Michele Taylor
Gig Harbor,WA
Summary
Adept at identifying student, staff and program needs; aligning instruction with desired student outcomes; fostering positive, inclusive environment. Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams. Seasoned Teacher, Counselor, Administrator offering 30+ years of experience in educational leadership positions. Focused on building capacity in staff and students. Desire a position in a progressive educational environment that requires and will utilize a broad array of skills and competencies.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Administrator
Fresno Unified School District
08.2003 - 06.2017
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Implemented policies and procedures that promoted a safe, inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to develop curriculum strategies for improved student outcomes.
- Established partnerships with community organizations and businesses to create internship and externship opportunities for students.
- Championed a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, fostering strong relationships among faculty, staff, students, and families.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Served as a liaison between administration, parents, and teachers to address concerns, resolve conflicts, and foster positive relationships within the school community.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly through classroom observations, feedback sessions, goal-setting discussions to drive professional growth among educators.
- Implemented student retention initiatives by identifying at-risk students, providing targeted resources, and creating action plans for academic progress.
- Established and updated objectives and tools for overall program and each department to enhance operations.
High School Principal
Denair Unified School District
07.2000 - 06.2002
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Led the successful accreditation process, ensuring high-quality education standards were maintained.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Developed comprehensive safety protocols to ensure a secure learning environment for all students and staff members.
- Established strong relationships with community organizations to enhance student learning opportunities outside the classroom.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices to inform instructional strategies and improve student outcomes.
- Verified adherence to state, federal and private funding source requirements across programs and outcomes.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement in instruction quality.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Alternative High School Principal
Los Banos Unified School District
07.1986 - 06.2000
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Developed comprehensive safety protocols to ensure a secure learning environment for all students and staff members.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Coordinated college and career readiness initiatives, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue their post-secondary goals.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Fostered partnerships with local businesses providing internships job shadowing experiences preparing students real-world success.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement in instruction quality.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Established strong relationships with community organizations to enhance student learning opportunities outside the classroom.
- Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Education
PsyD - Organizational Development
California School of Professional Psychology
Fresno, CA05.2019
Master of Arts - Adolescent Counseling
CSU Fresno
Fresno, CA05.1985
Credentials: CLAD; Admin.; PPS; K-12 Teaching
CSU Fresno
Fresno, CA05.1979
Bachelor of Arts - English
CSU Fresno
Fresno, CA05.1979
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Flexible Schedule
- Multicultural Leadership
- Vocational Programs Development
- Student Support
- Staff Supervision
- Emergency Readiness
- Education Model Development
- Student Needs Assessments
- Instructor Training
- Student Registration
- Budget Administration
- At-Risk Student Intervention
- Academic Standards Management
- Decision-Making
- New System Implementation
- Remote Learning
- Faculty Management
- Program Analysis
- Classroom Evaluations
- Collaborative learning
- Presentation Skills
- Relationship Building
- Disciplinary Actions
- Staff Development
- State Testing Support
- Strong Work Ethic
- Curriculum Planning
- Student relations
- Public Speaking
- Faculty Coordination
- Performance Evaluations
- Instructional Leadership
- Team building
- Self-Directed
- Problem-Solving
- Computer Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Remote Office Availability
- Team Management
- Organizational Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Supervision and leadership
- Excellent Communication
Lifelong learner, world traveler
The role of an effective education professional necessarily involves, in my opinion, the broadest possible perspective or mindset that seeks, embraces and shares information and the learning process with others. The role also requires persistent efforts to understand the diverse needs of those from different backgrounds and cultures. This creates an atmosphere of inclusion and tolerance, as well as opportunities to achieve desired outcomes for staff and students alike.
Timeline
Education Administrator
Fresno Unified School District
08.2003 - 06.2017
High School Principal
Denair Unified School District
07.2000 - 06.2002
Alternative High School Principal
Los Banos Unified School District
07.1986 - 06.2000
PsyD - Organizational Development
California School of Professional Psychology
Master of Arts - Adolescent Counseling
CSU Fresno
Credentials: CLAD; Admin.; PPS; K-12 Teaching
CSU Fresno
Bachelor of Arts - English
CSU Fresno
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