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Laura Meka

Watertown,CT

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience in the Town of Watertown, adept in data analysis, fostering positive culture and climate. Proven track record in enhancing teacher performance and student outcomes through effective coaching and robust professional development initiatives. Skilled in budget management and fostering strong parent engagement to create a thriving learning environment.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

Town of Watertown, Board of Education
Watertown, CT
08.2014 - Current
  • Developed and tracked benchmarks in PLCs for measuring success to help teachers maximize teaching potential.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends.
  • Reviewed test scores administered at different grade levels in order to track academic progress over time.
  • Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
  • Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
  • Prepared drafts of course schedules and descriptions to estimate staffing and facility requirements.
  • Evaluated teachers to track professional abilities, and identify strengths and areas of growth.
  • Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
  • Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.

Assistant Principal

Town of Watertown/Board of Education
Watertown, CT
08.2005 - 08.2014
  • Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
  • Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
  • Facilitated PPTs.
  • Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
  • Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
  • Developed and implemented PBIS program.
  • Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
  • Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.

Teacher

City of Waterbury/Board of Education
Waterbury, CT
11.1995 - 06.2005
  • Taught Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2 and Grade 7 (Math)
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.

Education

6th Year in Administration And Supervision - Educational Administration

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT
04-2001

Master of Arts - Teaching

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT
08-1996

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Relations

UCONN
Storrs, CT
05-1990

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Budget management
  • Professional development
  • Teacher evaluation
  • Staff collaboration
  • Parent engagement

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Principal

Town of Watertown, Board of Education
08.2014 - Current

Assistant Principal

Town of Watertown/Board of Education
08.2005 - 08.2014

Teacher

City of Waterbury/Board of Education
11.1995 - 06.2005

6th Year in Administration And Supervision - Educational Administration

Sacred Heart University

Master of Arts - Teaching

Sacred Heart University

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Relations

UCONN

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