Kathryn L. Veber
Wesley Chapel,FL
Summary
Experienced education leader with strong focus on fostering collaborative environments and driving student success. Skilled in curriculum development, staff mentoring, and conflict resolution. Known for adaptability, reliability, and commitment to meeting evolving needs of both students and faculty. Equipped to make significant impact through effective team management and strategic planning.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Chester W. Taylor Elementary School
Zephyrhills, FL
06.2025 - Current
- Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance student engagement and academic performance
- Implemented school-wide discipline policies, fostering a positive learning environment
- Collaborated with teachers to refine instructional practices and improve student outcomes
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on classroom management and teaching strategies
- Facilitated professional development workshops focusing on best practices in education technology integration
- Analyzed student performance data to inform decision-making and drive academic improvements
- Coordinated parent-teacher meetings to enhance communication and community involvement in school activities
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies
- Created structures and systems to move Chester Taylor from the lowest performing school in the state with an 'F' grade out of state status and supervision in one school year
Assistant Principal
CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL, DADE CITY
DADE CITY
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance student engagement and academic performance
- Implemented school-wide discipline policies, fostering a positive learning environment
- Collaborated with teachers to refine instructional practices and improve student outcomes
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on classroom management and teaching strategies
- Analyzed student performance data to inform decision-making and drive academic improvements
- Developed strategic plans for resource allocation, optimizing budget management for educational programs
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment
- Created systems and structures to help move Centennial from state oversight and supervision from a 'D' grade to a high 'C'
Assistant Principal
BAYONET POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL, NEW PORT RICHEY
NEW PORT RICHEY
07.2010 - 05.2024
- Responsible for implementation and monitoring of instructional programs for all students in a safe learning environment
- Involved in the implementation of the first STEM Magnet LATIC middle school in Pasco County
- Responsible for supervision and evaluation of both instructional and non-instructional staff members in addition to creating Master Schedule for students and teachers
- Collaborate with all stakeholders to develop school Success Plan, analyze data for student achievement, and make instructional decisions based on data-analysis
- Create meeting structures/schedule/support for new teachers and assign mentors
- Create and nurture supportive partnerships with parents to ensure student success
- Responsible for coordination of district and state testing for all students, and training teachers
- Active participant in all school-based committees and meetings, including Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
Exceptional Student Education Support Facilitator/Learning Lab Coordinator
CHASCO MIDDLE SCHOOL, PORT RICHEY
PORT RICHEY
08.2006 - 07.2010
- Responsible for planning and the implementation of lesson plans and accommodation for students with disabilities
- Responsible for maintaining accurate and current Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and communicating with parents about student progress
- As Learning Lab Coordinator, provided a learning environment where all students received additional support and assistance in all core subjects (received grants to purchase supplies and furniture, and analyzed school-wide data to strategically plan available services)
Teacher of Intermediate Self-Contained SLD
DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, NEW PORT RICHEY
NEW PORT RICHEY
08.2005 - 07.2006
- Responsible for planning and the implementation of lesson plans and accommodation for students with disabilities
- Responsible for maintaining accurate and current Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and communicating with parents about student progress
- Collaborated with all staff members about individual student needs
Exceptional Student Education Teacher/Speech Language Pathologist
CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, NEW PORT RICHEY
NEW PORT RICHEY
08.1995 - 01.2005
- Responsible for planning and the implementation of lesson plans for basic education students and students with learning disabilities (including Speech and Language disabilities)
- Responsible for maintaining accurate and current Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and communicating with parents about student progress
- Collaborated with all staff members about individual student needs
- Worked with students in small push in and pull-out groups to provide speech and language therapy to meet individual student speech and language goals
Education
Master of Education Degree - Educational Leadership
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
Tampa, FL08-2008
Master of Arts Degree - Exceptional Student Education
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
Tampa, FL12-2003
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communication Sciences and Disorders
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
Tampa, FL12-1993
Skills
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Outlook
- Assessment/Testing Coordinator 2021-2023
- AVID trained (first year)
- Kagan trained
- Organized, problem-solver
- Effective communicator and relationship builder
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Chester W. Taylor Elementary School
06.2025 - Current
Assistant Principal
CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL, DADE CITY
05.2024 - 06.2025
Assistant Principal
BAYONET POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL, NEW PORT RICHEY
07.2010 - 05.2024
Exceptional Student Education Support Facilitator/Learning Lab Coordinator
CHASCO MIDDLE SCHOOL, PORT RICHEY
08.2006 - 07.2010
Teacher of Intermediate Self-Contained SLD
DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, NEW PORT RICHEY
08.2005 - 07.2006
Exceptional Student Education Teacher/Speech Language Pathologist
CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, NEW PORT RICHEY
08.1995 - 01.2005
Master of Education Degree - Educational Leadership
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
Master of Arts Degree - Exceptional Student Education
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communication Sciences and Disorders
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA