Mercedes Thomas
Mt. Pleasant,N.C.
Summary
I am excited to apply for the Assistant Principal position with your district. With the experience, knowledge, education, and skills I have obtained over the years, I am confident I will be an asset to your school. I have excellent communication skills and can communicate complex ideas effectively in both oral and written formats. My outstanding skills are in parent communication, conflict resolution, and staff management. I am known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as an advocate leader. With my personality, I can motivate others to reach their fullest potential and establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, parents, students, and the public.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
EC Teacher
A.T. Allen Elementary
01.2016 - Current
- Developed and adjusted curriculum to accommodate individual needs
- Maintained effective classroom management and addressed learning and behavior issues
- Developed appropriate materials and differentiated instruction
- Communicated and maintained positive and constructive communication with students, staff, parents, and community
- Upheld and enforced board policy, district goals, administrative procedures, and school rules and regulations with myself and my T
- A’s
Direct Support Professional
In Reach
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Assisted with information gathering for personal, measurable outcomes
- Assisted in the development and implementation of all Support Plans
- Maintained open communication with supervisor and parents to ensure quality support.
General & EC Teacher Assistant
Cabarrus County Schools
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Reported and documented daily logs, accident reports, and outcome data sheets
- Assisted with monitoring classroom management
- Certified in Direct Instructional and Writers' Workshop
- Provided Positive Daily intervention with students with special needs
- Maintained positive communication with school-wide faculty members
- Maintained confidentiality with student records and IEPs
- Provided Daily intervention with students with special needs
- Implemented existing behavior plans in the classroom.
4-Year-Old Lead Teacher
Tender Loving Center
01.1998 - 01.2007
- Established a learning environment to enhance children’s development
- Built and maintained a cheerful home-to-school relationship
- Developed and adjusted curriculum to accommodate individual needs
- Assisted children with social, emotional, and developmental domains
- Planned and instructed themes using a wide variety of teaching aids.
Education
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership -
American College of Education
01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - UNCC Child & Family Dev. Birth-K License
UNCC
01.2016
Associate in Applied Science -
Stanly Community College
01.2007
Early Childhood Credentials I & II -
Stanly Community College
01.2001
Diploma -
Mt. Pleasant High School
01.1995
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Curriculum Development/Student Achievement
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Instructional Leadership
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Discipline Management/Behavioral Intervention
- Critical Thinking and Judgment
- Verbal and written communication
- School Security and Safety Procedures
- IEP Development/Special Education
- Positive Learning Environment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Community Engagement/Team Collaboration
Certification
- Exceptional Children: Adapted Curriculum Certification (K-12)
- General Curriculum Certification (K-12)
- Exceptional Children: English as a Second Language Certifications (K-12)
Timeline
EC Teacher
A.T. Allen Elementary
01.2016 - Current
Direct Support Professional
In Reach
01.2014 - 01.2016
General & EC Teacher Assistant
Cabarrus County Schools
01.2006 - 01.2014
4-Year-Old Lead Teacher
Tender Loving Center
01.1998 - 01.2007
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership -
American College of Education
Bachelor of Arts - UNCC Child & Family Dev. Birth-K License
UNCC
Associate in Applied Science -
Stanly Community College
Early Childhood Credentials I & II -
Stanly Community College
Diploma -
Mt. Pleasant High School
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