Emily Salley
Galivants Ferry,SC
Summary
Dedicated assistant principal who excels in building positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and community members. Commitment to school safety and student growth through data driven instruction is a top priority. Leading by example begins through acts of serving. A personal belief that “if serving is beneath you, then leadership is beyond you.”
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Pee Dee Elementary School
Conway, SC
09.2022 - Current
- Safety Coordinator for our school. Maintained school safety drills and procedures in accordance with Horry County Schools' safety policies. Collaborated with local and state fire marshals to ensure that our facilities met all district and state guidelines. Conducted quarterly and annual safety meetings with staff to keep them informed of the latest updates to policies and procedures.
- 504 Coordinator at PDE. Received and reviewed referrals for possible Section 504 eligibility. Coordinated evaluations and gathered relevant information from teachers, parents, medical providers, and other stakeholders. Scheduled and facilitated Section 504 meetings. Ensured that eligibility determinations were made appropriately and that Section 504 plans were implemented with fidelity.
- LEA for IEP meetings at PDE. Reviewed and analyzed students' functional and educational data. Collaborated with teachers, staff, parents, related service providers, and private providers to develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) that best met students' needs. Adhered to district, state, and federal guidelines to ensure a free appropriate public education (FAPE) for all students. Established and maintained positive relationships with parents and families who were navigating difficult diagnoses concerning their children. Ensured the accurate and effective implementation of IEP goals, accommodations, and services.
- Collaborated with the PDE administrative team to develop and implement school-wide behavior management strategies that enhanced student engagement. Currently collaborating with the district transportation office, bus drivers, and staff to implement the "Beyond the Bell" movement, an initiative designed to strengthen relationships between staff and students through shared bus rides home. This initiative fosters respect, rapport, and meaningful connections because relationships matter after 3:00 and every seat has a story.
- Coordinated communication among parents, faculty, and administration to foster a positive school community and support successful school-wide events.
- Collaborated with the school's Leadership Team, Behavior Lead, and SPED District team to ensure that the educational, social, emotional, and safety needs of both teachers and students were met through professional learning communities (PLCs), staff meetings, school safety initiatives, and other collaborative efforts.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Aynor Elementary School
Aynor, SC
08.2004 - 09.2022
- Developed individualized therapy plans to meet diverse student needs based on data collected through progress monitoring and assessment probes.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to integrate speech and language goals into classroom activities.
- Assessed communication disorders using standardized assessments and observational methods.
- Provided training and support to staff on effective communication strategies for students.
- Worked alongside parents and family members to develop home-based therapy programs throughout the school year and summer months.
- Attended national and state-level conferences and conventions for continuing education and professional development.
- Member of the ADOS evaluation team for Horry County Schools.
- Maintained certification through the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA).
- Member of the Preschool Assessment Evaluation Team for Horry County Schools.
Education
M.ED. - Educational Leadership
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC05-2019
Master of Communication Disorders +30 - Speech-Language Pathology
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-2004
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Columbia College
Columbia, SC05-1999
Skills
- Building relationships and respect with staff, students, and families
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement and data driven instruction
- Open door policy
- Student focused
- Instructional leadership
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Pee Dee Elementary School
09.2022 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Aynor Elementary School
08.2004 - 09.2022
M.ED. - Educational Leadership
Coastal Carolina University
Master of Communication Disorders +30 - Speech-Language Pathology
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Columbia College