Kelly Saia
Burlington
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at West Deptford Township High School, excelling in curriculum development and staff mentorship. Proven expertise in PowerSchool master scheduling and differentiated instruction strategies, driving significant improvements in student outcomes. Adept at managing school budgets and fostering collaborative environments for professional growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal for Curriculum & Instruction
West deptford Township high school
West Deptford
01.2007 - Current
- Supervise and evaluate approximately 80 faculty and staff in all content area disciplines.
- Annually draft the high school curriculum guide, approving/deleting courses, meet with district personnel and Board of Education members to discuss new courses and educational impact. Recently developed a 3-5 year plan to incorporate a STEM track.
- Incorporate all new courses in our student database and scheduling system, PowerSchool, and build the master schedule each summer.
- Serve as the School Testing Coordinator for NJGPA, PSAT, AP Testing, Portfolio Appeals (former experience with HSPA, AHSA, NJBCT, Algebra I EOC, and PARCC/NJSLA state exams); design the bell schedule, assign teachers as test proctors, ensure test security, train staff annually, and educate the students and parents on all the requirements associated with testing.
- Budget and balance high school funds to coincide with needs assessment each year.
- Manage parent/teacher meetings regarding curriculum issues and 504 annual reviews.
- Collaborate with both Rowan College of Gloucester County and Camden County College to expand our High School Options Programs (HSOP).
- Facilitate the HS ScIP team to oversee the mentorship of novice teachers and to create a school-wide professional development plan.
- Serve as the Graduation Committee Chair, coordinating all local scholarships and programs associated with our high school commencement ceremony.
- Serve as a co-chair for the District Equity Council (2020-2021 to present).
- Led professional development in the district’s evaluation tool – McREL – for all HS staff members.
- Designed and facilitated professional development breakout sessions in SGO development, Power Walkthrough data analysis, and implementation of Differentiated Instruction and technology integration.
- Initiated the development of common midterm and final exam assessments in all high school disciplines.
- Assisted in development and management of changes to the Code of Student Conduct; served as disciplinarian for freshman class (2008-10) and senior class (2012-2015).
- Designed and annually re-evaluate Building Emergency Procedures and Security Drills.
- Acting Principal, 2022-2023 school year
K-12 Supervisor of Humanities
pennsville school district
Pennsville
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Compiled evaluations of program impact for humanities curricula focusing on needs assessments for social studies, language arts literacy, and world languages to address K-12 deficiencies.
- Served as School Testing Coordinator for GEPA, training middle school staff on testing protocols.
- Assisted Principal and Guidance Director in development of high school master schedule.
- Co-chaired Grading/Assessment Policy and Evaluation/Observation Committees at district level.
- Mentored elementary teacher in K-12 Site Supervisor role for Master’s in Reading program.
Abbott Whole School Reform Facilitator
HELEN A. FORT MIDDLE SCHOOL
Pemberton
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Designed and implemented middle school restructuring plan in alignment with NJ Department of Education recommendations.
- Scheduled school walkthroughs for NJ Department of Education CAPA team.
- Executed professional development opportunities and in-service days for staff.
- Collaborated with Coalition of Essential Schools to enhance teaching practices in PBL and peer coaching.
- Partnered with Burlington County Inclusion Project to train staff on co-teaching models and strategies.
- Trained and chaired multidisciplinary I&RS team to address student needs.
- Chaired School Leadership Council, restructuring it according to NJ Department of Education CAPA team feedback.
- Initiated quarterly benchmark assessments for Language Arts Literacy across middle and high school students.
Education
Masters - Educational Leadership
The college of new jersey
ewing, nj08.2006
Bachelor of Arts Degree - English Teaching
The college of new jersey
ewing, nj12.2000
Skills
- PowerSchool master scheduling
- Implementation of 504 plans
- McREL teacher evaluation
- Graduation requirements management
- Achieve NJ program
- Differentiated instruction strategies
- NJSLS curriculum updates
- Staff development initiatives
- NJSLA testing security protocols
- School budget management
Certification
- Principal Standard Certification, 09/01/09
- Supervisor Standard Certification, 08/01/06
- Teacher of English Standard Certification, 04/01/02
- Elementary School Teacher CEAS, 06/01/01
Timeline
Assistant Principal for Curriculum & Instruction
West deptford Township high school
01.2007 - Current
K-12 Supervisor of Humanities
pennsville school district
01.2006 - 01.2007
Abbott Whole School Reform Facilitator
HELEN A. FORT MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2005 - 01.2006
Masters - Educational Leadership
The college of new jersey
Bachelor of Arts Degree - English Teaching
The college of new jersey