Laurence Khan
Fredericksburg,VA
Summary
Seeking a Position as an Instructional Leader Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 13 years of experience as the Instuctional Leader for Westridge elementary school . Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader. Expert in collaboration, mentoring, and growing educators
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Prince William County Public Schools
07.2013 - 06.2023
- Provides administrative financial and instructional leadership within site-based environment for maximum educational nurture of all children assigned in grades K-5 and special education
- Coordinate all services of all personnel connected with school system and am responsible for maintaining building and grounds in such manner that is safe as well as conducive to learning environment of students
- Responsible for coordinating school activities and community use of facilities
- Supervises, evaluates, and provides instructional direction to 70 staff members as to implement total curriculum in relation to students attending this school
- Organizes school to provide for optimum learning environment and experiences for students in both curricular and extracurricular programs
- Assigns duties and responsibilities to assistant principals and other key personnel to maintaining orderly day-to-day operation
- Manages appropriated and non-appropriated funds to ensure accomplishment of school programs, manage school school budget of $7,200,000
- Provides appropriate in-service programs for staff which concentrate on achieving school and School Board goals
- Provides effective public relations and communications within school and community
- Evaluates and supervises staff to maintain a level of competence to ensure fulfillment of education goals
- Coordinates use of central office staff to develop and maintain effective school programs and services
- Establishes and maintains effective school discipline consistent with PWCS Code of Behavior
- Provides extracurricular activities appropriate for all students
- Manages operation and maintenance of building and grounds
- Assumes leadership role in development and implementation of continuous improvement plan and budget in cooperation with school advisory council
- Implements, monitors, and assists in evaluation of division-wide curriculum action plan at local school level
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators.
- Performs responsibilities charged to principal by local School Board.
Assistant Principal
Prince William County Public Schools
07.2010 - 01.2013
- Assists principal in providing administrative and instructional leadership within generally autonomous elementary school building for maximum educational nurture of all students
- Coordination of all personnel connected with school and school system
- Assist in supervising and monitoring student needs and enforcing 'Code of Behavior.'
- Assumes responsibility for administration of school in absence of principal
- Assists in planning and carrying out programs of instruction
- Selects and procures instructional materials
- Assists principal with evaluation of personnel
- Assists with selection and assigning of personnel to ensure best utilization of their experience and skills
- Counsels and confers with students, teachers, parents
- Aids and assists principal with preparation of written reports
- Participates in effective program of school-community interaction
- Assists in planning and implementation of building in-service programs, grade level meetings and faculty meetings
- Coordinates testing program as assigned (Virginia SOL, COGAT, NNAT, WIDA/Access) Assists in curriculum revision and implementation
- Works to maintain discipline as assigned by building principal
- Assists with other duties including maintenance of inventories of all school equipment, schedule development, school bus coordination, supervision of fire drill procedure, preparation of activity calendar, preparation of committee assignments, coordination of work will colleges, coordination of parent/school organization requirements, and many others.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- 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 school.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
- Collaborated with faculty to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, increasing student engagement across subjects.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
Special Education Teacher
Stafford County Public School
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Responsible for developing and implementing IEPs to meet individual needs of students
- Taught in inclusion setting with various groups of children in both fourth and fifth grade and planning of instruction with classroom teachers.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create supportive educational community.
- Promoted positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, maintaining open communication with parents, and addressing individual student needs.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted positive learning environment through use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Alternative Assessment Coach
Stafford County Public Schools; Department of Strategic Planning and Accountability
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Assigned to six elementary school buildings to work with general education, special education, ESOL teachers, and administrators to prepare and complete both VGLA and VAAP portfolios
- Responsibilities included data collection, creation of lesson plans and assessment activities to match grade level strands and bullets, completing of nine-week reviews of all portfolios, as well as pre-scoring of both VAAP and VGLA portfolios from grades 3-8
- Participated as scorer for regional VAAP scoring Event 2010
- Provided and developed professional development based on school needs for understanding and completion of VGLA portfolios, and various other duties.
Fifth Grade Inclusion Teacher
Conway Elementary School
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Responsibilities include planning, mapping, assessing, and implementing Fifth-grade SOL curriculum
- Responsibilities included working with special education teachers, differentiating instruction, to meet the individual needs of students covered by an IEP, as well as developing and completing VGLA portfolios.
- Implemented effective behavior management plans, resulting in fewer disruptions and increased focus on learning tasks.
- Strengthened relationships with parents, students, and colleagues by maintaining open communication channels and participating in school events.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, leading to higher levels of academic achievement.
- Increased student understanding by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques and incorporating diverse learning materials.
- Incorporated project-based learning experiences to promote critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and real-world connections for students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in inclusive education and apply them effectively in the classroom setting.
Classroom Teacher
Dumfries Elementary School
09.1997 - 06.2007
- Classroom teacher grades 5 (8years experience) grades 2 and 3, responsible for teaching, planning, mapping, implementing, and assessing grade level curriculum, differentiating of instruction, to reach a wide varying range of diverse learners
- Inclusion teacher, co-taught with LD/ED, ESOL, Autistic and Title 1 teachers
- Responsibilities also include analysis of data, CMS, and SOL testing
- Grade level chairman, math and science lead teacher, science fair coordinator, mentoring of new teacher, member of discipline committee, faculty advisory committee, and gifted screening committee and have served as administrator of building in absence of building administrators.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
Special Education Teacher
Dumfries Elementary School
09.1996 - 06.1997
- Responsible for developing and implementing IEPs based on student needs
- Participated as part of a multi-disciplinary Child Study Team to determine the eligibility and or needs of the individual students
- Responsibilities also included Woodcock-Johnson testing for triennial reviews
- Responsibilities also included planning, developing, and differentiating instruction for students.
- Provided support for struggling students through targeted one-on-one instruction, improving overall class performance.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Increased student understanding by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication about students'' progress and needs.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Ed Teacher
Juvenile Detention Center
01.1996 - 06.1996
- Responsible for teaching students that were being housed in detention center, implementing, planning, and assessment of students and instruction of grade levels 5 through 12
- Contacting and coordinating with local school divisions, courts, and detention home staff.
- Demonstrated skills to develop, supervise, plan and teach curriculum best suited to young children.
- Incorporated project-based learning experiences to encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
- Developed, supervised, planned and taught developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Special Ed Teacher
Beville Middle School
09.1994 - 01.1996
- Responsible for developing and implementing IEP to meet individual needs of students
- Participated as part of multi-disciplinary Child Study Team
- Responsibilities also included Woodcock-Johnson testing for triennial reviews
- Responsible for design and implementation of behavior management plans, coordinating and working with classroom teacher to allow for main streaming of students into various academic classes
- Responsible for differentiating of instruction, maintaining both self-contained and inclusion ED program.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in education, applying new knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Special Education Teacher
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary Schools
09.1993 - 06.1994
- Participated as part of a multi-disciplinary Child Study Team
- Responsible for writing and implementing IEP's, Woodcock-Johnson testing for triennial reviews
- Taught in inclusion setting with various groups of children in both fifth and sixth grade collaborating with classroom teachers
- Coordinated instruction and .collaborated- with Title 1 and ESOL teachers to meet needs of all students.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Education
Master of Science - Administration And Supervision
University of Scranton
Bachelor of Arts - Child Study/Special Education
St. Joseph's College
Patchogue, NYSkills
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Staff Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Development
- Community Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Strategic leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Leadership
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Performance Improvement
- Classroom Management
Certification
Postgraduate Professional License (Virginia-expires 2033), Administration and Supervision K-12, Specific Learning Disabilities K-12, Emotional Disabilities K-12, Elementary Education K-6
Timeline
Principal
Prince William County Public Schools
07.2013 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher
Stafford County Public School
08.2010 - 06.2011
Assistant Principal
Prince William County Public Schools
07.2010 - 01.2013
Alternative Assessment Coach
Stafford County Public Schools; Department of Strategic Planning and Accountability
08.2009 - 06.2010
Fifth Grade Inclusion Teacher
Conway Elementary School
08.2007 - 06.2009
Classroom Teacher
Dumfries Elementary School
09.1997 - 06.2007
Special Education Teacher
Dumfries Elementary School
09.1996 - 06.1997
Special Ed Teacher
Juvenile Detention Center
01.1996 - 06.1996
Special Ed Teacher
Beville Middle School
09.1994 - 01.1996
Special Education Teacher
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary Schools
09.1993 - 06.1994
Master of Science - Administration And Supervision
University of Scranton
Bachelor of Arts - Child Study/Special Education
St. Joseph's College
Postgraduate Professional License (Virginia-expires 2033), Administration and Supervision K-12, Specific Learning Disabilities K-12, Emotional Disabilities K-12, Elementary Education K-6
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