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Helen Dyson-Jiles

Saginaw,MI

Summary

Self-motivated school administrator with assertive and outcome-driven nature. Independent worker remains extremely calm in most pressure situations. Skilled educator with over 10 years of experience leading school staff members and education programs. Well-rounded and dynamic education administrator with expertise in curriculum planning and development. Offers student-focused, dynamic communication skills. Experience leading school administration and driving test scores through proven education methods. Goal-oriented curriculum director, driven to help students focus on learning by maintaining discipline and equipping teachers with successful classroom strategies. Dedicated Education Administrator adept at working with teachers and educational professionals to improve lesson plans and curriculum. Well-versed in childhood education strategies.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

ACCEL Schools
09.2018 - 06.2023
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
  • Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
  • Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
  • Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.

Principal Ricker Middle School

Buena Vista School District
Saginaw, MI
07.2007 - 07.2011
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Science Teacher Ricker Middle School

Buena Vista School District
Saginaw, MI
08.1993 - 06.2007
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
  • Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
  • Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
  • Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
  • Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
  • Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
  • Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
  • Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
  • Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
  • Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
  • Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
  • Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.

Special Education Teacher (EI) Claytor/Ricker

Buena Vista School District
Saginaw, MI
08.1991 - 06.1993
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Education

No Degree - Urban Education And Leadership

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI
12.1994

Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
04.1988

Associate of Arts - Education

Delta College
Bay City, MI
04.1982

High School Diploma -

Douglas High School
Memphis, Tennessee
05.1969

Skills

  • Team Bonding
  • Administrative Management
  • Program Evaluation
  • Classroom Management
  • Discipline Management
  • Staff Management
  • Curriculum Development
  • Staff Development
  • Student Performance Data
  • Standards of Excellence
  • Student Discipline
  • School Administration
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student and Parent Relations
  • Task Delegation
  • Prioritization

Timeline

Principal

ACCEL Schools
09.2018 - 06.2023

Principal Ricker Middle School

Buena Vista School District
07.2007 - 07.2011

Science Teacher Ricker Middle School

Buena Vista School District
08.1993 - 06.2007

Special Education Teacher (EI) Claytor/Ricker

Buena Vista School District
08.1991 - 06.1993

No Degree - Urban Education And Leadership

University of Phoenix

Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

Saginaw Valley State University

Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

Central Michigan University

Associate of Arts - Education

Delta College

High School Diploma -

Douglas High School

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