LOLITA RICHARDS
Forest Park High School | Clayton County Public Schools
McDonough,GA
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Transformational educational leader with over 28 years of K–12 experience, including more than 10 years in school leadership and instructional administration. Improved student achievement, strengthened school culture, and developed high-performing teams. Skilled in strategic planning, data analysis, and fostering equitable opportunities for student success through collaboration with faculty, students, families, and community stakeholders.
Work History
Assistant Principal / 9th Grade Academy Administrator
4 Years 7 Months- Serve as 9th Grade Academy Administrator, providing instructional and operational leadership focused on scholar success.
- Document leadership achievements in education
- Served as 9th Grade Academy Administrator, providing instructional and operational leadership that enhanced scholar success.
- Reduced discipline incidents by 50% through restorative practices, proactive intervention strategies, and consistent implementation of schoolwide expectations.
- Increased enrollment in Honors and Advanced Placement courses by expanding equitable access to rigorous academic opportunities.
- Improved school climate and culture by implementing monthly scholar and staff appreciation initiatives that increased morale, engagement, and positive relationships.
- Facilitate professional learning, instructional coaching, and data meetings focused on continuous improvement.
- Improved school climate and culture through monthly scholar and staff appreciation initiatives, boosting morale, engagement, and fostering positive relationships.
- Manage master scheduling processes for the school for a comprehensive high school while ensuring balanced staffing and student placement.
- Oversee staff in CTAE, Science, Social Studies, Counseling, and Secretarial roles, and numerous schoolwide initiatives.
- Lead ACCESS and EOPA testing programs while maintaining compliance with district and state expectations.
- Coordinate Title I initiatives and monitor schoolwide accountability measures.
- Provide executive leadership for instructional programs, school operations, personnel supervision, and student achievement initiatives within a comprehensive high school.
Head Counselor
4 Years- Directed comprehensive counseling services for a large high school.
- Oversaw counseling initiatives that promoted academic, career, and social-emotional growth among students.
- Created intervention programs that boosted student achievement and fostered positive school climate.
- Collaborated with instructional leaders to analyze achievement data and implement improvement strategies.
- Coordinated PSAT, SAT, and other district assessments.
- Aided in master scheduling and administrative operations to enhance organizational efficiency.
Assistant Principal Intern
1 Year- Facilitated teacher evaluations, provided instructional leadership, managed discipline, coordinated hiring, and advanced school improvement initiatives.
- Contributed to strategies that improved retention and enhanced instructional effectiveness.
- Supported development and implementation of curriculum initiatives to enhance student engagement.
- Coordinated professional development workshops for faculty to improve instructional strategies and classroom management.
- Monitored student performance data to identify areas for academic improvement and intervention strategies.
Graduation Coach
4 Years- Increased graduation rate by 10% through targeted interventions for at-risk students.
- Created systems to monitor student progress and enhance family engagement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed individualized graduation plans to support student success and retention.
- Facilitated workshops on college readiness and career exploration for students and parents.
- Collaborated with educators to identify at-risk students and implement intervention strategies.
Mathematics Teacher & Department Chair
10 Years- Developed curriculum and coordinated departmental instructional initiatives to enhance student learning.
- Mentored teachers to elevate mathematics achievement through implementation of standards-based instruction.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student participation and achievement.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
Education
Ed.S. - Educational Leadership
M.Ed. - School Counseling
B.A. - Mathematics Education
Skills
Instructional Leadership
School Improvement Planning
Strategic Leadership
Curriculum & Assessment
Master scheduling
Master Scheduling
MTSS & RTI
Learning communities
Restorative Practices
Restorative justice
Title I Leadership
Budget & Resource Management
Community engagement
Instructional Supervision
Change leadership
Staff development
Restorative practices
Certification
- Educational Leadership Tier II (Level 6)
- School Counseling (P–12)
- Mathematics (6–12)
- Teacher Support Specialist
- TKES/LKES Credentialed Evaluator
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant Principal / 9th Grade Academy Administrator
Forest Park High School | Clayton County Public Schools
01.2022 - CurrentRead More
Assistant Principal Intern
Avondale High School
01.2009 - 01.2010Read More
Head Counselor
DeKalb County School District
01.2008 - 01.2012Read More
Graduation Coach
McNair High School
01.2006 - 01.2010Read More
Mathematics Teacher & Department Chair
Forest Park High School
01.1996 - 01.2006Read More
Clark Atlanta University
B.A. from Mathematics Education
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Clark Atlanta University
M.Ed. from School Counseling
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Cambridge College
Ed.S. from Educational Leadership
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EXECUTIVE HIGHLIGHTS
- Reduced ninth-grade discipline referrals by 50% through restorative practices, positive behavior supports, and proactive student interventions.
- Reduced ninth-grade retention by 50% through strategic academic monitoring and targeted intervention systems.
- Increased student enrollment in Honors and Advanced Placement courses by expanding access to rigorous academic opportunities.
- Led instructional initiatives resulting in more than 90% of scholars earning Proficient or Distinguished on Georgia State Assessments.
- Improved school climate and culture by implementing monthly recognition programs for scholars and staff.
- Supervise multiple academic departments while managing schoolwide instructional initiatives.
- Lead Title I compliance, ACCESS Testing, EOPA Testing, TKES implementation, and schoolwide accountability systems.
- Expert in master scheduling, school operations, instructional coaching, and data-driven decision making.
PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP
- Title I Administrator
- Master Scheduler
- ACCESS Coordinator
- EOPA Coordinator
- TKES Facilitator
- CTAE Supervisor
- Social Studies Supervisor
- Science Supervisor
- Counselor Supervisor
- Secretary Supervisor
- Special Events Coordinator
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Instructional Coaching
- Equity in Education
- Restorative Practices
- Curriculum Leadership
- School Culture
- Professional Learning Communities
- SEL Leadership
- Data-Driven Instruction
HONORS
District Top Algebra Teacher, Who's Who Among High School Teachers, District Mathematics Curriculum Contributor