Jordan Pugh
Fulton,MD
Summary
Seasoned school director offering 20+ years experience in special education and administrative positions. Focused on building and enhancing relationships, meeting stakeholder needs and maintaining smooth administration of all program operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
High Road Academy Of Howard County
07.2022 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and regional directors to guide operational strategy.
- Established culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance to provide high-quality services to program participants.
Education Director
High Road Academy Of Howard County
08.2015 - 06.2022
- Advocated for equitable access to high-quality educational opportunities for all students regardless of background or ability level.
- Established culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing programmatic outcomes and making necessary adjustments based on data analysis.
- Evaluated teacher performance using rigorous observation protocols designed to promote professional growth while ensuring instructional excellence.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive assessment plans to track student growth, determine areas for improvement, and inform curriculum adjustments as needed.
- Collaborated with parents, guardians, and stakeholders to address concerns related to student achievement or wellbeing.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor student progress, inform instructional strategies, and improve overall program effectiveness.
Education Director
High Road Academy (Type II - AACPS)
08.2008 - 07.2015
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor student progress, inform instructional strategies, and improve overall program effectiveness.
High School Special Education Teacher
High Road Academy
07.2002 - 07.2008
- Provided individualized support for students with learning disabilities by implementing differentiated instruction strategies.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Contributed to IEP development and implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide appropriate accommodations and modifications for special education students.
- Evaluated student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize learning outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MDBachelor of Arts - English
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VASkills
- Program Management
- School Administration
- Educational Leadership/Academic Advising
- Faculty Supervision/Teacher Training
- Staff Development
- Performance Assessment
- Academic Standards Management
- Special Education Programs
Certification
Maryland Educator Certificate: Advanced Professional Certificate
(07/01/2023 - 06/30/2028)
Timeline
Director
High Road Academy Of Howard County
07.2022 - Current
Education Director
High Road Academy Of Howard County
08.2015 - 06.2022
Education Director
High Road Academy (Type II - AACPS)
08.2008 - 07.2015
High School Special Education Teacher
High Road Academy
07.2002 - 07.2008
Master of Science - Special Education
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Virginia
Maryland Educator Certificate: Advanced Professional Certificate
(07/01/2023 - 06/30/2028)
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