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Karen McLaughlin

Scituate,MA

Summary

Accomplished School Principal at the Archdiocese of Boston, adept in curriculum development leadership and fostering community relations. Revolutionized educational standards by integrating technology, securing full accreditation, and enhancing school safety. Proven expertise in strategic organizational leadership and building strong relationships, significantly improving school performance and stakeholder communication.

Professional educator with strong foundation in leadership and curriculum development. Known for fostering collaborative environments and driving academic success. Skilled in strategic planning, staff management, and student engagement. Adaptable and reliable, consistently meeting evolving educational needs.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

School Principal

Archdiocese of Boston
09.1986 - 09.2019
  • Introduced new technology tools for enhancing classroom instruction, streamlining administrative tasks, and improving communication between stakeholders.
  • Implemented rigorous curriculum standards that aligned with state requirements to ensure academic excellence across all grade levels.
  • Oversaw faculty hiring process ensuring highly qualified educators committed to student success were recruited and retained at the school level.
  • Collaborated with district leaders on initiatives aimed at sharing best practices and resources among schools in the region.
  • Revamped safety protocols to create a secure learning environment where students feel protected both physically and emotionally.
  • Optimized resource allocation by analyzing budgetary needs, securing grants, and prioritizing expenditures for maximum impact on student achievement.
  • Established partnerships with local businesses, community organizations, and higher education institutions for mentorship opportunities and college readiness programs.
  • Streamlined enrollment procedures to attract more students while maintaining high-quality educational offerings for current attendees.
  • Led school accreditation process ensuring compliance with national standards ultimately achieving full accreditation status.
  • Improved school performance by implementing innovative leadership strategies and fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness with comprehensive professional development programs and ongoing support.
  • Coordinated successful school events such as fundraisers, open houses, concerts, athletic competitions, award ceremonies to increase visibility in the community.
  • Managed facility improvements projects providing updated classrooms spaces conducive to 21st-century teaching methods.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • 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.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
  • Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
  • Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
  • Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
  • Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
  • Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
  • Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
  • Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Teacher

Archdiocese of Boston
08.1983 - 08.1986
  • 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.

Education

Master of Arts - School Administration

Emmanuel College
Boston, MA
06-1991

Bachelor of Science - Education

Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA
05-1974

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Curriculum Development Leadership
  • Values-Based Leadership
  • Promoting Active Learning
  • School safety
  • Financial Budget Management
  • Skilled in Prioritizing Multiple Responsibilities
  • Strategic Organizational Leadership
  • Strategic leadership
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Student discipline
  • Safety and security procedures
  • Student achievement
  • Employee performance evaluations
  • Curriculum development
  • Education administration
  • Community relations
  • School event coordination
  • Data-driven instruction
  • School community relations

Interests

  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Swimming
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects

Affiliations

  • St. Anthony Parish- Cohasset, MA

Timeline

School Principal

Archdiocese of Boston
09.1986 - 09.2019

Teacher

Archdiocese of Boston
08.1983 - 08.1986

Master of Arts - School Administration

Emmanuel College

Bachelor of Science - Education

Bridgewater State University
Karen McLaughlin