Madison Newman
Chehalis,WA
Summary
Relationship-driven Dean of Students focused on maximizing student learning by developing positive student culture and structured, supportive environments. Excellent disciplinarian with compassionate, analytical approach to addressing and solving behavior issues. Skilled in overseeing daily activities and planning special events.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th Grade Science and Math Teacher
Centralia Middle School
08.2020 - Current
- Instructed students using a variety of classroom methods and adapted methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities, and Individualized Educational Plans.
- Devised and used formative and summative assessments and maintained accurate and complete records as required by laws, policies, and regulations.
- Developed and implemented group and individual lesson plans for students per established science curriculum.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents, and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth.
- Utilized innovative teaching techniques such as flipped classrooms and project-based learning to foster student engagement and critical thinking skills.
- Served as a mentor teacher for new educators, providing guidance and support to help them navigate their first years successfully.
Principal Intern
Centralia Middle School
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Frequently contacted students, families, and staff via phone calls, email, and Blackboard messenger.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote safe and productive learning environments.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline, and class attendance.
- Maintained records for school, district, state, and federal requirements.
- Worked with teachers to evaluate policies and enact improvements.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote teaching staff and administrative personnel's positive interaction with students and families.
- Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Assisted in development of data-driven instruction methods to track student progress and improve performance.
- Improved communication between students, parents, and school administration through regular updates and meetings.
Education
Master's of Education - Educational Leadership
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA03.2024
Bachelor's of Arts in Education - Chemistry And Biology Secondary Education
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA03.2019
Skills
- Student Development
- Parental Communication
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Behavioral Management
- Academic Intervention
- Multicultural Competence
- Team Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Professionalism
- Time Management
- Faculty Development
Accomplishments
- Served on School Improvement Leadership Team (SILT) since September 2020.
- Facilitated the Centralia Middle School Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) team March 2021 - June 2022.
- Filled in for Vice Principal while she was out on maternity leave for the last 8 weeks of school of the 2022-23 school year.
- Headed the Climate and Culture Committee for the 2022-23 school year.
- Completed Principal's Internship March 2024.
Certification
- Washington State Principal's Certificate - March 2024
- Middle -Level Mathematics - August 2023
- Chemistry/Biology Secondary Education - March 2019
Timeline
Principal Intern
Centralia Middle School
03.2023 - 03.2024
7th Grade Science and Math Teacher
Centralia Middle School
08.2020 - Current
Master's of Education - Educational Leadership
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor's of Arts in Education - Chemistry And Biology Secondary Education
Western Washington University