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Nefertiti Hunter Holbeck

Summary

Seasoned educational leader and committed Assistant Principal at William Ramsay Elementary School, recognized for expertise in progress monitoring and enhancing parent engagement. Successfully led initiatives that improved student achievement and staff development while implementing effective curricula. A proven track record in relationship building, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. Core competencies include strategic planning, team collaboration, and exceptional communication skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal

William Ramsay Elementary Schools
Alexandria , VA
06.2025 - Current

Assistant Principal

William Ramsay Elementary School
Alexandria, VA
01.2012 - 06.2025
  • Lead Administrator for Instruction: Preschool, Kindergarten, 2nd, and 4th Grades, and Citywide Classrooms.
  • Oversee and participate in the evaluation and development of licensed and non-licensed staff.
  • Continue to develop the professional knowledge, skills, and practices of teachers and staff through differentiated opportunities for learning and growth that align with our students' needs.
  • GLAD, Creative Curriculum, Really Great Reading.
  • Use of various data to monitor student progress: VALLSS, VKRP, DIBELS, NWEA MAP Reading and Math Assessments, student survey data, etc.
  • Collaborate with the School Support Team, PTA, and Community Partners: monthly food drives, biweekly food bags for students, family engagement events, and community partnerships to support student and family needs.
  • MTSS Co-chair: Supervise the progress and implementation of academic and behavioral interventions.
  • Advanced Academics/Talented & Gifted Steering Committee Member, 2021-2022 School Year: Collaborated with administrators within the school division to provide recommendations on how the talented and gifted program can better serve students.
  • Creating a Transparent Data Culture: Presentation at the VAESP Annual Conference 2022 as a co-facilitator with the Administrative Team from William Ramsay Elementary.
  • Co-Facilitated Professional Learning: Trauma-Informed Practices
  • Facilitated schoolwide book study: Deepest Well.

Summer School Principal

James K Polk Elementary
Alexandria, VA
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising staff members.
  • Monitored student performance, attendance, and behavior throughout the summer program.
  • Collaborated with teachers, the school support team, and instructional specialists to support and establish programs, lessons, and student activities.

Summer School Principal

Cora Kelly Elementary
Alexandria, VA
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising staff members.
  • Monitored student performance, attendance, and behavior throughout the summer program.
  • Collaborated with teachers, the school support team, and instructional specialists to support and establish programs, lessons, and student activities.

Instructional Coach and Talented and Gifted Education Teacher

William Ramsay Elementary School
Alexandria, VA
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Assisted students of varying skill levels with understanding and excelling in studies.
  • Collaborated with school leaders to design and implement initiatives that support student achievement goals.
  • Partnered with district administration to ensure alignment between state standards and local curricula.

Fourth Grade Language Arts Teacher

William Ramsay Elementary School
Alexandria, VA
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Provided feedback on student work promptly.
  • Designed differentiated instruction methods based on the needs of each learner.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.

2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade Teacher

Beverly Woods Elementary
Charlotte, NC
01.1998 - 01.2008
  • Integrated a variety of educational programs to develop astrong academic foundation.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that maximized student engagement.
  • Implemented strategies to engage parents in their child's education and school community activities.
  • Maintained records of student attendance, grades, test scores, and other relevant information.
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
  • Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
  • Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC

Master of Education -

Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC

Graduate Certificate - Academically or Intellectually Gifted

University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA

K-12 School Administration Certificate -

Wingate University
Wingate, NC

K-12 Educational Leadership - Doctoral Student

Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD

Skills

  • Progress monitoring
  • Curricula implementation
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Performance standards and analysis
  • Group facilitation and presentations
  • Parent engagement and communication

Affiliations

  • National/Virginia Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP/VAESP)
  • National/Northern Virginia Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC/NVAEYC).
  • Women Education Leaders in Virginia (WELV)
  • NAEYC Affiliate Advisory Board, 2022-2024.
  • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, International Service Organization

Certification

  • Endorsement Admin and Supervision PreK-12 Certificate, Commonwealth of Virginia
  • Elementary Education PreK-6, Commonwealth of Virginia
  • Gifted Education, Commonwealth of Virginia
  • National Board Certification- Middle Childhood Generalist, 2004-2014

Timeline

Principal

William Ramsay Elementary Schools
06.2025 - Current

Summer School Principal

James K Polk Elementary
05.2023 - 07.2023

Summer School Principal

Cora Kelly Elementary
05.2021 - 07.2021

Assistant Principal

William Ramsay Elementary School
01.2012 - 06.2025

Instructional Coach and Talented and Gifted Education Teacher

William Ramsay Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2012

Fourth Grade Language Arts Teacher

William Ramsay Elementary School
01.2008 - 01.2011

2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade Teacher

Beverly Woods Elementary
01.1998 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

College of Charleston

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

College of Charleston

Master of Education -

Winthrop University

Graduate Certificate - Academically or Intellectually Gifted

University of Virginia

K-12 School Administration Certificate -

Wingate University

K-12 Educational Leadership - Doctoral Student

Frostburg State University

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