Ferdonia Stewart
385 Holly Grove Drive Winterville,NC
Summary
Educational leader with over 20 years of experience as a successful classroom teacher and school administrator. Demonstrated expertise in teacher mentoring, professional development, and instructional support. Adept at building constructive relationships with teachers and administrators, implementing district-wide initiatives, and supporting the induction and retention of beginning teachers. Committed to fostering effective instruction and continuous improvement in secondary education settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrator of Instructional Support
Pitt County Schools
Greenville, NC
08.2019 - Current
- Attended instructional coach sessions for K-12 learners to support the PCS Alternative Learning Program.
- Implemented K-12 Professional Learning Communities for the K-12 teaching staff of the PCS Alternative Learning Program.
- Supported PCS District initiatives of the MTSS framework, blended learning, and learning-focused instructional framework.
- Collaborated with the PCS District Beginning Teacher Coordinator to align support for beginning and international teachers.
- Conducted NCEES training for teachers, and assisted with teacher recruitment and retention.
Principal
Pitt County Schools
Greenville, NC
07.2007 - 07.2019
- Served as Principal for Sadie Salter, Ridgewood, Falkland, and South Greenville Elementary Schools.
- Established data-driven instructional practices to enhance educational outcomes.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices, and professional growth activities.
- Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
Education
Education Specialist - Superintendent Concentration
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2026
Master of School Administrations - Education Administration
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC01.1989
Skills
- Teacher mentoring and coaching
- Professional development planning and facilitations
- Curriculum and instructional support
- Google Suite, Gmail, and Microsoft Office proficiency
- Policy advisement and compliance
- Data analysis and reporting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Recruitment and retention strategies
References
References upon request
Recognitions And Organizations
- Pitt County PAPA President, 2010-2011
- PCS Media Administrator of the Year, 2012-2013
- NAESP Certified Principal Mentor, 2016-2019
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
- Board Member of Greenville Rotary Club
Websites
Affiliations
- Board Member of Greenville Rotary Club
- Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society (ECU Circle)
Accomplishments
• Named Pitt County Schools Media Administrator of the Year
• Recognized for completing work as a National Certified Principal
- President of Pitt County Schools Principal and Assistant Principal Association
- Recognized by National Association of Elementary School Principals as a Certified Principal Mentor
- Paul Harris Fellow Award
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Member
Certification
- Early Childhood Education
- Principal
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrator of Instructional Support
Pitt County Schools
08.2019 - Current
Principal
Pitt County Schools
07.2007 - 07.2019
Education Specialist - Superintendent Concentration
East Carolina University
Master of School Administrations - Education Administration
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
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