Experienced educator passionate about helping students of all cultural backgrounds and socioeconomic levels excel in learning. Outgoing and reliable professional with flexible and collaborative approach. Consistently promotes love of reading, research and learning across all grades.
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Jennifer DeMaio
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Imagine Schools at North Port
Dean of Students
07.2015 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Elementary Dean of Students focusing on relationship driven interactions and positive communication-based outcomes, responsible for implementation and follow through for student discipline
- Defined the fundamental values of the school's culture by devising and executing a comprehensive culture playbook with input from all stakeholders
- Chair of the Threat Assessment and Safety Team at Imagine School
- Responsibilities include overseeing all threats, conducting thorough investigations, and providing comprehensive reports as necessary
- Facilitating monthly drills (including lockdown drills, severe weather and fire drills) to ensure the preparedness and safety of all stakeholders
- Secured a 60% decrease in student discipline referrals within the initial two years of assuming the position, and have consistently maintained this standard
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
- Evaluated and assessed program effectiveness to inform data-driven decision-making for continuous improvement.
- Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
- Provided leadership in crisis management situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all community members.
Imagine Schools at North Port
Media Specialist Pre-K -12th
08.2010 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Simultaneously conducted classes while effectively managing the day-to-day operations of the elementary school media center, ensuring seamless organization, cataloging, and maintenance of various materials including books, digital resources, and educational materials
- Developed and implemented library programs and initiatives to promote literacy, information literacy, and a love of reading among students
- This included designing reading challenges, book clubs, author visits, and other engaging activities
- Fostered positive relationships with students, staff, families, and the wider community to promote library services and resources
- Served as a liaison between the school, local libraries, and other educational institutions to enhance collaboration and access to resources.
Charlotte County
Library Media Specialist
06.2002 - 08.2010
Job overview
- Conceptualized and implemented community interactive events for pre-school, elementary and middle school students that have maintained positive attendance numbers for years after my departure
- Assisted patrons with a wide range of inquiries, including conducting research and navigating databases.
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
Education
American InterContinental UniversityWeston, FL
BBA from Industrial And Organizational Psychology
07.2012
University Overview
Skills
Marketing
Public Speaking
Organizational Leadership
Computer Literacy
Behavioral Management
Crisis Management
Parental Communication
Multi-tiered Support Systems
Planning and coordination
Training and mentoring
Certification
- Florida Educational Teaching Certificate Media Specialist K-12th
- Florida Threat Management Safe Schools Certificate
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR
Timeline
Dean of Students
Imagine Schools at North Port
07.2015 - 06.2024
Media Specialist Pre-K -12th
Imagine Schools at North Port
08.2010 - 06.2015
Library Media Specialist
Charlotte County
06.2002 - 08.2010
American InterContinental University
BBA from Industrial And Organizational Psychology
- Florida Educational Teaching Certificate Media Specialist K-12th
- Florida Threat Management Safe Schools Certificate
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR
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