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Melissa McCormick, M.Ed

Summary

Accomplished Support Services Director at Nevada State High School with five (5) years experience in the charter school system. Adept in strategic charter school planning and fostering community partnerships. Demonstrated expertise in achieving state and federal compliance, enhancing school leadership, and spearheading curriculum development. Proven track record in boosting brand awareness and securing key community relationships, underpinning significant educational initiatives and compliance achievements.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Support Services Director

Nevada State High School
02.2022 - Current
  • Serving on the Executive Leadership Team for nine (9) school campuses and reporting directly to the CEO
  • Managing school policies and plans for annual reviews including, but not limited to: SPED, ELL, Health, Homeless, progress of schools and overall network, goals, safety, firearms and discipline, testing, attendance, harassment, bullying, parent involvement, and student handbook
  • Reporting on annual and special projects/reports for SPCSA & NDE within Epicenter and monitoring submissions in Bighorn and school accountability systems.
  • Drafting, implementing and monitoring School Performance Plans.
  • Identifying and pursuing state and federal funding, Overseeing all aspects of compliance, programming, and financial planning; Developing and submitting grant proposals, Reviewing all grant agreements; Documenting the communication of all deliverables, deadlines and responsibilities to applicable organizations.
  • Developing school curriculum; Updating academic forms; Managing new student registration; Auditing registration processes; Finalizing the annual academic calendar; Securing academic event facilities and contractors.

Director of Site Administration

Nevada State High School
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Identifying & overseeing special programs: 504, IEP, ELL, homeless, and FRL; supervising testing; meeting state NSPF requirements; student performance tracking
  • Implementing crisis and emergency plans; overseeing: safety drills, site inventory, ordering, facilities maintenance, medication, and asbestos management
  • Ensuring site security: securing building, proper sales/deposits and purchase processes, maintaining secure and accurate student records and files.
  • Monitoring site calendar; school and student activities supervision; student discipline; staff time off and time logs; supervision/observation of: site staff, instruction, and consultants; monitoring grades and attendance monthly.


Educational Advising Coordinator

Nevada State High School
01.2020 - 02.2021
  • Supporting/identifying and/or implementing the Network and Site Administration with 504, IEP, Homeless & ELL, and state required plans, testing and proctoring responsibilities, school improvement plans, goals reporting, and student & survey data reporting
  • Conducting individual meetings with students/parents; developing make-up plans with students and parents for absences or missed deadlines; monitoring scorecard progress; monitoring grade progress
  • Tracking and attendance; Monitoring student progress; reviewing academic plans and parent performance reviews; tracking college credits

Marketing and Engagement Coordinator

Nevada State High School
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Serving on the Executive Leadership Team as interim director
  • Built and maintained relationships with community organizations; developed comprehensive marketing plans in alignment with overall business goals and objectives.
  • Oversaw the creation of compelling marketing materials, including brochures, presentations, and social media content.
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.

Education

Masters of Education - Higher Education

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Towson University
Baltimore, MD
05.2015

Skills

  • Strategic Charter School Planning
  • Charter School Program Development
  • State and Federal Compliance
  • School Leadership
  • Developing curriculum and implementing school initiatives
  • Fostering community partnerships
  • Mentorship and servant leadership

Timeline

Support Services Director

Nevada State High School
02.2022 - Current

Director of Site Administration

Nevada State High School
02.2021 - 02.2022

Marketing and Engagement Coordinator

Nevada State High School
07.2020 - 01.2021

Educational Advising Coordinator

Nevada State High School
01.2020 - 02.2021

Masters of Education - Higher Education

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Towson University
Melissa McCormick, M.Ed