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Eva Helt

Eva Helt

Canyon Lake

Summary

Administrative leadership background guiding teachers in various institutions. Background in various educational platforms: distance learning, 1:1, independent study, synchronous and asynchronous, career technical, brick and mortar, virtual, tutoring, adult education, summer school, and hybrid learning. Teacher development and training. Varied and successful experience in designing and implementing coaching and training programs. The design and implementation of a district-approved English Language Learners (ELL) program. Program development for special needs and at-risk youth. Extensive experience with online learning. Policy and procedure writing and the authority to ensure compliance. Design and implementation of faculty and professional staff development. More than 35 years of progressive educational experience. Curriculum development.

Highly skilled education leader prepared to drive academic excellence and organizational growth. Demonstrates strong focus on fostering team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Well-versed in curriculum development, strategic planning, and student-centered learning. Known for adaptive leadership and effective communication, ensuring all stakeholders are engaged and supported.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of School

Futures/Fusion Academy Anaheim Hills
11.2021 - Current
  • I am responsible for the daily running of the school, including talent recruitment and development, providing innovative and useful staff development opportunities, and coaching through a goal-based evaluation process. I stay abreast of current educational thinking, trends, and opportunities through research to help teachers and administrative staff grow and implement best practices (teaching style, course preparation, daily planning, behavior management, and use of technology). Regular program reviews are conducted to determine effectiveness and usefulness in meeting the best needs of the students and the community, enrollment and fiscal growth, and management of labor costs. This position also requires campus budget management to meet goals and increase EBITDA without compromising current or developing programs, build professional relationships within the community, and ensure a positive campus culture and faculty and staff morale.
  • Design and implement a unique student program, including workshops, “Saturday Sesh,” and a “Learning is Fun!” series offered monthly (Futures Academy).
  • Increased parent satisfaction from 57% to 90% based on parent satisfaction surveys and enrollment data (Futures Academy).
  • Successfully moved the school through the integration process.
  • Strong intake conversion rate in a challenging market.
  • The teacher satisfaction survey scored 100%.
  • Exceeded Race to Registration goals.

Adjunct Professor

California Baptist University
09.2018 - 06.2020
  • In this position, I taught English language Arts to underclassmen in a higher education setting, including remedial and advanced placement.
  • Consistently receive positive evaluations and feedback on performance assessment reports.
  • Prepared adult learners for successful writing required for college and university expectations.
  • I taught an introductory writing course to prepare ELL and academically diverse students for college expectations.

Principal

Taylion High Desert Academy
10.2016 - 06.2019
  • I oversaw the performance of all faculty members to guide professional development. I served as the school representative at public events, board meetings, IEP, and SARB meetings. I revised curricula, updated policies and procedures, and ensured changes adhered to state requirements. I led TAC/ELAC, staff, and faculty meetings. I managed the school budget. I met with students on disciplinary issues and teachers for evaluations. I was a member of the Administrative Team. I led WASC Accreditation. I met regularly with stakeholders.
  • Created a comprehensive EEL course approved at the district level.
  • ELL reclassification percentages exceeded district, city, and state numbers.
  • Designed and implemented a comprehensive collaborative teacher evaluation program based on growth and development, leading to greater teacher buy-in and satisfaction.
  • Led the school through an accreditation process, earning a 6-year accreditation.
  • Utilized data to design and implement unique academic programming for at-risk and ELL students to increase academic performance.
  • Redesigned the educational platform to ensure the best teaching practices to meet student needs, including writing and math foundation, weekly math and English workshops, Friday tutoring, new teacher mentoring, a comprehensive ELL program, and weekly teacher collaborative meetings to address issues and share best practices.
  • Secured a six-year WASC accreditation term for the first time in the school’s history.
  • Increased student enrollment by 57% in the first year.
  • Successfully launched an online option for the current educational format.
  • Created and maintained community partnerships with local businesses, clubs, and organizations.

ELA Department Chair

Woodcrest Christian High School
08.2009 - 08.2015
  • In this position, I led meetings with the Language Arts department, serving as the liaison between administration and faculty. I evaluated teacher performance to identify needed improvement and helped staff integrate changes to teaching and communication strategies, department writing itineraries, and portfolio programs. I oversaw changes to the department and led the textbook selection process for Language Arts grades 7-12.
  • Revamped the plagiarism and portfolio program.
  • Developed curricula and a summer school hybrid Spanish program.
  • Created scope and sequences to improve critical thinking and writing at each grade level, 9-12.
  • Designed department scope and sequence for 7-12 grades.
  • Served as liaison between administration and teaching staff.
  • Organized and led department meetings.
  • Served as a committee member for ACSI/WASC accreditation.
  • Mentored new teachers and supported seasoned teachers through observation, one-to-one meetings, workshops, and other professional development.

AP Teacher

Woodcrest Christian High School
08.2008 - 08.2015
  • I taught AP Language and Composition, World Literature, English, Beginning Spanish, and SAT study skills courses. I also developed and led faculty workshops and spearheaded the authoring of multiple institutional documents, including, but not limited to, course descriptions, curriculum guides, course proposals, book adoption proposals, AP audits, accreditation documentation, performance reviews, meeting agendas, grants, and press releases.
  • Students achieved AP passing rates of 80–90%.
  • Redesigned an audit-approved AP Language course to meet College Board expectations.

Education

Doctorate - Educational Leadership

Liberty University
07.2021

Master of Science - Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Walden University
12.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

Azusa Pacific University
05.1987

Skills

  • Passionate education advocate who is successful in development and building on strengths
  • Designing and implementing a curriculum based on current theory and best practices
  • Creative use of goals and growth-based faculty and staff evaluations
  • Coaching new and seasoned educators
  • Creating a positive culture and atmosphere
  • Use of data to inform programming success
  • Strategic planning, corporate, departmental, and individual
  • Communication: oral and written
  • Building team morale

Websites

Certification

  • Designated Subjects Career Technical Education (CTE Credential) – 2018
  • Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) – 2004
  • Administrative Credential Exam (CPACE) – 2018
  • Assessment of Professional Knowledge – Secondary – 2017 Administrative Credential Exam (CPACE) – 2018
  • Assessment of Professional Knowledge – Secondary – 2017

Section name

  • Dear Hiring Manager
  • I was excited to see the post for Academic Leader. As you read the following, you will know I am an outstanding candidate for this position. As principal, teacher, and department chair at reputable learning institutions like Fusion Academy Anaheim Hills, I have proven to be a highly passionate and efficient team member and leader. I excel at program design, implementation, and faculty and team development. I am passionate about developing and supporting teachers to help students reach their goals. In addition to brick-and-mortar schools, I have extensive experience in online education and understand the opportunities and the challenges of the virtual educational platform, including the support and creativity required to offer a first-rate online program. In addition to my practical experience, I have earned a master’s degree in curriculum design and a doctorate in Educational Leadership. Given the opportunity, I will maximize my diverse skills, experience, and education to ensure that teachers have the support needed to provide an exceptional academic program.
  • The following is a snapshot of some of the skills and accomplishments I have gained:
  • Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Awarded July 2021.
  • M.S. Education: Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment awarded December 2010.
  • CTE Credential
  • Two years of college-level teaching.
  • Twenty-five years of experience in secondary classroom teaching.
  • Incorporated an online platform option into the school’s educational program options.
  • Exceptional ability to develop positive culture and morale.
  • Experience utilizing data to inform practice and the development of educational programming.
  • Provided innovative and relevant professional development for the team. Including a comprehensive plagiarism workshop and a teaching strategies workshop on current and innovative teaching.
  • Develop a bi-monthly professional development cycle to meet the students’ and teaching staff’s specific and general needs.
  • Designed and incorporated a goals-driven collaborative faculty and staff evaluation program.
  • Redesigned the educational platform to ensure the best teaching practices to meet student needs, including writing and math foundation, weekly math and English workshops, Friday tutoring, new teacher mentoring, a comprehensive ELL program, and weekly teacher collaborative meetings to address issues and share best practices.
  • Designed and implemented public and private sector schools’ goals, objectives, and policies.
  • Designed curriculum and workshops for “at-promise” youth founded on Dweck’s Growth Mindset research.
  • Created the “Learning is Fun! series to leverage academic skills and extend survey expectations.
  • Increased enrollment by 57% in the first year at Taylion Academy.
  • Wrote a 175-page charter petition submitted to and approved by the Director of Charter Schools for the San Bernardino City Unified School District.
  • Designed curriculum and standards for homeschool and middle school students.
  • I welcome the opportunity to meet in person and discuss this opening further. I have attached my resume for your review.
  • Sincerely
  • Eva Helt

Awards

"EPIC" Award, Fusion Academy, “Gallery of Excellence,” Woodcrest Christian High School (2010 & 2011), Rose Brown Fellowship, California State University, San Bernardino, Outstanding Teacher, Sylvan Learning Center

Timeline

Head of School

Futures/Fusion Academy Anaheim Hills
11.2021 - Current

Adjunct Professor

California Baptist University
09.2018 - 06.2020

Principal

Taylion High Desert Academy
10.2016 - 06.2019

ELA Department Chair

Woodcrest Christian High School
08.2009 - 08.2015

AP Teacher

Woodcrest Christian High School
08.2008 - 08.2015

Master of Science - Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Walden University

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

Azusa Pacific University

Doctorate - Educational Leadership

Liberty University

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