1 year & 11 months)
Job overview
- Utilized data analysis to evaluate program effectiveness and identify areas for continuous improvement, leading to enhanced operational efficiencies.
- Coordinated project-related outreach events to engage stakeholders and enhance community support, resulting in increased project awareness and participation by 20%.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive project initiatives and promote interdisciplinary learning experiences for students.
- Assisted in change order process by reviewing requests for changes to specifications or budgetary allowances before submitting them for approval.
- Played an integral role in the development and implementation of project quality assurance measures, resulting in improved outcomes and greater client satisfaction.
Uplift Infinity Preparatory School, Irving, TX
PYP Dean (Assistant Principal)
2017.02 - 2019.05 (2 years & 3 months)
Job overview
- Provided leadership and mentorship to team of faculty and staff, which resulted in a 20-percentage point increase in student performance on state key performance indicators.
- Played an integral role in the development and implementation of project quality assurance measures, resulting in improved outcomes and greater client satisfaction resulting in the team performing in the top 20% on NWEA MAP Reading Assessment surpassing key performance indicator goals.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objective which resulted in a 40 % increase in the states key performance indicators.
- Supported the implementation of an International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and philosophy, overseeing assessments and evaluations to ensure project alignment with organizational objectives.
Uplift Infinity Preparatory School, Irving, TX
4th Grade Teacher- Team Lead
2014.07 - 2017.01 (2 years & 6 months)
Job overview
- Led project teams by providing strategic guidance, fostering collaboration, and facilitating communication among team members to achieve project objectives.
- Developed project plans and timelines, ensuring adherence to project milestones and deadlines.
- Implemented project-specific assessment measures to evaluate project effectiveness and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to enhance student comprehension and retention of key concepts.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to promote self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Tulsa Public Schools Cooper Elementary, Tulsa, OK
4th Grade Teacher
2011.07 - 2014.05 (2 years & 10 months)
Job overview
- Facilitated holistic academic, social, and emotional development of 4th-grade students, promoting growth and learning.
- Proactively engaged with parents and community stakeholders, building strong relationships, and fostering collaboration.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse student populations, promoting inclusivity and equity.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering a multidisciplinary approach to learning.
- Analyzed assessment data to identify areas for improvement and tailor instructional plans, promoting data-driven decision-making.
Education
Southern Methodist University , Dallas, TX
Master of Education from Urban Educational Leadership
05.2018
Texas Christian University , Fort Worth, TX
Bachelor of Arts from International Economics
05.2011
Skills
Project Management
Agile & Scrum Frameworks
Stakeholder Engagement
Budget & Procurement
Jira + Confluence + Kanban + Scrum
Scrum Event Facilitation
Team Leadership & Management
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Data Analysis
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Communication Skills
Process Optimization
Risk Management
Root Cause Analysis
MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Certification
- Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance, 12/2023
- Principal, EC-12, Texas Education Agency, 03/2018
- Teacher, EC-6 Generalist (Texas); ESL Supplemental, Texas Education Agency, 07/2014
- Project Management Professional (PMP) -In Progress, Project Management Institute
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Timeline
Primary Academic Director (Principal)
Uplift Elevate Preparatory School
2021.06 - 2023.11 (2 years & 5 months)
Founding PYP Dean (Assistant Principal)
Uplift Elevate Preparatory School
2019.06 - 2021.05 (1 year & 11 months)
PYP Dean (Assistant Principal)
Uplift Infinity Preparatory School
2017.02 - 2019.05 (2 years & 3 months)
4th Grade Teacher- Team Lead
Uplift Infinity Preparatory School
2014.07 - 2017.01 (2 years & 6 months)
4th Grade Teacher
Tulsa Public Schools Cooper Elementary
2011.07 - 2014.05 (2 years & 10 months)
Southern Methodist University
Master of Education from Urban Educational Leadership
Texas Christian University
Bachelor of Arts from International Economics
- Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance, 12/2023
- Principal, EC-12, Texas Education Agency, 03/2018
- Teacher, EC-6 Generalist (Texas); ESL Supplemental, Texas Education Agency, 07/2014
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