Michele Eller
Sylacauga,AL
Summary
Focused education professional with experience as an innovative and effective leader in school improvement, leadership development, and community relations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Sylacauga City Schools
06.2021 - Current
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning for 280 employees and 2100 students.
- Established and implemented district-wide policies followed by staff and students.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Assistant Superintendent/Chief Academic Officer
Chickasaw City Schools
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Worked collaboratively with consultants and strategic partners to align goals.
- Set ambitious goals and led change process with specific and measurable outcomes to strengthen overall academic program.
- Refined and implemented instruction and curriculum vision and mission.
- Assessed organizational structure quality and impact related to curriculum and instruction, researching best practices and providing actionable feedback to increase faculty and student outcomes.
- Led instructional program by overseeing curriculum, assessment, instructional quality and data use.
- Reviewed and updated academic frameworks based on goals and student needs.
- Drove continuous improvement related to use of new teaching tools, training methods and improvement of online doctoral education instruction.
- Researched, published and presented current topics of study at national and international meetings.
Director of Teaching and Learning
Eufaula City Schools
12.2015 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Monitored and assessed results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Administrative Assistant/Instructional Consultant
Wetumpka High School
06.2015 - 11.2015
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
Instructional Coach
Elmore County Public Schools
06.2013 - 05.2015
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Developed staff members' attitudes, skills and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students.
- Maintained confidentiality while recording and keeping detailed track of student performances.
- Met diverse student population needs by planning and implementing lessons with wide variety of teaching strategies.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilizing variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
English Teacher
Elmore County High School
07.2003 - 05.2013
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
Auburn University
Auburn, AL06.2020
Master of Science - Reading Education
Auburn University Montgomery
Montgomery12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary and Middle School Language Arts
Auburn University Montgomery
Montgomery11.1998
Skills
- School Improvement
- Community Partnerships
- Educational Leadership
- Organizational Effectiveness
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- School Community Relations
- Leadership and Vision
- School Administration
Affiliations
- Alabama Superintendent’s Association
- Alabama Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development Board Member
- Council of Leaders in Alabama Schools
- Alabama Career Technical Association (former Executive Board Member)
- Sylacauga Alliance for Family Enhancement Board Member
- Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce Board Member
Timeline
Superintendent
Sylacauga City Schools
06.2021 - Current
Assistant Superintendent/Chief Academic Officer
Chickasaw City Schools
07.2019 - 06.2021
Director of Teaching and Learning
Eufaula City Schools
12.2015 - 06.2019
Administrative Assistant/Instructional Consultant
Wetumpka High School
06.2015 - 11.2015
Instructional Coach
Elmore County Public Schools
06.2013 - 05.2015
English Teacher
Elmore County High School
07.2003 - 05.2013
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
Auburn University
Master of Science - Reading Education
Auburn University Montgomery
Bachelor of Science - Elementary and Middle School Language Arts
Auburn University Montgomery
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