KACHECKIA DEWITT
Spring Lake
Summary
Results-driven and equity-focused education leader with over 12 years of progressive experience across elementary, middle, and high school settings. Proven expertise in school improvement planning, instructional coaching, student behavior support, and CTE/STEM program development. Adept at leading professional development, managing federally funded initiatives, and building strong school cultures through data-driven decision-making and community engagement. Recognized for elevating school performance, increasing teacher capacity, and expanding student opportunities through innovative leadership.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal (Middle School)
Wake County Public School System
Holly Ridge
06.2024 - Current
- Directed intervention programs to coordinate individual behavioral and academic support for students.
- Supervised staff, including the 8th grade team, Alternative Learning Center, EL program, CTE, and custodians.
- Developed and implemented school policies and programs to enhance student achievement.
- Created and expanded 35 student-led clubs and CTSO programs during school hours.
- Facilitated major events such as Kid Talks, EOG Celebrations, and Pep Rallies.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and constructive feedback.
- Analyzed standardized test data to identify schoolwide improvement areas.
- Managed transition strategies for 9th grade students to improve integration.
Assistant Principal (Middle School)
Lee County Schools
Sanford
06.2022 - Current
- Pioneered re-establishment of school mission, vision, and core values alongside principal.
- Led School Improvement Team as chair and NC Star data processor for two years.
- Delegated responsibilities as administration lead for School Culture and Professional Development Committees.
- Developed comprehensive teacher dashboard incorporating all educators' performance metrics.
- Observed teachers under classroom conditions to track professional abilities and identify areas in need of improvement.
- Oversaw test preparation, training, administration, and communication as Test Coordinator.
- Cultivated positive school culture targeting 100% scholar proficiency.
- Provided targeted support to teachers through observations, feedback, coaching, and data analysis.
- Arranged professional development opportunities on team building, classroom management, and AI integration.
- Created, planned, and implemented the expansion of 25 student-led clubs and CTSO programs to occur during school hours.
- Designed and launched the school’s MTSS behavior framework, and integrated restorative practices.
- Attended conferences related to educational leadership or policy making.
Principal Resident (Elementary School)
Cumberland County Schools
Fayetteville
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Created spreadsheet to disaggregate student data, enhancing PLC analysis efficiency.
- Facilitated data-analysis discussions to promote self-reflection on subgroup trends.
- Conducted formal and informal observations to support teacher instructional development.
- Secured and managed $7,500 in grant funds for two community projects.
- Developed community asset map based on insights from school needs assessment.
- Delivered professional development sessions focused on team building and data utilization.
- Completed a Problem of Practice project on "Targeted Support for Beginning Teachers."
- Organized fundraiser generating $1,787.79 for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society support.
- Implemented restorative practices through leading restorative circles for student discipline.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to review work performance, discuss issues or concerns, and provide feedback.
Innovative Partnership Grant School Coach, Alger B. Wilkins High School
Cumberland County Schools
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed and presented proposal for Career and Technical Education health science program.
- Coordinated community partner support for new health sciences initiative.
- Assisted Opportunity Culture team in planning and implementing district-wide strategies.
- Organized and submitted Opportunity Culture plan for district approval.
- Supported principal and Executive Director in overseeing $1.5M IPG grant procurement.
- Led data dives to enhance instructional support and promote student success.
- Improved data analysis methods for Professional Learning Communities using spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to meet Innovative Partnership Grant goals.
STEM Curriculum Writer/ Instructor
Southern Regional Area Health Education Center (SRAHEC)
Fayetteville
09.2013 - 06.2021
- Instructed high school students in Career and Technical Education/Health Sciences during after-school and summer sessions.
- Developed and presented engaging health sciences curriculum to enhance student learning outcomes.
Executive Board Member and Chairperson-Elect
NC HOSA
03.2018 - 07.2020
- Organized support from state stakeholders for teachers, students, and community members.
- Developed strategies to achieve organization’s mission, vision, and long-term goals.
- Planned and hosted Sandhills Region Jumpstart at UNC Pembroke from 2018 to 2020.
- Facilitated Sandhills HOSA Regional Conference with 234 competitors in 2018 and 252 in 2019.
- Secured sponsorships for local and statewide NC HOSA programs.
- Identified over 30 community partners for collaboration on support, sponsorship, and scholarship.
- Led middle and high school HOSA advisors and students to improve program effectiveness.
PLTW Biomed Instructor and Interim Director
Westover High School
Fayetteville
07.2012 - 06.2020
- Facilitated dual enrollment for students at Fayetteville Technical Community College and Westover High School.
- Achieved scholar proficiency rates of 81%-100% in Health Team Relations and Biomedical Sciences courses.
- Coordinated work-based learning opportunities at Womack Army Hospital and local health facilities.
- Advised NC HOSA Executive Officers for three consecutive years, enhancing leadership skills.
- Guided students to secure top 10 placements at NC HOSA State Leadership Conference.
Education
Doctor of Educational Leadership -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia12-2026
Master of School Administration -
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, North Carolina05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
TROY University
Dothan, Alabama01.2010
Skills
- Strategic School Leadership & Vision Setting
- School Improvement Planning (NCStar)
- Instructional Leadership & Teacher Coaching
- Professional Development Design & Facilitation
- PLC & Data Analysis for Student Subgroups
- MTSS Implementation & Restorative Practices
- Student Discipline & Behavioral Support Systems
- CTE Program Development & STEM Curriculum Design
- Federal/State Grant Writing & Budget Oversight
- Student Engagement: Clubs, CTSOs & Events
- Family & Community Partnership Building
- Assessment Coordination & Staff Evaluation
Certification
- School Administration: Principal, NCDPI License Number 1157623
- Science 9-12
- CTE Technology Education: Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Biomedical Sciences Endorsement (6-12)
- CTE Health Science Education: Biotechnology (6-12)
References
- Robert Newby, Principal, Lee Senior High School, (919) 776-7541, rnewby.elms@lee.k12.nc.us
- Jackie Ellis, Chief of Schools (Retired), Wake County Public School System, (919) 475-5599, jbellis@wcpss.net
- Dr. Donna Peters, Executive Coach, North Carolina State University, (910) 220-5955, donnapeters3@yahoo.com
- Dr. Bonnie Fusarelli, Director – North Carolina State University Leadership Academies, (919) 631-2026, bonnie_fusarelli@ncsu.edu
Leadership Experience
- NCPAPA Assistant Principal Accelerator, Cohort 3, 08/01/24 - 05/31/25
- Buildership University with Robyn Jackson, 08/01/22 - 05/31/24
- North Carolina Principal Fellow, Class 27
- Cumberland County Aspiring Assistant Principal Academy, 08/01/21 - 05/31/22
- School Improvement Team Chair, 08/01/22 - 05/31/24
- NC State University Principal Leadership Academy, 08/01/20 - 05/31/22
- Westover High School Teacher of the Year, 08/01/20 - 05/31/21
- Beginning Teacher Mentor, 08/01/16 - 05/31/17, 08/01/19 - 05/31/20
- NC HOSA Chair-Elect & Executive Board Member, 08/01/18 - 05/31/20
Timeline
Assistant Principal (Middle School)
Wake County Public School System
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Principal (Middle School)
Lee County Schools
06.2022 - Current
Principal Resident (Elementary School)
Cumberland County Schools
06.2021 - 06.2022
Innovative Partnership Grant School Coach, Alger B. Wilkins High School
Cumberland County Schools
07.2020 - 06.2021
Executive Board Member and Chairperson-Elect
NC HOSA
03.2018 - 07.2020
STEM Curriculum Writer/ Instructor
Southern Regional Area Health Education Center (SRAHEC)
09.2013 - 06.2021
PLTW Biomed Instructor and Interim Director
Westover High School
07.2012 - 06.2020
Doctor of Educational Leadership -
Liberty University
Master of School Administration -
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
TROY University
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