Heidi Malphrus
Ridgeland,SC
Summary
Committed Lower School Director with strengths in educational planning and childhood guidance. Collaborated with teachers and administrators to improve student understanding of material and provide better teaching methods. Accomplished 3rd grade teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lower School Director
Thomas Heyward Academy
08.2022 - Current
- Improved school performance by implementing strategic plans and curriculum development initiatives.
- Enhanced student achievement through data-driven instruction and continuous assessment of learning outcomes.
- Strengthened teacher-student relationships by promoting positive discipline strategies and open communication.
- Increased parent involvement in school activities by organizing community outreach programs and regular parent-teacher conferences.
Lower School Director
Thomas Heyward Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Improved school performance by implementing strategic plans and curriculum development initiatives.
- Enhanced student achievement through data-driven instruction and continuous assessment of learning outcomes.
- Strengthened teacher-student relationships by promoting positive discipline strategies and open communication.
- Increased parent involvement in school activities by organizing community outreach programs and regular parent-teacher conferences.
Kindergarten Assistant
Thomas Heyward Academy
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and creative projects into kindergarten curriculum.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Boosted children''s social and emotional development through positive reinforcement and consistent encouragement.
- Assisted in maintaining safe, nurturing environment that promoted curiosity, exploration, and growth for all students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
North Greenville University
Tigerville, SC05.2024
Skills
- Teacher Training
- Parent Communication
- Staff relationships
- School safety
- Instructional Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Student Support
- Recruitment
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the 2023 Head of School Award.
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
Head of School Award
The Head of School Award, for leading her 3rd graders to the highest performance among grades 1st through 7th on the IOWA Assessments administered in March of 2023. On average, her students tested 1.2 grades above grade level. Her superior performance is even more remarkable considering March 2023 marked the school's first administration of the IOWA Assessments.
References
Col. Scott Gibson
Headmaster, Thomas Heyward Academy
Sgibson@thomasheyward.org
(843)726-3673
Ben Herod
Headmaster, Thomas Sumter Academy
Tsa.generals@thomassumter.org
(803)651-1440
Alicia Crosby
Dean of Students, Thomas Heyward Academy
Acrosby@thomasheyward.org
(843)726-3673
Taylor Mathias
Assistant Principle / Guidance Counselor, Thomas Heyward Academy
Tmathias@thomasheyward.org
(843)726-3673
Timeline
Lower School Director
Thomas Heyward Academy
08.2023 - Current
Lower School Director
Thomas Heyward Academy
08.2022 - Current
Kindergarten Assistant
Thomas Heyward Academy
08.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
North Greenville University
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