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Kimberly Elaine Adkins Hughes

Seven Valleys,PA

Summary

Perceptive educator with solid record of accomplishment in attaining and surpassing targets during 27 -year career. Stay on top of trends in education to maintain modern, efficient systems meeting needs of diverse students. Solid relationship-builder with decisive approach to solving operational problems.

Work History

Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Southern York County School District
Glen Rock, PA
07.2013 - Current
  • Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies.
  • Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization and integrate new technology.
  • Strengthened Southern York County School District operations by aligning processes to capitalize on new educational trends.
  • Optimized student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.
  • Devised strategies to reduce expenses, modernize operations and revamp procedures to improve institution operations.
  • Kept institution financially sound by tracking expenses and maintaining detailed records.
  • Consulted with government regulatory and licensing agencies to verify institutional conformance with applicable standards.
  • Assisted faculty and staff in duties such as teaching classes, conducting orientation programs and issuing transcripts.

Principal- Digital Academy

Southern York County School District
Glen Rock, PA
06.2020 - 07.2021
  • Analyzed work to generate logic for new systems, procedures and tests.
  • Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
  • Assisted in planning of Lincoln Learning and Edgenuity software and system testing efforts.
  • Designed and implemented scalable applications for data extraction and analysis.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
  • Coordinated yearly operations and staff budget, tracked expenses and documented actions.
  • Managed all details regarding student discipline.
  • Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
  • Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
  • Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
  • Supported hiring, training and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
  • Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students and teachers.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
  • Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
  • Researched and wrote proposals for educational grants.

Assistant Principal(13-16) /Principal (15-16)

Southern York County School District
Glen Rock, PA
07.2010 - 07.2016
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
  • Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional teams collaboration in development and support of student activities, programs and lessons.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
  • Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
  • Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
  • Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.

Instructional Facilitator

Harford County Public Schools
Bel Air , Maryland
07.2002 - 07.2010
  • Collected data on program efficacy through data analysis and implemented solutions for improvement.
  • Planned and facilitated workshops in accordance with Content curricula, employing varied methods to maximize teacher performance.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
  • Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
  • Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
  • Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
  • Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content and tools to facilitate training.
  • Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
  • Designed, implemented and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.

Assistant Principal

Harford County Public Schools
Bel Air, Maryland
07.2001 - 07.2006
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
  • Supported hiring, training and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
  • Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
  • Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
  • Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.

Teacher

Baltimore County Public Schools
Towson, Maryland
10.1995 - 06.2002
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
  • Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
  • Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.

Education

Doctorate of Education - Innovation And Leadership

Wilmington University
Newark, DE
01.2013

Master of Arts - Administrative Leadership

College of Notre Dame of Maryland
Towson, MD
05.2001

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-8

Salisbury State Univeristy
Salisbury, MD
05.1995

Skills

  • Planning and Coordination
  • Written Communication
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Active Listening
  • Problem-Solving
  • Excellent Communication
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Training and Development
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • G-Suite
  • Self-Motivated
  • Team Leadership
  • Presentations
  • Relationship building, networking and management
  • Performance improvements
  • Student Achievement
  • Standards of Excellence
  • Standardized Testing
  • Instructional Leadership
  • Group Facilitation and Presentations
  • Educational Staff Supervision
  • Common Core Learning Standards
  • Academic Administration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Goal planning
  • Student and parent relations
  • Multitasking ability
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Grant writing
  • Community relations and engagement
  • Staff Development
  • Staff Management

Timeline

Principal- Digital Academy

Southern York County School District
06.2020 - 07.2021

Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Southern York County School District
07.2013 - Current

Assistant Principal(13-16) /Principal (15-16)

Southern York County School District
07.2010 - 07.2016

Instructional Facilitator

Harford County Public Schools
07.2002 - 07.2010

Assistant Principal

Harford County Public Schools
07.2001 - 07.2006

Teacher

Baltimore County Public Schools
10.1995 - 06.2002

Doctorate of Education - Innovation And Leadership

Wilmington University

Master of Arts - Administrative Leadership

College of Notre Dame of Maryland

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-8

Salisbury State Univeristy

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