Jovanghn Parks
Assistant Principal
Evans,GA
Summary
Dynamic and student-centered educational leader with nearly 20 years of experience in instructional leadership, school operations, and program coordination. Proven success in advancing student achievement, cultivating inclusive school cultures, and leading both international and Title I schools. Expertise in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP), MTSS, Title I programming, PBIS, and data-driven school improvement initiatives.
Enthusiastic Assistant Principal offering 19 -year history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Principal
Monte Sano Elementary / Copeland Elementary
01.2024 - Current
- Led IB PYP initiatives, secured IB PYP authorization, and coordinated MTSS, 504, Title IX, PBIS, and Testing programs.
- Directed school improvement efforts tied to Georgia Milestones, GKIDS, CogAT, and Content Mastery Assessments.
- Served as parent and community liaison through PTA leadership and Title I program.
- Facilitated professional development in inquiry-based instruction, science-of-reading practices, and data-driven instruction.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
District Instructional Coach
Richmond County School System
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided instructional coaching aligned with End-of-Course (EOC) assessments.
- Led data protocol meetings to target support for student subgroups.
- Designed and conducted family engagement nights.
- Strengthened instructional practices through modeling, co-teaching, and observing classroom instruction.
- Facilitated continuous improvement efforts by leading professional development workshops for educators at all levels of experience.
- Advanced equitable teaching practices throughout the district via targeted workshops addressing cultural responsiveness, differentiation strategies, and inclusive classroom environments.
- Fostered data-driven decision-making processes through the implementation of assessment tools and data analysis.
Instructional Coach
Copeland Elementary School
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed and facilitated professional development sessions based on student data and instructional needs.
- Led collaborative team meetings focused on standards unpacking and curriculum rigor.
- Supported teachers in implementing SMART goals tied to school improvement plans.
IB PYP Coordinator & Instructional Coach
GEMS American Academy
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed IB curriculum mapping, instructional coaching, and professional learning initiatives.
- Guided grade-level teams through unit planning, assessment alignment, and PYP Exhibition projects.
Varkey GEMS Foundation Coordinator
GEMS American Academy
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Orchestrated global charitable projects and debriefed senior leadership on program outcomes.
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Curriculum and Instruction
LaGrange College
LaGrange, GA 01.2023 - 05.2026
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLMaster of Education (M.Ed.) - Elementary Education
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLSkills
- Educational Leadership
- School Operations
- Title I Program Management
- MTSS Coordination
- 504 Coordination
- PBIS Coordination
- Data-Driven Instructional Leadership
Professional Development Highlights
- GSLA Aspiring Principals Program Graduate
- IB PYP Leadership Training – Category 1 and 2 Certified
- Train the Trainer Certified
- Lucy Calkins Units of Study Training
- Differentiation and Inquiry-Based Instruction Workshops (Kath Murdoch)
Volunteer Leadership
- Founder, Copeland Elementary’s First Girl Scout Troop
- IB PYP Exhibition Mentor (2014–2018)
- JV Volleyball Coach and Assistant Coach
- Girl Scout Troop Leader (2007–2014)
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Monte Sano Elementary / Copeland Elementary
01.2024 - Current
District Instructional Coach
Richmond County School System
01.2023 - 01.2024
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Curriculum and Instruction
LaGrange College
01.2023 - 05.2026
Instructional Coach
Copeland Elementary School
01.2017 - 01.2019
Varkey GEMS Foundation Coordinator
GEMS American Academy
01.2015 - 01.2016
IB PYP Coordinator & Instructional Coach
GEMS American Academy
01.2014 - 01.2017
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Florida
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Elementary Education
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Florida
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