Jafar N. Baraka
School Administrator
Richmond,Virginia
Summary
Committed, trained and experienced school principal with demonstrated success contributing innovation and creativity to educational institutions. Sound knowledge of school systems, learning styles and student development. Dedicated to improving school curriculum and assisting students with unique learning needs. Proven track record of transforming school programs and raising student achievement along with a strong background in discipline and special education
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Consultant
Self Employed Consultant K-12 Education
12.2022 - Current
- Provided personalized customer service to parents and guardians regarding academic needs of students through phone calls, email and live video chat.
- Coordinated training and professional development courses for teachers and school administrators to create new teaching strategies that encourage student learning.
- Collaborated with school principals to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student discipline.
Principal
St. Joseph's Villa, The Dooley School
07.2019 - 12.2022
- Grades Pre-K-12
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness and mentored newly hired educators with encouragement and feedback.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification
Principal
Al Madina School Of Richmond
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Grades Pre-K-12
- 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.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
Discipline Hearing Officer
Petersburg City Public Schools
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Coordinator of Attendance and Truancy: Hearing Officer District- Wide- Central Office (Grades K-12).
- Investigated high level discipline issues division wide.
- Prepared discipline cases and presented case to school board.
- Trained Principals, Assistant Principals, teachers and support staff on discipline practices, policies and procedures.
- Provided input on discipline matters and proposed recommended discipline sanctions and and gave appropriate feedback for school board members to make discipline decisions.
Principal
Richmond City Public Schools
07.2012 - 11.2015
- Grades 9-12
- 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
- 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.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Principal
The School District Of Philadelphia. Phila, PA
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Grades 6-12
- 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.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Assistant Principal
The School District Of Philadelphia. Phila, PA
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Grades 9-12
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Assistant Principal
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Grades 9-12
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Dean of Students
James River High School, Chesterfield County Public Schools
09.2007 - 07.2008
- Grades 9-12
- Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
- Handled discipline referrals, implemented discipline sanctions in expedient, efficient manner with dignity and respectful manner
Education
Master of Arts - Education and Human Development- Educational Leadership, Administration and Policy Studies
The George Washington University
Teacher Education Certification Program: Special Education/Exceptional Education (ED/LD/ID) Special Education General Curriculum -
Virginia Union University
Richmond, K, VirginiaBachelor of Arts - Sociology
State University of New York
Buffalo, New YorkSkills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Discipline
- Student Needs Assessments
- Content Standards
- Parent Communication
- Lesson Design
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Data Analysis
- Student Assessments
- Classroom Observation
- Professional Development Workshops
- Educational Program Implementation
Certification
Commonwealth of Virginia- Post-Grad-Professional License: Administration and Supervision K-12, Emotional Disturbances K-12, Specific Learning Disabilities K-12, Intellectual Disabilities K-12 and Special Education General Curriculum K-12
Timeline
Educational Consultant
Self Employed Consultant K-12 Education
12.2022 - Current
Principal
St. Joseph's Villa, The Dooley School
07.2019 - 12.2022
Principal
Al Madina School Of Richmond
07.2017 - 07.2019
Discipline Hearing Officer
Petersburg City Public Schools
11.2015 - 07.2017
Principal
Richmond City Public Schools
07.2012 - 11.2015
Principal
The School District Of Philadelphia. Phila, PA
07.2011 - 07.2012
Assistant Principal
The School District Of Philadelphia. Phila, PA
08.2010 - 08.2011
Assistant Principal
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2008 - 08.2010
Dean of Students
James River High School, Chesterfield County Public Schools
09.2007 - 07.2008
Master of Arts - Education and Human Development- Educational Leadership, Administration and Policy Studies
The George Washington University
Teacher Education Certification Program: Special Education/Exceptional Education (ED/LD/ID) Special Education General Curriculum -
Virginia Union University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
State University of New York