Professional educator with strong foundation in leadership and curriculum development. Known for fostering collaborative environments and driving academic success. Skilled in strategic planning, staff management, and student engagement. Adaptable and reliable, consistently meeting evolving educational needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Upper School Principal
Freedom Christian Academy
3130 Gillespie Street, Fayetteville, NC 28306
04.2023 - Current
Developed and implemented academic programs aligning with educational standards.
Led faculty in curriculum development to enhance student learning outcomes.
Fostered a collaborative school culture through open communication and team-building initiatives.
Managed budget allocations to optimize resource distribution across departments.
Oversaw student discipline policies ensuring a safe and respectful environment.
Conducted regular staff evaluations to promote professional growth and accountability.
Implemented rigorous curriculum standards that aligned with state requirements to ensure academic excellence across all grade levels.
Increased parent engagement through regular communication, workshops, and events focused on student success.
Streamlined enrollment procedures to attract more students while maintaining high-quality educational offerings for current attendees.
Boosted staff morale by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture, resulting in increased job satisfaction and retention rates.
High School Math Teacher
Liberty Christian Academy
Fayetteville, NC
07.2021 - 05.2023
Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
Fostered a collaborative classroom environment through group activities and peer tutoring initiatives.
Assessed student progress using formative and summative assessments to adjust teaching methods accordingly.
Managed student behavior in classroom and administered approved discipline to create classroom environment conducive to learning.
College Professor
Carolina College Of Biblical Studies
Fayetteville, NC
07.2016 - 12.2021
Developed and implemented curriculum using academic learning strategies and educational pedagogy
Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications
Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation
Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts
Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field
Created lesson plans for courses, modifying throughout year to meet time constraints and specific interests of class
Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives
Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct
Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement
Head of School
Union Grove Christian School
Lexington, NC
07.2020 - 07.2021
Developed and implemented strategic academic programs to enhance student learning outcomes.
Directed faculty recruitment, training, and evaluation processes to maintain high educational standards.
Established partnerships with local organizations to support community engagement initiatives.
Managed budget allocations and financial planning to ensure resource optimization across departments.
Oversaw curriculum development aligned with educational best practices and state standards.
Led school accreditation processes, achieving recognition for educational excellence and compliance.
Fostered a positive school culture through effective communication with staff, students, and parents.
Developed a positive school culture by fostering strong relationships among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
Successfully managed crises situations on campus while maintaining transparency among stakeholders.
Athletic Director/Teacher/High School Principal
Berean Baptist Academy
Fayetteville, NC
06.2000 - 06.2020
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification
Administered all facets of personnel policies and procedures, including conception, modification, and approval of professional staff additions
Oversaw administrative functions such as schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities
Administered all facets of personnel policies and procedures, including conception, modification and approval of professional staff additions
Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home
Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards
Collaborated with Head of School to develop functional budgets within allocated funds
Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness
Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families
Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress
Developed and implemented recruitment strategies, interviewed applicants, and managed hiring process including executing employment contracts
Maintained safety and security of all youth under care
Performed duties of headmaster during leave of absence and shouldered administrative and instructional responsibilities
Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field-trip retreats and team-work community service projects
Taught Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Pre Calculus, Calculus, Bible, History, PE, Geometry and Chemistry
Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times
Oversaw coach salaries, pay rates and all other program budget aspects
Supervised student information, including grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals
Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions
Paired individuals to achieve best fit for athletic and academic programs
Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events
Reminded athletes and coaching staff to display and promote good sportsmanship with competing teams on and off field
Education
Master of Science - Supervision And Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
06-2011
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education History/Math
Hyles-Anderson College
Crown Point, iN
04-1991
Skills
Teaching
Teamwork/Collaboration
Academic support
Group facilitation
Staff management
Instructional leadership
Ethical leadership
Student engagement
School event coordination
Academic administration
Safety and security procedures
Budgeting
Schedule oversight
Student and parent relations
Certification
ACSI Administration Certificate
Timeline
Upper School Principal
Freedom Christian Academy
04.2023 - Current
High School Math Teacher
Liberty Christian Academy
07.2021 - 05.2023
Head of School
Union Grove Christian School
07.2020 - 07.2021
College Professor
Carolina College Of Biblical Studies
07.2016 - 12.2021
Athletic Director/Teacher/High School Principal
Berean Baptist Academy
06.2000 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education History/Math
Hyles-Anderson College
Master of Science - Supervision And Administration