Netira Dean
Pemberton,NJ
Summary
I am a proactive and out of the box Dean of Students with extensive experience in student development, behavioral management, and community/parent relations. I have successfully fostered positive campus culture and streamlined operations through effective communication and collaboration with all relevant stake holders. I am skilled in conflict resolution, strategic planning, while enhancing student engagement. I possess strong leadership and problem-solving abilities to new opportunities. I am currently seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges that will utilize my interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dean of Students
Pemberton Township School District
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
- Provided leadership in crisis management situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all community members.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Coordinated outreach events to bring in parents, family members and community at large to support students.
- Championed student achievement by recognizing outstanding accomplishments through awards and recognition events.
- Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
21st Century Program Site Assistant
Pemberton Township School District
09.2011 - Current
- Provided administrative support to the director, parents, students, and team members.
- Streamlined on-site operations with efficient inventory management, ensuring optimal availability of personnel, equipment and resources.
- Contributed to successful outcomes through diligent monitoring progress and timely reporting to stakeholders and supervisors.
- Played an integral role in maintaining high-quality standards throughout projects by diligently monitoring classes, lesson plans and daily walkthroughs.
- Enhanced communication between team members by maintaining organized records.
Academic Mastery Teacher
Pemberton Township School District
09.2014 - 01.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
General/Elementary Special Education Teacher
Pemberton Township School District
09.2004 - 06.2014
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering a comprehensive learning experience.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings and providing frequent progress updates.
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment that fostered an atmosphere of mutual respect, trust, and open communication between teacher and students.
- Organized engaging field trips and educational experiences that enriched the curriculum and promoted hands-on learning.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for students in need of extra help.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Education
No Degree - Supervisor And Principal Certification
The College of New Jersey
Trenton, NJ05.2010
No Degree - Certification in Special Education
Rider University
Trenton, NJ12.2007
No Degree - Preschool Through Third Grade Certification
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ12.2007
Master of Arts - Masters of Arts in Education
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ12.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice (Minors in Both Psych. And Soc
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Camden, NJ05.2002
Skills
- Parental Communication
- Student Engagement
- Crisis Management
- Student Development
- Behavioral Management
- Planning and coordination
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
Accomplishments
I have successfully implemented successful programs for our students with our local police department. The annual Lunch with a Cop program has made a huge impact with our students and families.
I have also created the Dine with the Dean positive behavior incentive program.
I was the 23-24 NJ Governor Educator of the Year Recipient (Essential Support Staff of the year).
Certification
Principal/supervisor certification
Preschool through third grade certification
Special Education certification
Timeline
Dean of Students
Pemberton Township School District
01.2022 - Current
Academic Mastery Teacher
Pemberton Township School District
09.2014 - 01.2022
21st Century Program Site Assistant
Pemberton Township School District
09.2011 - Current
General/Elementary Special Education Teacher
Pemberton Township School District
09.2004 - 06.2014
No Degree - Supervisor And Principal Certification
The College of New Jersey
No Degree - Certification in Special Education
Rider University
No Degree - Preschool Through Third Grade Certification
Montclair State University
Master of Arts - Masters of Arts in Education
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice (Minors in Both Psych. And Soc
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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