Marina Seal
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Wasena Elementary School, excelling in instructional leadership and curriculum development. Expert in budget management and compliance oversight, fostering strong community partnerships. Adept at data analysis and mentoring staff, driving significant improvements in student outcomes and engagement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Wasena Elementary School, Roanoke City Public Schools
Roanoke, VA
11.2021 - Current
- Lead a Title I school focusing on instructional excellence, inclusive practices, and community engagement.
- Supervise staff performance, professional development, and compliance with endorsement requirements.
- Oversee school budget, purchasing, and financial compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines.
- Manage building operations, safety, facility rentals, and instructional materials.
- Lead school improvement planning and maintain accreditation with the State of Virginia.
- Foster strong communication and partnerships with families and stakeholders.
- Ensure implementation of policies regarding special programs, lunch applications, transportation, and discipline.
- Assistant Principal
- Monterey Elementary School
- July 2019 – November 2021
- Conducted staff observations and evaluations using district tools.
- Developed master schedules and coordinated transportation for seven bus routes.
- Chaired the School-Based Referral Team and served as LEA for special education and 504 meetings.
- Led behavior support, SEL initiatives, and crisis response.
- Served as School Testing Coordinator for benchmarks and SOLs.
- Created monthly newsletters and collaborated with staff to improve instruction.
Administrator
RCPS+ Summer Program
Monterey/Preston Park, VA
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Organized and managed a six-week enrichment program for 300+ students, supervised staff, and coordinated field trips and safety drills.
- Grade Level Team Leader, Grade 8
- James Madison Middle School
- August 2011 – June 2019
- Led weekly team meetings, facilitated parent communication, coordinated SOL testing, and supported student discipline.
- Mathematics Department Chair, Grades 6–8
- James Madison Middle School
- August 2011 – June 2019
- Led math department meetings, analyzed student data, mentored new teachers, and communicated state standards.
Mathematics Teacher, Grades 6–8
James Madison Middle School
10.2010 - 06.2019
- Taught collaborative math classes, coordinated vertical/horizontal planning, and adapted instruction for diverse learners.
Education
Masters of Science - Educational Leadership
Radford University
Radford, VA, USA05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics & International Business
Hollins University
Roanoke, VA, USA05.2010
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Budget management
- Compliance oversight
- Educational policy
Certification
- Collegiate Professional License – Mathematics (Expired June 2022)
- Post Graduate Professional License – Pre K–12 Administration and Supervision (Expired June 2022)
References
Available upon request
Awards
JMMS Teacher of the Year – 2012
Training
- VCTM Conference, Richmond, VA – March 2011
- BRCTM Conference, Salem, VA – October 2016
- BRCTM Conference, Botetourt, VA – October 2017
- ESSDACK Resilience Now Conference (Virtual) – May 2020
- EMU Restorative Justice in Education Conference – June 2020
Timeline
Principal
Wasena Elementary School, Roanoke City Public Schools
11.2021 - Current
Administrator
RCPS+ Summer Program
06.2019 - 08.2019
Mathematics Teacher, Grades 6–8
James Madison Middle School
10.2010 - 06.2019
Masters of Science - Educational Leadership
Radford University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics & International Business
Hollins University
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