LOLA SALAMAH
Winston Salem,NC
Summary
Organizational leader and educational administrator in school leadership. Resourceful and passionate educator with ability to develop and implement successful performance-enhancing strategies. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution, staff management and growing teachers. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Intern, Mount Tabor High School
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Developed effective improvement plans, EVAAS data and action steps during MTSS, SEL and SIT team meetings to enhance strategic leadership. These efforts assisted in upholding vision and mission in school and aligned with school's goals.
- Facilitated and attended professional development opportunities for staff to enhance their skills and stay current with educational trends.
- Through cultural leadership, facilitated and attended diversity initiatives within school community to foster understanding, empathy, and inclusion among students from various backgrounds.
- Assisted in managing budget allocations, Title One funds and local budgets ensuring efficient use of resources for optimal student outcomes.
- Facilitated conflict resolution processes among students, fostering safe and inclusive environments conducive to learning while maintaining communication with families of students using PowerSchool, educators handbook, and code of conduct.
- Assisted in evaluating staff, conducted weekly instructional walkthroughs and peer observations, and provided coaching to teachers to address inefficiencies and work towards continual improvement.
- Assisted in development of data-driven instruction methods to track student progress and improve performance through Getting Better Faster, leverage Leadership and Driven by Data.
Second Grade Teacher
WINSTON SALEM FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS
01.2017 - 06.2023
- Created and presented lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth within PLC and staff.
- Served as unofficial mentor teacher for new educators, offering guidance and support throughout their beginning years of teaching.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Maintained student data folders to progress monitor, determine growth, and completion of work.
- Participant in Teacher Academy and partnered and founded International Teacher Support Committee.
President
ALMY, LLC
06.2012 - 11.2018
- Self-employed, family business, local convenience store.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Implemented robust financial controls to increase transparency, reduce risk, and optimize resource allocation.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
Substitute Teacher
WINSTON SALEM FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
English Teacher
Mansoura Language School, Egypt
06.2011 - 08.2012
- English as a second language teacher for elementary aged children in Level 1.
- Coursework planning, goal planning, reading level, comprehension, accent reduction, grammar, writing, reading, speaking and listening skills.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
Technology Account Manager
Niagara Bottling
02.2006 - 10.2010
- Responsible for all procurement and product receiving.
- Maintained all vendor relationships, and contract management, Managed company cell phone account and credit card accounts.
- Managed basic support desk through seven plant locations across the USA.
- Calculated and reduced costs on purchases for equipment and services.
- Work closely with CIO to input, support, and manage projects.
- Negotiated contract terms with clients, securing favorable agreements for both parties.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase client retention.
Education
Master's, Leadership Academy - Educational Administration
High Point University
High Point05.2024
Master's in Teaching, MAT -
NC State University
Raleigh, NC05.2018
BA in Sociology -
California State University
Fullerton, CA05.2011
Skills
- Bilingual (Arabic)
- Organized
- Effective Communicator
- Critical Thinker
- Supportive
- Growth Mindset
- Instructional Leadership
- Staff Development
Certification
Administrator's License (in process)
1218197, Teacher License
Timeline
Principal Intern, Mount Tabor High School
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
07.2023 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
WINSTON SALEM FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS
01.2017 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
WINSTON SALEM FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS
01.2016 - 01.2017
President
ALMY, LLC
06.2012 - 11.2018
English Teacher
Mansoura Language School, Egypt
06.2011 - 08.2012
Technology Account Manager
Niagara Bottling
02.2006 - 10.2010
Master's, Leadership Academy - Educational Administration
High Point University
Master's in Teaching, MAT -
NC State University
BA in Sociology -
California State University