Ibrahim Karatas
Summary
Seasoned educational leader from Harmony Virtual Academy, adept in fostering collaboration and promoting a positive culture. Excelled in crisis management and student preparedness, enhancing college application success. Skilled in teamwork, scheduling, and strategic planning, ensuring comprehensive support and achievement across academic communities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
Harmony Virtual Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
- Provided leadership in crisis management situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all community members.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
Dean of College and Career
Harmony School of Innovation-Katy
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Established collaborations with industry partners to provide students with real-world experiences and networking opportunities.
- Supervised admissions programs, student recruitment and retention.
- Communicated with university administrators and school officials.
Dean of College and Career
Harmony School Of Ingenuity - Harmony Public Schools
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Enhanced student preparedness for the college application process through workshops, seminars, and one-on-one sessions.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Established collaborations with industry partners to provide students with real-world experiences and networking opportunities.
- Organized successful college fairs that connected students with representatives from various colleges and universities across the nation.
College Counselor
Harmony School Of Ingenuity - Harmony Public Schools
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Built and maintained relationships with college admissions offices.
- Assisted with admissions process, financial aid process and obstacles that arose.
- Implemented individualized college planning sessions to address unique needs of each student and set achievable goals for their future.
- Assisted parents in navigating financial aid processes and resources available for funding their child''s higher education pursuits.
- Coordinated student visits to college campuses, maximizing exposure to various institutions and facilitating informed decision-making during the application process.
- Taught students to navigate college applications process.
Dean of Academics
Harmony School of Innovation- Katy
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Maintained highly organized records to document student behaviors, interventions, consequences and outcomes.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
Assistant Principal
Harmony School of Endeavor
12.2011 - 07.2013
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by staying current on policy changes and updating school procedures accordingly.
- Improved financial efficiency by streamlining budgeting processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Coordinated team schedules to keep shifts properly staffed during busy periods.
Campus Testing Coordinator
Harmony School of Endeavor
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Met state and local testing timelines.
- Promoted a positive testing environment, addressing student concerns and offering guidance on effective test-taking strategies.
- Developed student rosters for special testing conditions.
- Provided ongoing support to faculty in creating effective assessment tools aligned with course objectives and learning outcomes.
Science Teacher 6th-8th
Harmony School of Endeavor
08.2009 - 07.2012
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for struggling learners; provided personalized support
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Organized Science Fair
Science Teacher
Lisa Academy
12.2007 - 07.2009
- Contributed to curriculum development committees, sharing expertise to revise and improve science education programs.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify gaps in knowledge and tailor lessons to student needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Ankara Universitesi
Turkiye06.2004
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Dependable and Responsible
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Attention to Detail
- Student Scheduling
- Scheduling/Planning
Timeline
Dean of Students
Harmony Virtual Academy
08.2023 - Current
Dean of College and Career
Harmony School of Innovation-Katy
08.2022 - 07.2023
Dean of College and Career
Harmony School Of Ingenuity - Harmony Public Schools
08.2018 - 07.2022
College Counselor
Harmony School Of Ingenuity - Harmony Public Schools
08.2015 - 07.2017
Dean of Academics
Harmony School of Innovation- Katy
08.2013 - 07.2015
Assistant Principal
Harmony School of Endeavor
12.2011 - 07.2013
Campus Testing Coordinator
Harmony School of Endeavor
08.2011 - 06.2013
Science Teacher 6th-8th
Harmony School of Endeavor
08.2009 - 07.2012
Science Teacher
Lisa Academy
12.2007 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Ankara Universitesi
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