Jane Han
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Accomplished educational leader with a proven track record at Bright Star Schools, enhancing student achievement and teacher performance through data-driven instruction and strategic leadership. Expert in curriculum development and educational staff supervision, fostering school community relations and operational excellence. Achieved significant improvements in academic administration and program management, demonstrating exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Bright Star Schools, Stella Middle Charter Acaemy
07.2018 - 07.2024
- Achieved dramatic student achievement gains in line with district goals and performance objectives using CCSS standards, setting district records in Math and Literacy
- Set school-wide academic and culture priorities, implemented aligned strategic plans, allocated resources accordingly, and monitored multiple layers of academic and operational data to inform decision-making
- Cultivated shared vision of high achievement supported by culture of care among 500 students, 55 staff, and families
- Managed school systems and operations through merger, re-location, distance learning during COVID, and return to campus while maintaining safety protocols
- Hired, trained, and retained high-quality, effective teaching staff and instructional leadership team through professional learning, coaching, and evaluation
- Oversaw implementation of socioemotional learning program, achieving Compass Certification and model school designation within 3 years
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
Assistant Principal of Instruction
Bright Star Schools, Stella Middle Charter Academy
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Monitored data and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards, achieving record gains in end-of-year state assessments
- Coached and and evaluated staff through instructional leadership and professional development, training teachers on instructional planning, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Developed teacher leaders to lead professional learning communities to continuously improve practice and reflect on student performance data.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention programs to support success for struggling students
Lead Teacher & Mentor
Bright Star Schools, Stella High Charter Academy
01.2012 - 06.2015
- Taught math courses from Pre-Algebra to AP Calculus, planning engaging lessons and units to promote conceptual understanding of math concepts in line with college-ready standards
- Facilitated Math Department meetings to analyze assessment data, share best practices, and promote continuous development through inquiry into problems of practice
- Mentored new teachers through weekly observations, mentoring meetings, opening classroom for observations, and advocacy with school leadership
- Planned and led programming and logistics on multiple trips with 30+ students and team of adult chaperones to Yosemite, Grand Canyon, and Washington DC.
Math Teacher
Green Dot Public Schools
08.2009 - 06.2011
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of multiple classes 32-34 high school students, utilizing multimedia strategies and technology to deepen understanding
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching of Mathematics
Stanford Graduate School of Education
Palo Alto, CA06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - History-Sociology With Math Minor
Columbia University, Columbia College
New York05.2004
Skills
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Instructional Leadership
- Organizational Leadership
- Change Management
- Group Facilitation and Presentations
- Curriculum Development
- Relationship Building and Networking
- Performance Improvement
- Operational Planning
- Interpersonal strengths
- School Community Relations
- Proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel/Sheets
Certification
CA Administrative Services Credential, Cleared
CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics, Cleared
Languages
Spanish
Korean
Timeline
Principal
Bright Star Schools, Stella Middle Charter Acaemy
07.2018 - 07.2024
Assistant Principal of Instruction
Bright Star Schools, Stella Middle Charter Academy
07.2015 - 06.2018
Lead Teacher & Mentor
Bright Star Schools, Stella High Charter Academy
01.2012 - 06.2015
Math Teacher
Green Dot Public Schools
08.2009 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - Teaching of Mathematics
Stanford Graduate School of Education
Bachelor of Arts - History-Sociology With Math Minor
Columbia University, Columbia College
CA Administrative Services Credential, Cleared
CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics, Cleared
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