Juanita R. Dotson
Memphis,TN
Summary
Focused educational leader with a proven track record at Earle School District, enhancing teacher effectiveness and student success through research based practices for school improvement. Well versed in teacher coaching, staff management, curriculum and instructional protocol implementation, student achievement, creating inclusive environments, implementing safety protocol, parent and community engagement in order to significantly boost academic and behavioral outcomes for students.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Principal
Earle School District
07.2018 - 06.2024
- Promoted diversity within the school community by cultivating an inclusive atmosphere, while respecting individual differences among students and staff.
- Collaborated with district leaders to align school goals and initiatives with the broader educational vision.
- Evaluated curriculum effectiveness through regular assessments, modifying materials as needed to meet student needs.
- Boosted community partnerships by actively engaging local businesses and organizations in support of school programs.
- Championed professional development opportunities for staff members, resulting in increased retention rates and teacher satisfaction.
- Established a positive learning environment by fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members.
- Monitored compliance with federal, state, and local regulations to ensure a safe and lawful educational environment for all stakeholders.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing data-driven strategies and collaborating with teachers on instructional practices resulting in at least a 20% increase in student achievement for literacy and math in all grades across each interim.
- Monitored student behavior, enforced discipline policies, and developed behavior and safety plans as needed.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Conducted classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies, effectiveness, and curriculum implementation.
- Established instructional best practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Mentored new teachers through observation feedback sessions, contributing to their growth as educators within the school system.
- Directed schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding school wide expectations and student behavior.
- Verified student grades and attendance.
- Collaborated with district leaders to develop a comprehensive strategic plan that guided the school's direction while adhering to state standards and requirements.
- Managed staffing decisions by hiring qualified candidates who aligned with the school's values and mission statement while balancing budgetary constraints effectively.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in their child's education.
- Supervised afterschool and summer programs to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Reduced disciplinary issues by developing and enforcing clear expectations for student behavior and academic progress.
High School Principal
Earle School District
07.2013 - 06.2018
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional learning and training sessions.
- Fostered partnerships with local businesses providing employment and job shadowing experiences preparing students for real-world success.
- Led the successful accreditation process, ensuring high-quality education standards were maintained.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement in instruction quality.
- Created opportunities for student leadership development through clubs, sports teams, and other extracurricular activities.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices to inform instructional strategies and improve student outcomes.
- Developed comprehensive safety protocols to ensure a secure learning environment for all students and staff members.
- Oversaw scheduling processes to ensure optimal class sizes and balanced course offerings for diverse learner needs.
- Collaborated with district leaders to align curriculum goals and strategies across all schools.
- Coordinated college and career readiness initiatives, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue their post-secondary goals.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to secure additional resources for extracurricular activities, technology advancements, and infrastructure improvements.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Maintained full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Addressed disciplinary issues promptly and fairly, upholding a consistent standard of behavior expectations across the school community.
- Increased parental involvement by organizing informative events and fostering open lines of communication.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Fostered partnerships with local businesses providing internships job shadowing experiences preparing students real-world success.
- Established strong relationships with community organizations to enhance student learning opportunities outside the classroom.
- Managed budget allocations effectively to support instructional resources, technology upgrades, and facility improvements.
- Promoted character education programs that instilled values of respect, responsibility, integrity, empathy, perseverance among students.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Teacher- Grade 4
Earle School District
12.2002 - 05.2013
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining two-way communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Developed and administered formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success; thus promoting inclusion for students receiving special education services..
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current with educational trends.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating a more conducive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Spearheaded mentorship program for at-risk students, contributing to improved academic and behavioral outcomes.
- Led professional learning workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARBachelor of Science - Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARSkills
- Organizational leadership
- Coaching and mentoring
- Teacher and staff evaluations
- Curriculum implementation and evaluation
- Group facilitation and presentations
- Verbal and written communication
- Community engagement
- Student achievement
- Student discipline
- Safety and security procedures
Certification
Early Childhood Education, PK - 4
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
Curriculum Program Administrator/Curriculum, PK-12
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
Building Level Administrator, P-12
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
Curriculum Program Administrator/Curriculum, P-12
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
Building Level Administrator, 5-12
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
Timeline
Elementary School Principal
Earle School District
07.2018 - 06.2024
High School Principal
Earle School District
07.2013 - 06.2018
Teacher- Grade 4
Earle School District
12.2002 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Education
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Arkansas State University
Early Childhood Education, PK - 4
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
Curriculum Program Administrator/Curriculum, PK-12
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
Building Level Administrator, P-12
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
Curriculum Program Administrator/Curriculum, P-12
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
Building Level Administrator, 5-12
AR Standard License, 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2028
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