Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Frances A. Aboushi

Wayne,NJ

Summary

Qualified administrator with a long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training, and student success. Attentive to the pulse of the school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students. Decisive in making operational, hiring and learning decisions. Clear and consistent in enforcing school rules and discipline. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal

Bradford Elementary School
Montclair, NJ
05.2021 - Current
  • Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
  • Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
  • Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
  • Directed the implementation of district initiatives such as Response to Intervention program, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports system and 1, 1 technology integration plan.
  • Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
  • Organized regular meetings with faculty members to discuss issues related to instruction, assessment strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Assessed current teaching methods and techniques used by staff members in order to provide feedback on their effectiveness.
  • Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
  • Collaborated with other schools within the district on special projects such as after-school programs or extracurricular activities.
  • Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
  • Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
  • Oversaw school budgets, documented changes and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
  • Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
  • Met and listened to student concerns to encourage, guide and assist, resulting in improved academics.
  • Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions.
  • Developed emergency response protocols for addressing incidents ranging from natural disasters to active shooter situations.

Vice Principal

Glenfield Middle School
Montclair, NJ
07.2019 - 05.2021
  • Served o Administrative School Improvement Team to eliminate "Comprehensive School Status"
  • Analyzed ELA and Math data for teacher recommendations on "Improved Instructional and Achievement Goals"
  • Collaborated on redesigning the new school schedule to increase instructional time.
  • Utilized restorative justice training to revamp discipline policies and measures.
  • Restored school culture and climate, and enforced safety and security
  • Shared best instructional practices to mentor ineffective teaching practices
  • Increased teacher collaboration and communications with parents and stakeholders
  • Conducted regular meetings with faculty to discuss current issues and develop strategies for improvement.
  • Monitored student attendance records to identify patterns of truancy or other potential problems.
  • Collaborated with principal to create effective policies related to school safety and discipline.
  • Assisted in the recruitment of new teachers by interviewing candidates and making hiring recommendations.
  • Resolved conflicts between students, parents, staff members, or community members through mediation sessions.
  • Created opportunities for meaningful parent involvement in their children's education.
  • Developed emergency response protocols for addressing incidents ranging from natural disasters to active shooter situations.

House Leader/Social Studies Teacher

Glenfield IGA
Montclair, NJ
02.2014 - 06.2019
  • Provided Instructional Leadership for core subject teachers to improve academic rigor and achievement
  • Implement & train teachers on Restorative Justice mindset and practices to reduce student suspensions
  • Improved communication with families to address critical middle school learning issues
  • Developed creative and successful strategies in generating funds for my house students
  • Created school-wide events to celebrate the diverse cultures
  • Developed opportunities for students to engage with international students in global conflicts
  • Successfully taught social studies curriculum through a social justice lens while maintaining the organization, supervision, and leadership of 125 students and 4 staff members.

U.S. History, Honors and AP U.S. History Teacher

Rising Star Academy/Al-Ghazaly
Union City, NJ
09.2002 - 06.2013
  • Created the AP U.S. History Curriculum and received College Board approval
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers and supervised the history department
  • Supervised college-level Model UN, Mock Trial, UNA-USA conferences, Students In Action
  • Successfully developed opportunities for community outreach and parental involvement

Education

Ed.D - Educational Leadership, Management And Policy

Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
12.2023

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
12.2018

Master of Arts - American Studies

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Newark, NJ
05.2012

Bachelor of Arts - History

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
05.2010

Skills

  • Organizational Leadership
  • Multitasking Strength
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Operations Oversight
  • Process Updates
  • Community Outreach
  • Discipline Management
  • Program Evaluation
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Classroom Support
  • Process Improvements
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Technology Integration
  • Performance Standards and Analysis
  • Team Collaboration
  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Staff Development
  • Financial Leadership
  • Interpersonal Strengths
  • Budget Creation

Affiliations

  • Community Program Developer
  • Humanitaria Work
  • Cooking

Accomplishments

  • Nominated for Educator of the Year Award 2017
  • Nominated for Weston Exemplary Teacher Award 2016

Certification

  • Superintendent License, 2023
  • Principal License, 2019
  • Supervisor License, 2018

Timeline

Principal

Bradford Elementary School
05.2021 - Current

Vice Principal

Glenfield Middle School
07.2019 - 05.2021

House Leader/Social Studies Teacher

Glenfield IGA
02.2014 - 06.2019

U.S. History, Honors and AP U.S. History Teacher

Rising Star Academy/Al-Ghazaly
09.2002 - 06.2013

Ed.D - Educational Leadership, Management And Policy

Seton Hall University

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

Montclair State University

Master of Arts - American Studies

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Bachelor of Arts - History

Montclair State University

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