My passion lies in fostering a nurturing and safe environment for my students while supporting and empowering my staff. I believe in the power of relationships and strive to build strong connections between staff members, students, and their families.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Principal
Lake Tahoe Unified School District
08.2013 - Current
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
Enhanced safety protocols, creating secure and welcoming school environment for students and staff.
High School Science Teacher
Lake Tahoe Unified School District
08.1993 - 08.2013
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Technology
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
05.2001
Credential Program - Teaching
Sierra Nevada College
Incline Village, NV
06.1993
Bachelor of Science - Biology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05.1991
Skills
Employee Performance Evaluations
Staff Management
Relationship building and networking
Verbal and written communication
Training and mentoring
School Community Relations
Relationship Building
Emergency Preparedness
School safety
Timeline
Elementary School Principal
Lake Tahoe Unified School District
08.2013 - Current
High School Science Teacher
Lake Tahoe Unified School District
08.1993 - 08.2013
Master of Education - Educational Technology
Lesley University
Credential Program - Teaching
Sierra Nevada College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
San Diego State University
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