Heather Dinicola
Summary
Accomplished school administrator with unique and diverse experiences in various educational settings. Facilitation of enhanced teacher effectiveness and student achievement through data-driven practices and collaborative strategic planning. Skilled in fostering inclusive, culturally responsive classrooms and improving academic success through innovative leadership and effective instructional coaching.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Howard County Public School System
07.2020 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with Coordinator of Science and Math to improve instruction around mathematical practices and the Next Generation Science Standards
- Oversaw our PDS liaison and interns for UMBC partnership
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
Instructional Support Coach
Howard County Public School System
08.2010 - 07.2020
- Led on-going professional learning for all content areas and grades 6-12 with regards to trauma-informed instruction,Anti-racist classrooms,cultural responsiveness, co-teaching,and differentiated instruction in alternative education classrooms
- Created and implemented School Improvement Plan to address disproportionality in discipline data and academic achievement
- Completed Cultural Proficiency levels I, II, and III, facilitating individualized cultural proficiency growth plans for teaching staff from all grades and contents
- Served as team leader of Gateway High School Alternative Education program
English Teacher and Team Leader
Howard County Public School System
08.2000 - 06.2010
- Provided instructional leadership to a team of English teachers, providing instructional resources and professional learning
- Collaborated with leadership team to provide to implement school improvement initiatives
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction/ Administration
McDaniel College
Westminster05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.1998
Skills
- Provide instructional leadership for teachers in all content areas using the Danielson Framework as a guide in improving curriculum planning, teaching and professional growth
- Knowledgeable in the implementation and delivery of instruction around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness and effective SEL lessons around micro-aggressions and racism in schools
- Facilitation of Anti-racist Classrooms Professional Development, providing resources, collaborative space, and reflection tools for staff
- Create data-driven professional learning in the areas of assessment, and differentiation, inclusive classrooms, and culturally responsive classrooms
- Address academic and discipline disproportionalities through collaborative strategic planning meetings
- Collaborate with content leadership to improve overall student achievement
- Provide coaching for effective parent communication
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Howard County Public School System
07.2020 - Current
Instructional Support Coach
Howard County Public School System
08.2010 - 07.2020
English Teacher and Team Leader
Howard County Public School System
08.2000 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction/ Administration
McDaniel College
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
University of Delaware
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