Erika Tyler
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Montgomery County Public Schools, enhancing student success and operational efficiency. Expert in administrative leadership and relationship building, I've spearheaded initiatives that fostered significant improvements in academic standards and community engagement. Excelled in staff training and professional networking, achieving full accreditation status and boosting staff morale.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
McKinney-Vento Homeless Coordinator
Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery, Alabama
06.2016 - Current
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents. Helped families remove barriers for children when faced with homelessness.
- Improved productivity with enrollment of students with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between parents and school administration.
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless enrollment execution and enhanced outcomes for families.
Brewbaker Primary School, Principal
Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery, Alabama
08.2004 - 06.2016
- Introduced new technology tools for enhancing classroom instruction, streamlining administrative tasks, and improving communication between stakeholders.
- Expanded extracurricular offerings to promote well-rounded student development both inside and outside the classroom.
- Implemented rigorous curriculum standards that aligned with state requirements to ensure academic excellence across all grade levels.
- Oversaw faculty hiring process ensuring highly qualified educators committed to student success were recruited and retained at the school level.
- Collaborated with district leaders on initiatives aimed at sharing best practices and resources among schools in the district.
- Improved school performance by implementing innovative leadership strategies and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture, resulting in increased job satisfaction and retention rates.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness with comprehensive professional development programs and ongoing support.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing budgetary needs, securing grants, and prioritizing expenditures for maximum impact on student achievement.
- Revamped safety protocols to create a secure learning environment where students feel protected both physically and emotionally.
- Developed data-driven initiatives to identify areas of improvement and implement targeted interventions for students in need.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, workshops, and events focused on student success.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the school community by creating initiatives aimed at celebrating cultural differences and fostering understanding among students, staff, and families.
- Led school accreditation process ensuring compliance with national standards ultimately achieving full accreditation status.
- Managed facility improvements projects providing updated classrooms spaces conducive to 21st-century teaching methods.
- Established partnerships with local businesses, community organizations, and higher education institutions for mentorship opportunities and college readiness programs.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
Dannelly Elementary School, Admin. Assistant
Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery, Alabama
08.2003 - 08.2004
Chisholm Elementary School, Admin. Assistant
Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery, Alabama
08.1999 - 08.2003
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude
- Facilitated Building Leadership Team meetings for the purpose of coordinating professional development and ensuring the outcomes achieve school, district and/or state objectives
- Facilitated communication between personnel, students, and parents for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems, and resolving conflicts
- Intervened in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students for the purpose of assisting students in modifying behavior and providing teachers with additional behavioral strategies
- Conducted formal/informally teacher observations for the purpose of monitoring performance and providing professional growth
- Presented information during workshops, faculty and collaborative planning meetings in support of educational goals
- Oversaw the development & implementation of the school's Continuous Improvement Plan
- Implemented, test, and evaluate the school's safety plan
- Prepared a wide variety of correspondence for the purpose of documenting activities and corresponding with parents and other school stakeholders.
- Developed relationships with partners in education for the purpose of maintaining ongoing community support
Vaughn Road Elementary, First Grade Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery, Alabama
08.1996 - 05.1999
Carver Elementary, First Grade Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery, Alabama
08.1995 - 05.1996
- Maintained a positive learning environment
- Developed data driven lesson plans with the assigned curriculum
- Communicated student expectations for assessment, homework, and behavior
- Used effective, learner-centered instructional methods to meet the needs of each student in the class
Education
AA Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.2023
Class A Educational Administrator - Education Administration
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL08.1999
Class A Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.1998
Class B Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.1995
Skills
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Administrative Leadership
- Presenting Ideas and Plans
- Event Coordination
- Staff Supervision
- Best Practices Implementation
- Professional Networking
- Decision-Making
- Phone and Email Etiquette
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Staff Training
- Relationship Building
- Discretion and Confidentiality
Memberships/Organizations
Charter Member of Omega Chi Omega Chapter Of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,Inc.
Member of Jack And Jill Of America, Inc. Southern Region, Montgomery Chapter
Timeline
McKinney-Vento Homeless Coordinator
Montgomery County Public Schools
06.2016 - Current
Brewbaker Primary School, Principal
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2004 - 06.2016
Dannelly Elementary School, Admin. Assistant
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2003 - 08.2004
Chisholm Elementary School, Admin. Assistant
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.1999 - 08.2003
Vaughn Road Elementary, First Grade Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.1996 - 05.1999
Carver Elementary, First Grade Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.1995 - 05.1996
AA Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Alabama State University
Class A Educational Administrator - Education Administration
Alabama State University
Class A Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Alabama State University
Class B Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Alabama State University