Njogou Bah
Marietta,GA
Summary
Seasoned Educator with strong leadership qualities and expertise in coordinating with faculty, students and community leaders to achieve program goals. Possess relevant experience in overseeing internal administrative activities through program planning, guidance, and leadership. Expert at coordinating program logistics, overseeing daily school activities and guiding students and teachers to achieve school's mission and vision. Proficient in Middle and High School Math Curriculum. I have over 14 very fruitful years of experience in the classroom, 5 years as an Assistant Principal, and currently leading Atlanta Science Academy in the capacity of Principal. Personable and communicative with exceptional relationship building skills. Well-versed in developing and implementing educational programs to drive learning objectives and foster high-quality learning environments. Proficient in public speaking and presentation. Personable, relatable and always eager to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff and community members. I have total confidence in my skills and ability to positively contribute towards the growth of any educational institution in an impactful manner. My inspirational approach to influencing my team allows me to excel in team building, culture-improving and performance-increasing initiatives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Dar-Un-Noor/Atlanta Science Academy
Atlanta, GA
05.2021 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Successfully Led school through its first ever accreditation process in December 2021
- Developed platform for instructional practices design through data-driven decision-making.
- Oversee school budgets, document changes and track expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
- Facilitate staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Directed school human resources including hiring, training, policy enforcement and legal compliance for school employing over 30 staff members.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures and cost-saving initiatives.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional teams collaboration in development and support of student activities, programs and lessons.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Collaborated with chairman of BOE to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Assistant Principal
Dar-Un-Noor Academy
Atlanta, GA
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Reviewed standardized test results to assess student progress and academic performance.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Outlined, implemented and maintained personnel-related policies and procedures.
- Liaised with Principal to align vision and goals with school program targets
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Displayed strong decision-making abilities and confidence to 25 staff and 250 students.
Assistant Principal
Charlotte Islamic Academy
Charlotte, NC
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Reviewed standardized test results to assess student progress and academic performance.
- Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement aligned with district, state and local initiatives.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
Math Department Head
Charlotte Islamic Academy
Charlotte, NC
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Supervised 6-member team of departmental managers, including monitoring performance.
- Created culture of empowerment and innovation for employees to promote engagement.
- Enforced departmental policies, procedures and state and federal laws.
- Determined performance goals for departmental employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Cultivated culture of empowerment to help fellow math teachers better meet Student needs with minimal oversight.
Math Teacher/Basketball Coach
Union County Public Schools
Monroe, NC
08.2011 - 06.2015
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by developing IEPs and utilizing wide variety of teaching aids and motivational strategies
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Organized and prepared instructional materials, communiqués, and reports
- As basketball coach, I Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in all players.
- Developed player abilities with well-structured and rigorous practice program.
- Worked with administration to set appropriate budget and tracked all expenses.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Applied evaluation techniques and personal knowledge to assess abilities to assign players to correct positions on team.
- Consulted with athletic director and coaching staff to assess team structure and devise recruitment strategies.
- Oversaw rigorous practice sessions to enhance individual skills and team gameplay.
Math Teacher
Charlotte Islamic Academy
Charlotte, North Carolina
08.2005 - 06.2011
- Taught various kinds of math courses at standard, remedial and advanced levels
- Customized instructional plans to meet needs of different students
- Aligned classroom instructional strategies with district, state and national requirements
- Demonstrated the key values of institution in every relationship and daily interaction
- Reviewed academic records to develop a complete understanding of each student's abilities and initiated learning solutions to address any areas of concern
- Maintained a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity and interests of students
- Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for all students
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
- Prepared, administered and graded assignments and examinations.
- Aligned classroom instructional strategies with district, state and national requirements.
- Customized instructional plans to meet needs of different students.
- Introduced math tutoring program and enrolled students into individualized math support plans.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Portland, OR07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Wingate University
Wingate, NC06.2003
Skills
- Excellent leadership skills
- Performance evaluations
- Team building
- Issue and conflict resolution
- Microsoft Excel
- Mission Statement Development
- Professional Development Planning
- Curricula Evaluation
- Student Performance Data Analysis
- Policy and Procedure Adherence
- School Improvements Planning
Timeline
Principal
Dar-Un-Noor/Atlanta Science Academy
05.2021 - Current
Assistant Principal
Dar-Un-Noor Academy
08.2020 - 08.2021
Assistant Principal
Charlotte Islamic Academy
06.2017 - 06.2020
Math Department Head
Charlotte Islamic Academy
08.2015 - 06.2017
Math Teacher/Basketball Coach
Union County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2015
Math Teacher
Charlotte Islamic Academy
08.2005 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Wingate University