Jerrick Rutherford
NJ
Summary
Experienced Assistant Principal with more than 11 years of success in academic leadership, instructional coaching, school operations, and student achievement within the New York City Department of Education. Proven ability to improve graduation rates, maintain Special Education compliance, and build strong relationships with students, staff, and families from diverse backgrounds. Skilled in data-driven leadership, curriculum development, professional development, and creating safe, inclusive learning environments. Wallace Foundation Fellow at Teachers College, Columbia University recognized for strong educational leadership and collaboration.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wallace Foundation Fellow
TEACHERS COLLEGE, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
06.2013
- Selected to participate in nationally recognized leadership fellowship
- Participated in monthly meetings that address critical leadership competencies with experienced school and district leaders.
- Participated in Department of Education’s Office of Leadership Learning Series, which addressed the requirements and skills needed to be a highly effective school leader.
Assistant Principal
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
01.2018 - Current
- Special Education Lead: Coordinates the implantation and evaluation of services for students with disabilities.
- Assessment Lead: Designs and executes the assessment calendar, supporting protocols, testing accommodations, proctoring, and logistics for state testing.
- Operations/Safety/Security Coordinator: Facilitates the collaborative decision-making process to prioritize safety, security, and compliance with all operational aspects of the school.
- Instructional Supervision and Coaching: Conducts low-inference Danielson Framework based classroom observations and subsequently provides pedagogues actionable feedback aligned to best practices.
- Part of a team that increased graduation rate from 58% to 84% in two years
- 100% Special Education compliance rate
- 30% increase in teacher rating in the instructional domain.
- 88% of students feel safe in the school.
- Created and implemented operational systems
Assistant Principal
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Supervisor of Humanities Department: Facilitated the curriculum design for ELA and Social Studies (grades 6 to 12).
- Supervisor of Special Education Department: Developed and implemented a strategic plan to bring Special Education in compliance with state regulations.
- Programmer: Coordinated the programming of grades 6 to 12 in alignment with New York City’s Academic Policy English as a New Language (ENL)
- Testing Coordinator: Coordinated diagnostic assessment, and the implementation of academic supports to improve student achievement.
- Supervisor of Academic Intervention Services: Reviewed student data, and developed intervention supports to improve student achievement.
- Professional Development Facilitator: Designed and lead whole group and individual professional development, designed to
- Designed and Implemented use of Data Binder by staff to track student progress and to evaluate effectiveness of curriculum and instruction.
- Served as Administrative Intern to assist Principal with management of school. Responsible for supervision in the absence of the Principal, and prepared legal documents for contractual and disciplinary procedures to maintain compliance.
Instructional Coach
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Data Analyst and Testing Coordinator: Planned, Organized, and Managed school wide assessments according to state and local regulations; Reviewed, Analyzed, and Presented data to staff which supported identification of instruction practices focused on raising student proficiency.
- Saturday Academy Supervisor: Supervised extended day program focused on helping students to increase proficiency.
- Behavior Management Specialist: Managed the school disciplinary team and supervised school breakfast, lunch, and transitions. Represented the school at suspension hearings.
- Served as New Teacher Mentor. Observed lessons, conferenced with teachers, and provided low inference feedback to help improve instructional practice.
Teacher
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
09.2003 - 06.2014
- History Department Chair: Provided leadership in curriculum design and implementation, facilitated professional development and used data that resulted in improved student outcomes.
- United Federation of Teachers Chapter Leader: Collaborated with school administration, as the union representative, to ensure that the school’s vision was realized in concert with contractual guidelines, and mediated between staff and administration to help maintain a productive and student friendly learning environment.
- Chair of the School Leadership Team: Facilitated meetings and supported the building consensus among parents, staff, administration and community stakeholders on key policy areas like the budget, and the CEP.
- Member of the Inquiry Team: Provided leadership to faculty in analyzing school wide data and student work, and made recommendations for improvement.
- Evening High School, Grade 7, and Project Male Coordinator: Organized and coordinated credit recovery program during the evening and Saturday classes to support and improve student’s graduation.
- Chair of MOSL (Measures of Student Learning) Committee: Provided leadership to identify city and state assessments that were best aligned to teacher and student growth evaluation.
Program Manager and Lead Instructor
LEARN-IT SYSTEMS
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Coordinated the implementation of curriculum for Supplemental Educational Services, after school to students improving their reading and math skills in preparation for state tests.
- Worked collaboratively with staff to address student progress objectives, identify areas of needed improvement.
- Maintained records of attendance for students and staff, and prepared payroll documentation.
- Coordinated motivational extracurricular activities for students that developed student morale and dedication to the program.
Teacher/Coordinator
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA
09.2001 - 08.2003
- Facilitated department meetings for curriculum planning and organized activities for students as department coordinator, ensuring effective teaching and student success.
- Coached and managed the badminton team, as students participated in nationwide competitions and including championship games.
Teacher
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, REPUBLIC OF GUYANA
09.1993 - 08.2001
- Performed duties as Head of Department, coordinating all activities and functioning as a first level supervisor, being accountable for effective instruction and assessment.
- Prepared graduating class for regional examinations (Caribbean Examinations Council) and recorded a minimum passing rate of 95% under very challenging conditions.
- Utilized innovative methods of instruction with a strong emphasis on hands on learning and field trips that connected students to their learning.
- Mentored and counseled behaviorally challenged young males, minimizing disciplinary infractions in and out of class.
Adjunct Lecturer
CYRIL POTTER COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, GUYANA
11.1998 - 06.2001
- Provided Social Studies instruction and best practices to teachers in training.
Education
Master of Education - Public School Leadership
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY: TEACHERS COLLEGE
New York, New York06-2014
Master of Science - General and Special Education
TOURO COLLEGE
New York, New York06-2009
Bachelor of Education - History
UNIVERSITY OF GUYANA
Georgetown, Guyana06-2000
Certificate in Education - History
UNIVERSITY OF GUYANA
Georgetown, Guyana06-1997
Trained Teacher’s Certificate - undefined
CYRIL POTTER COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Georgetown, Guyana06-1993
Masters of Divinity - Theology
Bexley Seabury Theological Seminary
Chicago, IL07-2028
Skills
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Motivating pedagogues to become results oriented through inquiry based learning
- Excellent ability to communicate and collaborate with parents to support student growth
- Proficient with Microsoft Publisher, Word, excel, Power Point, Smart board technology, and basic computer
- Strategic thinking
- Classroom leadership
- Written and oral report creation
- Nonprofit administration
Accomplishments
- Saved school resources substantially by eliminating waste.
- Spearheaded CEP implementation which redefined performance goals and achieved NYCDOE District 8's benchmarks.
- Improved student Regents testing scores to attain district, state, and federal standards.
- Implemented a district-recognized Special Education service model that ensured students received appropriate supports in the least restrictive environment.
- Managed school operations for 375 students.
Certification
- New York State School Building Leader Initial Certification
- New York State Permanent Teaching Certificate - Social Studies Grades 7-12
Timeline
Assistant Principal
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
01.2018 - Current
Assistant Principal
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
09.2015 - 12.2017
Instructional Coach
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
09.2014 - 06.2015
Wallace Foundation Fellow
TEACHERS COLLEGE, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
06.2013
Program Manager and Lead Instructor
LEARN-IT SYSTEMS
09.2010 - 06.2012
Teacher
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
09.2003 - 06.2014
Teacher/Coordinator
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA
09.2001 - 08.2003
Adjunct Lecturer
CYRIL POTTER COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, GUYANA
11.1998 - 06.2001
Teacher
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, REPUBLIC OF GUYANA
09.1993 - 08.2001
Master of Science - General and Special Education
TOURO COLLEGE
Bachelor of Education - History
UNIVERSITY OF GUYANA
Certificate in Education - History
UNIVERSITY OF GUYANA
Trained Teacher’s Certificate - undefined
CYRIL POTTER COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Master of Education - Public School Leadership
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY: TEACHERS COLLEGE
Masters of Divinity - Theology
Bexley Seabury Theological Seminary