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Ivy Peeples

NORTH PLAINFIELD,NJ

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.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal

East Orange School District
2018.11 - Current

As the leader overseeing 70 school personnel at Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School, I handle diverse responsibilities.

  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
  • Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
  • Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
  • Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
  • Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.

Assistant Principal | Chief Innovation Officer, Grades PK-8

Ivy Hill Elementary School
2012.09 - 2018.11

In my role as a coordinator and leader within an academic institution overseeing 45 teachers, staff, and 450 students, I handle diverse responsibilities:

  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers, and outside agencies.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
  • Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.

Middle School Math and Science Teacher

Newark Public Schools
2005.09 - 2014.09
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
  • Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
  • Created hands-on activities to demonstrate scientific principles and highlight various topics
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students

Education

No Degree - UMD School Improvement Leadership Academy

University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD
05.2026

Master of Arts - Education Administration

MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
Montclair, NJ
12.2010

Bachelor of Science - Biology

MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
Montclair, NJ
05.2003

Skills

  • Instructional Technology
  • Creative Thinking
  • Team Leadership
  • Decision-Making
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Program Development
  • Educational Leadership
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Educational Needs Assessment
  • STEM Integration
  • Data Analysis

Certification

  • New Jersey Department of Education - Standard Principal Certificate (Jun 2018)
  • Standard Supervisor Certificate (Jun 2023)
  • Elementary K-6 Certificate (Aug 2007)
  • Trained as a Lead Trainer in the Following SEL Programs - Positive Discipline - Trauma-Sensitive Schools, Zensational Kids - Mindfulness and Meditation, Leader in Me - Based on the 7 Habits of Highly Eective Kids, Second Step

Timeline

Principal

East Orange School District
2018.11 - Current

Assistant Principal | Chief Innovation Officer, Grades PK-8

Ivy Hill Elementary School
2012.09 - 2018.11

Middle School Math and Science Teacher

Newark Public Schools
2005.09 - 2014.09

No Degree - UMD School Improvement Leadership Academy

University of Maryland - College Park

Master of Arts - Education Administration

MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Biology

MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
  • New Jersey Department of Education - Standard Principal Certificate (Jun 2018)
  • Standard Supervisor Certificate (Jun 2023)
  • Elementary K-6 Certificate (Aug 2007)
  • Trained as a Lead Trainer in the Following SEL Programs - Positive Discipline - Trauma-Sensitive Schools, Zensational Kids - Mindfulness and Meditation, Leader in Me - Based on the 7 Habits of Highly Eective Kids, Second Step
Ivy Peeples