Jacqueline McCarthy
Wharton
Summary
An accomplished educational leader with extensive experience in curriculum design, instructional leadership, and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to oversee diverse content areas, foster teacher effectiveness through mentorship/professional development, and drive student achievement. Expertise in integrating inclusive practices, enhancing community engagement, and building strategic partnerships; seeking a Director of Curriculum position in a New Jersey public school district to leverage a track record of innovation and success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor of Humanities and the Arts
High Point Regional High School
08.2022 - Current
- Supervise 30 high school teachers across English, English Language Arts, Social Studies, World Languages, ESL, Visual Arts, and Performing Arts, ensuring alignment with NJ Student Learning Standards.
- Lead district-wide standardized testing programs, including NJSLA, NJGPA, AP, PSAT, Seal of Biliteracy, and WIDA Assessment, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Mentor and train teachers on teaching in a block schedule, effective use of AI in the classroom, MTSS interventions in the classroom, formative assessments, student-centered lessons, and instructional technology integration.
- Resolve conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Collaborate with administration team to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Pioneer adoption of new technologies that increase student engagement and learning in the classroom (e.g., IXL, Albert.IO, Magic School, Brisk Teaching, etc.)
- Develop choice reading program, common assessments, cross-disciplinary practices to enhance literacy, critical thinking, and student outcomes.
- Develop comprehensive data tracking system for MTSS interventions, enhancing targeted student support in the classroom.
Social Studies Teacher
High Point Regional High School
08.2015 - 07.2022
- Taught AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Psychology, AP US Government and Politics, AP Comparative Government, US History, Civics, and Personal Finance.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Served on committees addressing chronic absenteeism, bullying prevention, academic interventions, leading to measurable improvements in academic growth and school climate.
- Founder of EdCampHAT and EdCampPenn, creating collaborative spaces for educators to share best practices and engage in peer-centered learning.
- Delivered professional development workshops on technology integration, design thinking, differentiated instruction, and teaching effectively in the block.
Social Studies Teacher
Ridge High School
08.2007 - 07.2015
- Taught AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP US Government and Politics, US History, Civics, and Personal Finance.
- Created an alternative education program to support at-risk students, improving academic and behavioral outcomes.
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive new teacher orientation and year-long training program focusing on classroom management, lesson planning, assessment strategies, and effective communication with students, families, and community members.
- Served on I&RS committee, bullying prevention committee, PD committee, and technology integration committee.
Assistant Vice President for Loan Origination
Countrywide Home Loans
06.2005 - 06.2007
- Integral contributor to opening up Northeast operations center; one of the original 11 employees
- Managed daily operations of four departments: registration, document preparation, funding, and compliance
- Supervised, hired, trained, and conducted performance evaluations on a staff of 40
- Analyzed, developed, and implemented operational procedures to improve workflow, increase productivity, and improve performance standards
Assistant Manger
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
06.2003 - 06.2005
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work; cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development; increased profits quarterly.
Education
Master of Arts - I/O And Human Resource Psychology
Kean University
Union05-2023
Master of Arts - Ed. Administration: Principal & Supervisor
Kean University
Union, NJ01-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education: Social Studies
Juniata College
Huntingdon, PA05-2000
Skills
- Supervision, Curriculum, and Instruction
- Professional Development for Faculty and Employees
- Effective Student Support Services
- Building Community Relations
Certification
- CE Principal
- SC Supervsior
- SC Teacher of Social Studies
- SC Teacher of Psychology
Timeline
Supervisor of Humanities and the Arts
High Point Regional High School
08.2022 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
High Point Regional High School
08.2015 - 07.2022
Social Studies Teacher
Ridge High School
08.2007 - 07.2015
Assistant Vice President for Loan Origination
Countrywide Home Loans
06.2005 - 06.2007
Assistant Manger
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
06.2003 - 06.2005
- CE Principal
- SC Supervsior
- SC Teacher of Social Studies
- SC Teacher of Psychology
Master of Arts - I/O And Human Resource Psychology
Kean University
Master of Arts - Ed. Administration: Principal & Supervisor
Kean University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education: Social Studies
Juniata College
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