Experienced and student-centered school leader with over 15 years in education and 8+ years in administration. Proven ability to lead high-impact instructional practices, foster positive school culture, and engage diverse stakeholders. Committed to equity, collaboration, and the continuous improvement of teaching and learning across grade levels.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
Nikiski North Star Elementary School
07.2021 - Current
Lead all aspects of school operations for a Title I K–5 school, including curriculum, staffing, scheduling, and school culture.
Cultivate strong partnerships with families and the broader community to enhance student learning.
Guide instructional planning, professional development, and staff evaluations using the Danielson Framework.
Facilitate schoolwide events, family engagement nights, and collaborative PLC structures.
Oversee safety procedures and implementation of Districtwide protocols such as Safety Closure, Stay Put, etc.
Advocate for school and district needs at the state and local level, including legislative testimony.
Assistant Principal
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
Mountain View Elementary School
07.2017 - Current
Managed daily school operations, including staff supervision, scheduling, and discipline.
Supported instructional planning, evaluated staff, and co-led the development of the School Development Plan.
Oversaw communication platforms, including Seesaw and the school Facebook page.
Led schoolwide climate and PBIS initiatives.
Classroom Teacher: Grades 5/6, 5, and 4/5
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
Seward Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2017
Delivered differentiated instruction across multi-grade classrooms.
Developed and implemented behavior support plans.
Maintained strong parent communication through conferences, digital tools, and events.
Served on the Professional Development Steering Committee and RTI Team.
Title 1/Intervention Teacher
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
Seward Elementary
08.2011 - 05.2012
Delivered data-driven reading and math interventions.
Facilitated family involvement through Title I events.
Supported classroom teachers in applying research-based strategies.
Classroom Teacher: Grades 4 and 5
Norfolk Public Schools: Larrymore Elementary School
Norfolk, VA
01.2008 - 06.2011
Taught in a high-needs, Title I school.
Implemented student behavior plans and maintained family partnerships.
Completed 200+ hour leadership internship while teaching.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
2010
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina-Wilmington
Wilmington, North Carolina
2007
Timeline
Principal
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Principal
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
07.2017 - Current
Classroom Teacher: Grades 5/6, 5, and 4/5
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
08.2012 - 05.2017
Title 1/Intervention Teacher
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
08.2011 - 05.2012
Classroom Teacher: Grades 4 and 5
Norfolk Public Schools: Larrymore Elementary School