Melissa Dorsey
East Wakefield
Summary
To secure a position as an assistant principal where I can apply my enthusiasm, knowledge and experience in educational leadership.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
William Allen Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Music Teacher
Milton Elementary School
08.2004 - Current
- Utilized current technology and interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate 250 students about fundamentals of music.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Experienced Math and ELA interventionist.
- After School Program Coordinator overseeing 100+ students and staff members. Responsibilities included setting up transportation, student registration process, parent communication, direct supervision during the program and budgeting.
Assistant Principal
Milton Elementary School
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Chair of the Student Assistance Team, identifying students to be referred for special education. Developed protocol and flow chart for SAT referral process.
- Chair of the safety committee. Developed a new fire drill and off-site evacuation protocol in partnership with the local police and fire departments.
- Partnered with special education team to address the diverse need of students and their families.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Part of the interview committee. Recruitment of new talent.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Instrumental in helping to build the master schedule.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership/Curriculum And Instruction
Southern New Hampshire University
01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Keene State College
05.2004
Bachelor of Arts - French
Keene State College
05.2004
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- LEA for special education
- Student and parent relations
- Restorative practices
- School facilities and operations
Certification
Principal
Curriculum Administrator
Elementary Education
Music
LEA certified
Timeline
Assistant Principal
William Allen Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal
Milton Elementary School
08.2022 - 08.2023
Music Teacher
Milton Elementary School
08.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Keene State College
Bachelor of Arts - French
Keene State College
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership/Curriculum And Instruction
Southern New Hampshire University
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