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Gretchen Thomas
Principal
City of Jacksboro ,TN
Summary
Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to pulse of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students.
Accomplished professional with advanced education and extensive classroom experience. Decisive in making operational, hiring and learning decisions. Clear and consistent in enforcing school rules and discipline.
Overview
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Campbell County School District, Jacksboro, Tennessee
Principal
02.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Ensured that all classrooms are equipped with necessary materials needed for successful instruction delivery including textbooks, computers, lab equipment .
- Served as a liaison between school administration, local government agencies and external organizations involved in providing educational services.
- Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Collaborated with other schools within the district on special projects such as after-school programs or extracurricular activities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends.
- Reviewed test scores from standardized tests administered at different grade levels in order to track academic progress over time.
- Organized regular meetings with faculty members to discuss issues related to instruction, assessment strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Promoted an atmosphere of respect amongst students by enforcing disciplinary codes consistently throughout the school year.
- Worked closely with guidance counselors to develop individualized learning plans tailored to meet each student's needs.
- Assessed current teaching methods and techniques used by staff members in order to provide feedback on their effectiveness.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
- Directed the implementation of district initiatives such as Response to Intervention program, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports system and 1, 1 technology integration plan.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences throughout the year in order to update families about their child's progress towards meeting academic goals set forth by the school administration.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
- Oversaw school budgets, documented changes and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
- Informed students and parents of policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Encouraged and voiced positive feedback to mentor and motivate new teachers.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Met and listened to student concerns to encourage, guide, and assist, resulting in improved academics.
- Interacted positively with staff to demonstrate professional conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Oversaw day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
- Enforced school rules for attendance, discipline and honesty.
- Observed teachers under classroom conditions to track professional abilities and identify areas in need of improvement.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal laws related to education programs, student rights and safety regulations.
- Referred to student performance data to set educational goals and standards.
Campbell County School District, Jacksboro, Tennessee
Assistant Principal
08.2016 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Participated in committees responsible for evaluating proposed changes to curricula or assessment systems.
- Reviewed textbooks, library resources and other instructional materials for appropriateness in meeting educational standards.
- Coordinated professional development activities for faculty members to enhance instructional practices.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators and parents regarding student performance issues.
- Supervised the maintenance of accurate student records including attendance, grades, health records and special needs assessments.
State of Tennessee, Jacksboro, Tennessee
GEAR UP Coordinator
11.2013 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered additional supplies as needed.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while upholding company standards.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Maintained calendars of upcoming events, meetings and deadlines.
- Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
Campbell County High School, Jacksboro, TN
Curriculum & Testing Coordinator
06.2011 - 11.2013
Job overview
- Performed exploratory tests throughout each phase of the SDLC process.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing test results for management review.
- Reviewed system requirements documents to ensure accuracy of testing conditions.
Jacksboro Middle School , TN
English Teacher
08.1999 - 05.2011
Job overview
- Provided feedback on written assignments submitted by students.
- Integrated current events into lessons to promote critical thinking among students.
- Provided individualized instruction for struggling students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Encouraged active participation in group discussions about literature.
- Explored different approaches to help students improve their reading comprehension skills.
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
- Utilized multimedia resources such as videos and podcasts in class sessions.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the school year.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other forms of assessment.
- Encouraged self-expression among learners through oral presentations or role plays.
- Adapted teaching methods based on each student's unique needs and abilities.
- Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.
- Maintained records of student progress by monitoring grades throughout the year.
- Organized extra-curricular activities, such as poetry writing competitions and debates related to the study of English literature.
- Facilitated small group discussions on a variety of topics related to English literature and language arts.
- Made learning grammar fun by involving problem-solving and language play.
- Evaluated students' comprehension of lessons through relevant test questions.
- Handled disciplinary problems with calm and poise and reported escalating issues to principal.
- Customized innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences.
- Guided students to write for varied purposes and audiences to develop writing skills.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Repeated key lesson information to teach grammar and help students grasp concepts.
- Required spoken and written student responses to contexts to increase reading comprehension.
- Integrated media content in class to improve listening skill, speaking skill and vocabulary.
- Used online resources to complement traditional course materials and aid in student learning.
- Advised students to read topics or materials reflecting personal interests to encourage regular reading.
- Prepared informative classroom lectures on literature, poetry and historical authors to engage and educate students.
- Designed clear and creative learning materials to promote student engagement in pronunciation exercises.
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction.
- Identified students' level of reading difficulty to provide appropriate reinforcement.
- Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Scheduled group and private tutoring sessions to assist students requiring extra help.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work.
- Planned and updated curricula and lesson plans to continuously improve subject coverage.
- Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
- Compiled bibliographies of specialized materials to assign for outside reading assignments.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Facilitated student success and academic growth new curriculum implementation.
- Created and used rubrics to assess student learning.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Used school and public library resources to provide extra educational opportunities for students.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Boosted student learning by facilitating in-depth classroom discussions to expand upon lectures.
Education
Tennessee Technological University , Cookeville, TN
Ed.S from Curriculum And Instruction
05-2016
Tennessee Technological University , Cookeville, TN
Master of Science from Curriculum And Instruction
05-2002
University of The Cumberlands , Williamsburg, KY
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
05-1999
World Harvest Bible College , Columbus, OH
Associate of Arts from Music
05-1995
Skills
- Academic administration
- Technology integrations
- Curriculum development and oversight
- Instructional Leadership
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- School Community Relations
- Standardized testing and scoring
- School culture
- Safety and security procedures
- New Student Orientation
- Grant Proposals
- Teaching and learning assessments
- Staff and educator guidance
- Student performance data
- Organizational Leadership
- Academic instruction
- Student and parent relations
- Operations Oversight
- Expense Control
- Team Collaboration
- Administrative Management
- Public Speaking
- Community Relations
- Discipline
- Prioritization
- Program implementation
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff Management
- Interpersonal strengths
- Emergency Preparedness
- Policy and procedure development
- Cultural Competency
- Classroom Management
- Strategic leadership
- Performance Improvement
- Elementary Education
- Standardized Testing
- Discipline management
- Academic program management
- Employee oversight
- Staff Development
- Lesson Planning
- Performance standards and analysis
- Schedule oversight
- Training and mentoring
- Organizational Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Fundraising
- Proficient in Microsoft Office & Google
- Faculty Collaboration
- School Administration
- Performance Evaluations
- Budget Administration
- Documentation
Timeline
Principal
Campbell County School District
02.2018 - Current
Assistant Principal
Campbell County School District
08.2016 - 02.2018
GEAR UP Coordinator
State of Tennessee
11.2013 - 08.2016
Curriculum & Testing Coordinator
Campbell County High School
06.2011 - 11.2013
English Teacher
Jacksboro Middle School
08.1999 - 05.2011
Tennessee Technological University
Ed.S from Curriculum And Instruction
Tennessee Technological University
Master of Science from Curriculum And Instruction
University of The Cumberlands
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
World Harvest Bible College
Associate of Arts from Music
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