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Malissa Parnell

Bowie,MD

Summary

Enthusiastic Assistant Principal offering eighteen-year history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Talented Assistant Principal offering twenty-eight years of education experience. Resourceful and passionate educator with talent for developing and implementing successful strategies.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Principal

Suitland Elementary School
07.2012 - Current
  • Provide professional leadership and guidance to all grade level teachers and administrative staff in planning, developing and evaluating the established goals of the school for each year
  • Assess staff’s readiness and skill level to determine appropriate staff development
  • When necessary, seek outside resources to assist teachers in delivering quality instructions to the students
  • Resolve staff members and students conflicts, enforcing the Student Code of Conduct
  • Provide feedback and guidance to staff on various ways to improve work performance
  • Serve as chairperson on various teams to improve, analyze and solve complex problems that relates to the overall performance by the students or staff, that would negatively impact the school’s movement towards the goals established by the County and State
  • Conduct meetings with parents and students to resolve any conflicts or issues.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop data-driven instructional strategies, resulting in improved student achievement.
  • Implemented innovative professional development programs for staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Created an inclusive environment by promoting respect for diversity among students and staff members alike.
  • Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Coordinated hiring processes for new faculty members, securing highly qualified candidates committed to student success.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on best practices in classroom management and instruction.
  • Enhanced school climate by implementing positive behavior interventions and supports.
  • Established clear expectations for staff performance, fostering accountability and professional growth opportunities.
  • Collaborated with district leadership on strategic planning initiatives aimed at driving long-term academic success.
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.

Assistant Principal

Barnaby Manor Elementary School
08.2006 - 07.2012
  • Provided professional leadership and guidance to all grade level teachers and administrative staff in planning, developing and evaluating the established goals of the school for each year
  • Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Served as chairperson on various teams to improve, analyze and solve complex problems that relates to the overall performance by the students or staff, that would negatively impact the school’s movement towards the goals established by the County and State
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.

Graduate Workshop Instructor

McDaniel College
07.2001 - 12.2006
  • Evaluated students’ progress by determining students’ understanding and implementation of material presented
  • Conducted various workshops on teacher practices to create motivating classrooms and cooperative learning experiences for students.
  • Streamlined workshop materials for efficient and effective content delivery, resulting in improved participant understanding.
  • Monitored participant progress throughout the workshop series, adapting instructional techniques as needed to optimize results.
  • Established a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere, encouraging open communication and active participation from all attendees.
  • Determined students final grade by assessing class participation, homework, and final portfolio
  • Received an award two consecutive years for receiving the highest course evaluation score.

Principal

Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School
07.2004 - 08.2006
  • Promoted a positive school climate and the maintenance of high expectation of students’ learning and refinement of teachers’ and staff’s skills while coordinating the total instructional program
  • Hired, evaluated and provided professional development to school personnel
  • Served as chief writer in developing the school’s School Improvement Plan
  • Kept staff and the school community updated on policy/procedure changes from the Regional or Superintendent’s Office
  • Submitted reports quarterly to various offices at differing levels across the school system
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Formulated and implemented professional development activities aimed at promoting the growth of employees individually and collectively
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
  • Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.

Private Placement Specialist

Student Services Division
10.1996 - 07.2001
  • Coordinated meetings with families and the City of Alexandria Community and Policy Management Team to encumber funds to finance students’ tuition and other related family services
  • Organized the placement of students with special needs in private day and residential programs and/or service coordination
  • Assisted with the interpretation and implementation of special education mandates from the Virginia State Department of Education School Board at trainings and meetings of special education teachers throughout the public school system
  • For three years, served as a recruiter for the school system.
  • Observed strict procedures to maintain data and plan participant confidentiality.

Education

Doctoral of Education in Organizational Leadership - Effective Schools

Grand Canyon University
12.2023

Master’s Degree in Special Education -

George Washington University
05.1993

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education -

University of The District of Columbia
05.1987

Skills

  • Instructional Leadership
  • Parent Engagement and Communication
  • Student achievement
  • Data-Driven Instruction

Membership

  • National Association of Elementary School Principals
  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
  • National Delta Pi Education Honor Society

Phone

301-218-3794, 240-468-5343

References

Furnished upon request

Timeline

Assistant Principal

Suitland Elementary School
07.2012 - Current

Assistant Principal

Barnaby Manor Elementary School
08.2006 - 07.2012

Principal

Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School
07.2004 - 08.2006

Graduate Workshop Instructor

McDaniel College
07.2001 - 12.2006

Private Placement Specialist

Student Services Division
10.1996 - 07.2001

Doctoral of Education in Organizational Leadership - Effective Schools

Grand Canyon University

Master’s Degree in Special Education -

George Washington University

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education -

University of The District of Columbia

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