Janet Middleton
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Accomplished educational leader with a proven track record at School District of Philadelphia, enhancing student outcomes and teacher effectiveness through strategic leadership and data-driven instruction. Expert in staff management and school improvements planning, fostering strong school community relations. Achieved significant advancements in instructional quality by mentoring educators and implementing innovative programs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Instructional Coach
School District of Manatee County
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinated intervention programs for 3 grade levels targeting at-risk students with skill gaps in math areas identified through data analysis.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing coaching and guidance to 3 teachers on mathematics instructional strategies.
- Conducted professional development workshops focused on best practices in mathematics instruction to elevate teaching quality.
Middle Yeas Math Teacher, Gr 7 & 8
School District of Manatee County
08.2018 - 05.2024
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in a 61% improved academic performance for the L25 subgroup of students.
- Collaborated bi-weekly with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
- Implemented daily data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
Math Instructional Coach
Roosevelt School, School District of Phila., PA
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Improved student learning outcomes through the implementation of targeted interventions and support for struggling students.
- Assisted 3 administrators with evaluating teacher performance related to math instruction and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Served as a liaison between school administration and math department staff to address concerns related to instructional quality or resource allocation.
- Supported curriculum development efforts, ensuring alignment with state standards and rigor in mathematical content.
- School Test Coordinator for State PSSA Test and District Benchmarks
- Provided monthly professional development on instructional strategies in grades K-8.
Principal
World Communications Charter School, Phila., PA
07.2011 - 07.2014
- Performed daily classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness which led to school attaining AYP status for 2012-14 SY.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored daily student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers through monthly SAC meetings .
- Trained 12 new teachers from Teach for America on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
- Promoted diversity within the school community through inclusive policies, programming, and recruitment efforts.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators.
- Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
- Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Principal on Special Assignment (HS Academic Div.)
School District of Philadelphia
07.2010 - 07.2011
- Facilitated Instructional Leadership support to 26 High School Principals of the High School Academic Division and collaboratively led school leadership teams in writing instructional programs which led to 2 high schools making AYP Status, and 23 making significant gains during the 2010-2011 SY.
- Monitored 30-day Action Plans and School Improvement Plans to restructure school climate and instructional outcomes, which determined both student engagement and teacher effectiveness.
- Created, prepared, and delivered Professional Development aligned to School Improvement Plans to school leadership teams.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Enhanced team productivity, providing guidance and assistance to High School Principals when needed.
- Oversaw budget and tracked expenses against plans.
- Balanced multiple priorities effectively by utilizing strong organizational skills and proactive task management techniques.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Identified recurring issues among school climate and culture, proposing improvements based on this feedback for a better school experience overall.
- Actively participated in departmental initiatives aimed at continuous improvement within the school environment.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
School Based Data Instructional Coach
School District of Philadelphia
07.2008 - 06.2010
- Coached 25 teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities on weekly basis.
- Assisted 25 new teachers to acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
Education
Ed Leadership High School Principals, NASSP - Educational Leadership
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PAMaster of Science - Education Leadership
Cabrini University
Rosemont, PAMaster of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Gratz College
Melrose Park, PABachelor of Science - Math And Science Education
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Strategic Organizational Leadership
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Staff Management
- Training and mentoring
- Team Collaboration
- School Community Relations
- Verbal and written communication
- School Improvements Planning and Implementation
- LMS
- MS Office
Certification
- Educational Leadership Certification - Florida Department of Education 07/01/2018 - 06/30/2028
- Mathematics 5-9 07/01/2018 - 06/30/2028
- K-6 Instruction 07/01/2018 - 06/30/2028
Timeline
Math Instructional Coach
School District of Manatee County
08.2024 - Current
Middle Yeas Math Teacher, Gr 7 & 8
School District of Manatee County
08.2018 - 05.2024
Math Instructional Coach
Roosevelt School, School District of Phila., PA
08.2014 - 06.2017
Principal
World Communications Charter School, Phila., PA
07.2011 - 07.2014
Principal on Special Assignment (HS Academic Div.)
School District of Philadelphia
07.2010 - 07.2011
School Based Data Instructional Coach
School District of Philadelphia
07.2008 - 06.2010
- Educational Leadership Certification - Florida Department of Education 07/01/2018 - 06/30/2028
- Mathematics 5-9 07/01/2018 - 06/30/2028
- K-6 Instruction 07/01/2018 - 06/30/2028
Ed Leadership High School Principals, NASSP - Educational Leadership
Lehigh University
Master of Science - Education Leadership
Cabrini University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Gratz College
Bachelor of Science - Math And Science Education
Drexel University
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