Jermaine Smith
Grand Blanc,Michigan
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented leader with 15 years of experience in high-pressure emergency response environments. Proven ability to manage crisis situations, implement safety protocols, and prioritize effective teamwork under duress. Seeking to leverage extensive experience in risk assessment, emergency planning, and communication to build and lead a comprehensive school safety and security program.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Hamady Middle High School
08.2023 - Current
- Provide general supervision of students.
- Provides educational leadership support to establish a climate conducive to learning.
- Assists the principal in the daily operations of the school building.
- Adheres to district health and safety policies.
- Works with the principal to develop effective classroom management strategies.
- Maintains a positive working relationship with parents and acts as a problem solver when concerns arise.
- Develops an atmosphere of trust, respect, interest and enthusiasm within the school.
- Administers a program of student discipline and interacts with students to encourage positive performance.
- Complies with legal and regulatory requirements of the various governmental agencies.
- Maintains relationships with parent groups and other community organizations to ensure two-way communication which foster parent and community involvement.
- Assist with scheduling of student events.
- Supervise and evaluate behavior staff
- Addresses behavioral issues until resolved in a satisfactory manner.
- Ensures supervision of hallways, passing time, lunch, and dismissal.
- Keeps abreast of new technologies and innovative techniques to ensure school is up to date and keeps relevant.
- Prepares reports, correspondence and other written materials for review by principal.
- Shares supervision of extracurricular activities with the building principal.
Dean of Students
Hamady Middle High School
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Serves as the lead administrator in the school in the absence of the Principal.
- Responsible for student discipline as it relates to the implementation of the school PBIS and Student Code of Conduct.
- Maintain accurate student discipline records in the Synergy system.
- Produce periodic data on student behavior and attendance issues.
- Manages building staff, including class schedule and building problems.
- Assist counselor and students with counseling needs.
- Assist with the scheduling, organization and implementation of special events.
- Provide general supervision to students during the school day hallways, lunchroom, and during athletic / extracurricular events.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents, volunteers and community agencies.
- Participates and implements districts - wide initiatives, activities, and in services.
- Implement policy and procedure changes at the building level from the Board, the State, or Federal level.
- Establishes priorities for educational materials to meet the needs of students and teachers with allowable anticipated funds.
- Works with central office personnel to coordinate processes for the effective functioning of the school.
- Other duties as assigned depending on district needs.
Dean of Students
Bendle Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Serves as the building Administrator in absence of the Principal.
- Oversee student supervision, discipline, attendance, building communications, parent meetings, and building safety.
- Supervise students during regular school hours, extracurricular activities, and athletics events.
- Safely and effectively conducts in-school detention, suspension, and academic support room.
- Implement emergency procedures with regard to building, student, and event safety.
- Reviews district Code of Conduct handbook and make recommendations
- Assists with attendance compliance for students.
- Ensure orderly student arrival, passing between classes, and orderly departure at the end of the school day.
- Effectively communicate with students, parents, staff, and administration.
- Comply with Board policy, administrative guidelines, and Student Code of Conduct.
Dean of Students
Carman Middle School
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Contribute toward a safe environment for learning, including ensuring that students conduct is maintained and discipline is enforced fairly and consistently.
- Assists with the development and implementation of safe school, positive behavior and discipline plans as they relate to school strategies and procedures.
- Assume the duties of the principal when absent.
- Develops and coordinates behavior management programs/plans; assists principal in the areas of behavior management, discipline and classroom management.
- Observes, documents, and follows up on behavior of individual students, maintaining accurate records of student progress.
- Consults with staff and parents of students about specific behaviors of students; participates in parent conferences as necessary.
- Monitors and tracks attendance/discipline/academic progress etc. for the student population, taking action in necessary cases.
- Assists with the supervision and monitoring of student activities such as athletic events, lunch, hallway supervision, assemblies, and other school programs.
- Coach and aid teachers to improve their instructional practice, especially as it relates to issues of discipline, relationships with students, and school culture.
- Serve as liaison to parents and facilitate parent education and involvement, including reinforcing the need for parents to support the school’s policies and practices for student discipline, dress code, homework, and events.
- Implement and follow policies and procedures for student dress code, discipline and other policies related to maintaining a positive school culture of learning and achievement.
- Organize school events.
- Work closely with the Principal to develop a positive, structured, achievement-oriented, and creative school culture.
- Supervise the consistent and fair administration of student conduct and discipline.
Director of Community Education
Northwestern High School
07.2015 - 07.2019
- Oversee Community Education programs for students 7th - 12th grade
- Develop programs for student success that focus on academic excellence, health & safety, and life & social skills
- Provide outreach & mentoring to at risk students
- Provide students with college readiness programs
- Provide enrichment opportunities for students such as college visits and employment
- Supervise staff, AmeriCorps service members, and student employees
- Use of multiple database systems; Synergy, School Dude, Easy Reports, Kairos etc.
- Use social media to promote programs and community participation Facebook, Snapchat, etc.
- Create educational programs for children and adults that are diverse, inclusive, and reflect equitable learning experiences
- Manage budget, grants, and monitor site expenses in line with approved budgets.
- Ensure student participation in programs such as community service, mentoring, etc.
- Evaluate and assess the needs of students,
- Direct high quality community school programs for students
- Develop and nurture relationships with students to optimize student success
- Work collaboratively with local agencies, funders, service providers, and others responsible for programs to provide needed services to students
- Support community and parental involvement in student programs in conjunction with principals, teachers, and other designated leaders
- Contribute to the strategic alignment of community schools with the mission and goals of Flint Community Schools
- Attend and provide insight at public forums, including local school board meetings and community meetings on public education, public policy, health, youth development & well-being, student safety, and student programming
- Develop funding proposals and other resource development strategies to assure sustainability of programming
- Provide leadership in the planning and coordination of orientations, meetings, and related professional development initiatives
- Provide support to community school partnerships to ensure joint planning, joint resource development, and maximum service integration in support of student programs
Firefighter / Emergency Medical Technician
City Of Flint Fire Department
01.1999 - 08.2014
- Emergency response expertise
- 15 years of experience as a Firefighter / EMT
- Proficient in fire suppression, rescue techniques, and emergency medical procedures
- Extensive experience in assessing hazards, prioritizing risks, and making critical decisions under pressure
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans for various scenarios
- Managed and coordinated multi-agency responses to large-scale incidents
- Leadership and communication
- Demonstrated leadership skills through experience in fire crew supervision and training
- Effective communicator with ability to de-escalate tense situations and build trust with diverse groups
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for clear and concise information dissemination
- Collaborated effectively with law enforcement, school officials, and community members
- Safety and security expertise
- Conducted fire safety inspections and implemented preventative measures
- Trained community members in CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness
- Developed and implemented crisis response protocols for schools and public buildings
- Conducted security assessments and identified potential vulnerabilities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Coaching
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MIMaster of Arts - Educational Leadership
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI08.2024
Skills
Crisis Management and Response
Leadership and Team Management
Risk Assessment
Communication and Public Relations
Training and Education
Adaptability
Protocol Adherence
Certification
- School Administrator Certification: K-12
- Michigan School Age Youth Development
- Mental Health First Aid
- CPI - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- American Heart Association CPR & AED
- Michigan Firefighter Training Council
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Hamady Middle High School
08.2023 - Current
Dean of Students
Hamady Middle High School
07.2022 - 07.2023
Dean of Students
Bendle Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Dean of Students
Carman Middle School
08.2019 - 08.2021
Director of Community Education
Northwestern High School
07.2015 - 07.2019
Firefighter / Emergency Medical Technician
City Of Flint Fire Department
01.1999 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Coaching
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Western Michigan University
Similar Profiles
James August IIJames August II
Student Support Member at Westwood Heights, Hamady Middle SchoolStudent Support Member at Westwood Heights, Hamady Middle School
Ricardo CookeRicardo Cooke
Principal at Eastlake Middle School, Eastlake High School, Thurgood Marshall Elementary SchoolPrincipal at Eastlake Middle School, Eastlake High School, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
Jake ZeitlerJake Zeitler
Physical Education/Health Teacher at Coleman High School/Middle SchoolPhysical Education/Health Teacher at Coleman High School/Middle School