Nickie Smith II
Educator
Cumby,TX
Summary
Talented Administrator highly successful at motivating teams and streamlining operations. Analytical problem solver and persuasive communicator with talent for thinking outside the box for creative solutions. Dedicated education professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrator DAEP
Commerce Independent School District
Commerce, TX
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Verify that students complete assigned days and that students have appropriate assignments each day.
- Communicate on regular basis with sending campuses concerning attendance and progress.
- Ensure that student/teacher ratio is not exceeding legal requirements and that teachers are appropriately certified for students they are teaching.
- Ensure that special education students are receiving instruction according to their IEP.
- Assume teaching responsibilities at DAEP when needed in classrooms.
- Complete DAEP schedule with teacher assignment/coverage for each period.
- Perform student intake meetings for all incoming students and student exit meetings for students who have completed their assigned days.
- Ensure the effective and quick resolution of conflicts.
- Provide for two-way communication with the appropriate administrators, staff, students, parents, and community.
- Comply with district policies and state and federal laws and regulations.
- Manage use and maintenance of the DAEP facility to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus.
- Work with faculty, students, and JHS administrators to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
- Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Communicate with JHS administration when this is not followed.
- Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
- Coordinator of Campus Testing/Assessments Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procedures for ensuring security and confidentiality of state-mandated testing programs and other assessments. Direct and oversee campus test implementation and monitor testing activities to ensure that procedures are followed and deadlines met.
- Provide timely support and training for campus testing administrators and campus staff.
- Develop and deliver training for campus test administrators to ensure that tests are conducted and security procedures are consistently followed.
- Consult with staff to provide appropriate testing accommodation for Limited English Proficient (LEP) students and students receiving special services.
- Identify, investigate, and address testing irregularities. Report discrepancies and disciplinary actions taken against students or test administrators as required.
- Develop and distribute statistical studies, analysis, and evaluation reports as required.
- Work with instructional teams to analyze test data.
- Maintain and ensure integrity of testing data. Ensure all materials and data are submitted within established timelines.
- Complete evaluation and compliance reports as required by federal and state and district programs.
- Develop, implement, and maintain an inventory system to track and monitor location of test materials throughout the acceptance, storage, and return process to the District Testing Coordinator.
- Compile, maintain, file, and secure all reports, records, and other required documents as directed by principal and District Testing Coordinator.
- Disseminate information regarding current requirements of the state assessment program including test administration, security, and confidentiality.
- Monitor JHS and DAEP during administration of state assessments.
- Professional Growth and Development
- Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignments.
- Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior. Serve as a role model for all campus staff.
- Keep updated with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings, and serve on staff committees as required.
- Promote, participate and facilitate teamwork in a positive and productive manner.
Assistant Principal
Commerce Independent School District
Commerce, TX
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Partnered with Principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
- Collaborated with system's [Job title] to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
- Verified adherence to state, federal and private funding source requirements across programs and outcomes.
- Developed subject and grade leaders to advance oversight and improve instruction.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
LifeSkills Teacher
Commerce ISD
Commerce, United States
08.2008 - 07.2018
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into the classroom.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and coursework.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Developed fundraisers and completed grant documentation to raise money for the district.
LifeSkills Paraprofessional
Commerce ISD
Commerce, United States
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Prepared reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
State Assessment Tutor
Texas A&M Commerce / Commerce ISD
Commerce, TX
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Reviewing classroom or curricula topics and assignments
- Assisting students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks
- Working with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom
- Teaching skills to improve academic performance, including study strategies, note-taking skills and approaches to answering test questions
- Demonstrating academic best practices for specific subjects and assignments, including research and writing tactics
- Developing and distributing teaching materials to supplement classroom lessons, including study guides
- Conducting practice tests to track progress, identify areas of improvement and help set goals for exam preparation
- Providing students positive and constructive feedback
- Offering feedback on progress to students’ parents and teachers where appropriate
Teacher
Toledo Christian Academy
Punta Gorda, Belize
08.2001 - 05.2004
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
Light Armored Vehicle Crewman
United States Marine Corps
Oceanside, CA
06.1991 - 06.2001
- Developed, resourced, and executed squad's various strength and training strategies to improve mission readiness in tactical fields.
- Directed platoon tactical movements, platoon security operations, and platoon route and zone reconnaissance.
- Verified inventory computations by comparing to physical counts of stock and investigated and adjusted discrepancies and errors.
- Monitored enemy combatants captured in time of war awaiting transport for interrogation.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed promotions and personal action documents for lower enlisted personnel.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
State University, AR05.2024
Master of Education - Education Administration
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX12.2014
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX12.2007
Skills
- Recruitment and Retention of Staff
- Leadership and People Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Employee Timesheet Processing
- School Security and Safety Procedures
- Personnel Management
- Behavioral Intervention
- Academic Standards Management
Accomplishments
- Successful grant writing for University programs
- Managed school operations for students
- Maintain state Campus Improvement Plan
- Coordinated yearly budget
- Enlisted parents and community support in fundraising initiatives to support district Special Olympics.
Affiliations
- Freemason
- Lions Club
Certification
- Special Education: Grades (EC-12)
- Generalist: Grades (EC-4)
- Principal: Grades (EC-12)
- T-TESS
Timeline
Administrator DAEP
Commerce Independent School District
11.2020 - 12.2021
Assistant Principal
Commerce Independent School District
07.2018 - 12.2021
LifeSkills Teacher
Commerce ISD
08.2008 - 07.2018
LifeSkills Paraprofessional
Commerce ISD
08.2007 - 08.2008
State Assessment Tutor
Texas A&M Commerce / Commerce ISD
08.2005 - 05.2007
Teacher
Toledo Christian Academy
08.2001 - 05.2004
Light Armored Vehicle Crewman
United States Marine Corps
06.1991 - 06.2001
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
Master of Education - Education Administration
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University - Commerce
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