Freddie Thomas
Summary
Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 4 years of experience as an Assistant Principal and 2 years as a Principal for middle school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
FCS, Humes Middle School
06.2022 - Current
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Researched and wrote proposals for educational grants.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
Assistant Principal
FCS, Humes Middle School
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Assists in overseeing the daily operations and administration of assigned elementary school; assumes responsibilities of the Principal in his or her absence
- Supervises assigned professional, para-professional, administrative and support staff members, including establishing staffing standards, organizing, selecting or recommending selection, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and terminating or recommending termination; prepares periodic employee performance evaluations
- Develops and implements staff training and development programs and opportunities
- Assists in planning and implementing school-wide programs, policies, goals and objectives; ensures program and policy adherence to organizational standards and legal regulations
- Assists in ensuring that all school and District policies are effectively explained and implemented
- Develop the Accelerated Learning Program and Summer School Promotion Program that supports students that are overage for grade by using differential learning and resources to promote students to the age appropriate setting
- Develop partnerships with outside resources such as HOPE WORKS, Community In Schools, Whole Child Strategies, and AGAPE to help meet the needs of parents and students.
Dean of Students
FCS, Martin, King, College Prep.
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Facilitate professional development training around behavior, classroom management, and safety procedures
- Recommend building policies and procedures related to attendance, discipline, and student and staff safety
- Plan and supervise fire drills, tornado drills, and an emergency preparedness program and maintains required records
- Assist in the development and supervision of student assemblies
- Assist in the communication of the school's philosophy, purposes, program and problems to the students, staff, central staff, board and the community
- Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance.
- Implemented consistent uniform policies for male and female students to avoid body shaming and increase compliance.
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Coordinated smooth mealtimes and student transitions.
Deputy Sheriff
Desoto County Sheriff's Department
09.2010 - 06.2014
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Teacher
SCS, Booker T. Washington High School
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Administered assessments to evaluate student progress and created plans to reteach, as well as issued reports to inform parents of student progress
- Participated in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops
- Assisted administration with disciplinarian issues
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Teacher
SCS, Georgian Hills Middle School
11.2006 - 06.2009
- Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning
- Developed and implemented lesson plans, administered assessments and evaluations, and analyzed student performance to inform planning and instruction
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Airframe Mechanic - Aviation
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Airframe
Memphis, TN06.2022
Master of Arts - Leadership
Cambridge College
Memphis, TN06.2015
Law Enforcement Certification - Law Enforcement
Mississippi Law Enforcement Officer Training Acad
Pearl, MS06.2013
BBA - Education
Crichton College
Memphis, TN08.2007
Associate of Science - Education
Southwest Community College
Memphis, TN05.2004
Skills
- Building Test Coordinator
- Power School
- School Administration
- Student Discipline
- Student and Parent Relations
- Discipline
- Interpersonal Strengths
- Process Improvements
- Organizational Leadership
- Staff Development
- Community Relations
- Public Speaking
- Prioritization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Emergency Preparedness
- Operations Oversight
- Community Engagement
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Codes of Conduct
- School Event Coordination
- Group Facilitation and Presentations
- Academic Administration
- Student Achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Education Excellence
- Educational Staff Supervision
- Instructional Leadership
- Education Administration
- Relationship Building and Networking
- Policy and Procedure Adherence
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- School Community Relations
- Policy Development and Enforcement
Accomplishments
- Set high-level goals for both students and teachers to encourage both parties to strive for personal best and succeeded in implementing long-term strategy with positive results.
- Spearheaded School improvement plan implementation which redefined performance goals and achieved ASD benchmarks.
- Overhauled ineffective processes and designed behavior modification plan, which successfully reduced suspension by 25% respectively.
- 98% student attendance
- Implementation of Humes Aviation program for exposure to all areas of aviation.
Additional Information
- Practitioners License (History)-Active State of MS Law Enforcement License Emerging New Leaders Certification Airframe Mechanic Accomplishments Emerging Leaders Developed the Summer School Promotion
Timeline
Principal
FCS, Humes Middle School
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Principal
FCS, Humes Middle School
06.2018 - 06.2021
Dean of Students
FCS, Martin, King, College Prep.
08.2014 - 06.2018
Deputy Sheriff
Desoto County Sheriff's Department
09.2010 - 06.2014
Teacher
SCS, Booker T. Washington High School
08.2009 - 06.2010
Teacher
SCS, Georgian Hills Middle School
11.2006 - 06.2009
Airframe Mechanic - Aviation
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Airframe
Master of Arts - Leadership
Cambridge College
Law Enforcement Certification - Law Enforcement
Mississippi Law Enforcement Officer Training Acad
BBA - Education
Crichton College
Associate of Science - Education
Southwest Community College
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