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Evan Schwartz

Saratoga Springs

Summary

Accomplished educational leader with a proven track record at Alfred E. Smith CTE High School, transforming it from a Priority School to good standing. Expert in curriculum development and operational planning, fostering partnerships, and enhancing school culture. Recognized for innovative program creation and strategic leadership, driving significant improvements in student outcomes and faculty development.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal

Alfred E. Smith CTE High School
Bronx
07.2012 - Current
  • Developed a plan to prioritize the areas of instruction, pupil personnel CTE education, and school culture
  • Created New York State Certified CTE Graphic Program and Automotive Technology program
  • Restructured administrative organization by recruiting new administrators and lead teacher position
  • Developed partnerships with New Visions for Public Schools and the National Academy Foundation
  • Expanded current business and community partnerships providing Work-Based Learning(WBL) experiences for students and externships for faculty
  • Modernized physical plant by upgrading technology and overseeing school construction projects
  • Awarded State Improvement Grant (SIG) and used funds to build CTE programs and elevate instruction
  • Turned around school standing from New York State Priority School to a designation of good standing

Founding Principal

The Bronx School of Law and Finance
Bronx
09.2003 - 06.2012
  • Launched a high school utilizing innovative scheduling, grading policies, and advisory system
  • Accepted as one of the first autonomous high schools in New York City
  • Incorporated inquiry collaboration by participating in the Baruch College Scaffolding Model (SAM)
  • Offered challenging coursework including Latin, International Law and Finance, AP History, Calculus, AP English, Forensics, and College Now
  • Oversaw and trained a new principal for streamlining transition to new school administration
  • Modeled instruction by teaching International Finance and Advisory classes

Assistant Principal of Social Studies

John F. Kennedy High School
Bronx
01.2001 - 12.2003
  • Supervised Social Studies Department in a school of 4500 students.
  • Provided instructional leadership and support to a department who had lacked leadership and vision for many years.

Teacher & Finance Coordinator

James Madison High School
Brooklyn
01.1994 - 12.2001
  • Taught Social Studies classes American History, Global History, and Economics.
  • Given Meritorious Award for Service.
  • Served as coordinator of the Academy of Finance, part of the National Academy Foundation.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Baruch College
New York, NY
01.2001

Master of Science - Special Education

City University of New York
Staten Island, NY
01.1995

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Tulane University
New Orleans, LA
08-1990

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Educational leadership
  • New student orientation
  • Team bonding
  • Operational planning
  • Staff and educator guidance

Awards

  • Visionary Award for Increasing Opportunities for Traditionally Underrepresented Students, 2014
  • Annual Perkins Grant, 2012-Present
  • Reso A NYC Council Grants, 2018, 2019, 2023
  • 21st New Century New Visions Awards, 2012, 2013
  • Summer Youth Education Grant
  • Make Your Passion Your Paycheck Award, GFCTR Films, 2022

Community

Trustee, Haldane Board of Education, Cold Spring, NY, 01/01/07, 01/01/18, Publicly elected Trustee to The Haldane School District. One of five members of a board responsible for overseeing the financial and instructional operations of the Haldane School District.

Certification

Social Studies 7-12 Permanent Certificate

School District Administrator Permanent Certificate

School Administrator/Supervisor Permanent Certificate

Websites

Timeline

Principal

Alfred E. Smith CTE High School
07.2012 - Current

Founding Principal

The Bronx School of Law and Finance
09.2003 - 06.2012

Assistant Principal of Social Studies

John F. Kennedy High School
01.2001 - 12.2003

Teacher & Finance Coordinator

James Madison High School
01.1994 - 12.2001

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Baruch College

Master of Science - Special Education

City University of New York

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Tulane University

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