RENEE HUMPHREYS
Ellicott City,MD
Summary
Dynamic educational leader dedicated to fostering holistic growth—academic, physical, and emotional—for all students. Committed to inspiring educators to embrace servant leadership principles while serving with love, excellence, integrity, and passion. Strong advocate for creating inclusive learning environments that empower every student to reach their fullest potential. Passionate about driving positive change in educational settings through innovative practices and collaborative efforts, ensuring that every learner thrives in a supportive atmosphere.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Superintendent of Education
Allegheny East Conference of SDA
01.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement professional development workshops for faculty to improve instructional practices for District Preschool program which includes 7 Preschool programs.
- Collaborate with community stakeholders to align resources with district educational goals for nine K-8 schools and one 9-12 boarding school.
- Oversee 5 school boards within the 9 school district. Each school has their own school board.
- Oversee implementation of strategic plans to enhance student engagement and performance.
- Provide mentoring and PD for school leaders and teachers.
- Work with school boards to develop strategic plans and provide oversight of schools.
- Developed a Preschool newsletter for constituents to highlight 7 centers across the district.
Associate Superintendent of Education
Chesapeake Conference of Seventh-day Adventist
08.2020 - 12.2023
- Assisted the Superintendent of Education to help foster and implement programs and initiatives .that support 8 K-8 schools, one high school and one 9-12 boarding school.
- Helped to maintain accreditations, lead the curriculum committee and ECE programs.
- Highlights included mentoring principals and new teachers, building relationships with board members and constituents, serving on race relations committees, and being a part of the coaching training program.
- Facilitated professional learning communities among educators to encourage sharing of best practices and drive continuous improvement in instructional approaches.
- Advocated for equitable access to resources and opportunities within the district, fostering a culture of inclusivity and enabling all students to reach their full potential.
- Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
Principal/Teacher
Ephesus Jr. Academy
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Administrator and teacher for multi-grade private school. Was responsible for being the academic leader of the school along with teaching students in grades 1-8, specifically Language Arts and Math.
- Did on-line teaching with students due to COVID and maintained a school culture and presences despite the challenges. Duties involved implementing district directive programs and goals.
- Test scores and assessments were monitored and analyzed to help direct instruction and to improve academic achievement. As administrator, I worked with Title 1 teacher and state facilitators to obtain needed grants and funds for educational support for students.
- Helped to turn the school around to receive 6 years full accreditation (January 2020) and create a more positive school culture which fostered a Christ-centered atmosphere, academic achievement and school pride among students, parents, teachers, and stakeholders.
Superintendent of Education
Lake Region Conference
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Directed the education program for PK-12 school district having eight schools, in five states.
- Responsibilities included: worked with strategic planning, managed education budget, curriculum, academic achievement, enrollment, maintain accreditations of all schools, personnel issues and concerns, staff development, fostered positive staff, parent and school constituent relationships;
- Trained new and seasoned teachers; established new school, turned around schools in following areas: increased enrollment, increased test scores; established standards to reflect vision of district; improved school board and school constituent relationships; established STEM programs; Year of Education across the district for constituent awareness.
- National accreditations and evaluations of all schools maintained.
Principal
Sligo School
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Administrator for Preschool-8th grade school in multicultural setting.
- Responsibilities included: curriculum development, restructuring school-wide discipline, personnel development, data assessment and working closely with staff, school board and parents to increase student achievement.
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher, 4th Grade Teacher
Heritage Elementary School
08.2003 - 07.2013
- Taught Language Arts & Social Studies.
- Achieved highest formative assessment scores in Language Arts across the district.
- Developed Heritage Magazine to showcase students’ writings and other achievements (2009-2010 school year).
- Served as 6th grade team leader and work with various committees.
- As 4th grade teacher, taught all subject areas (2012-13).
Principal/Teacher
South Suburban SDA Christian School, Lake Region Conference
01.1998 - 01.2003
- As founding principal of new multi-grade school, responsibilities included: curriculum development, recruiting new students, hiring new staff, curriculum development, budget, personnel evaluations, advertisement, and building relationships with parents, students and community.
- Utilized effective teaching strategies and resources that led students to be at or above grade level each year and increased enrollment. Also taught all grade levels.
- Grew school from 17 students to 60 and increased teaching staff to meet the growing needs of the school.
Elementary School Teacher
Chicagoland SDA Academy
08.1997 - 06.1998
- Taught students in grades 2 and 3 in a multi-grade classroom setting.
- Also assisted with students in grades K-12 in various activities and leadership roles to assist with overall school program.
- Developed school newsletter to showcase students’ writings and accomplishments.
Adjunct English (ESL) Teacher
College of Lake County
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Taught beginning level English to Hispanic adults. Classes consisted of providing lessons that integrated reading, speaking, and writing. Adults did not know how to speak or write English.
Language Arts Teacher
Central Jr. High School
01.1990 - 01.1996
- Taught Language Arts for students in grades 7 and 8. Responsibilities included teaching the writing process and preparing students for state assessments in writing and reading.
- Worked with Drama Team, Newspaper Club, and Marching Drill Team.
- Developed a magazine and published students writings and art work for students and community as a means to empower students self-esteem and encourage creativity.
Elementary School Teacher
District 169
09.1987 - 06.1990
- Taught grades 3-5, all subject areas. District’s overall goal was to help low achieving students from disadvantage homes succeed.
- Incorporated writing across the curriculum; sponsor for Marching Drill Team & Reading Club.
Principal/Teacher
Mizpah SDA Academy, Lake Region Conference
08.1986 - 06.1987
- Responsible for supervision, administration, and classroom instruction for Preschool-8th grade, in a multi-grade school.
- Provided training for staff and was responsible for overseeing school’s curriculum and other related administrative task.
- Carried out all duties of a school administrator. Taught grades 5-8 in Language Arts and Math.
Elementary School Teacher
Eau Claire Public Schools
01.1982 - 01.1984
- Taught grades 4 & 5, all subjects.
- School population included teaching migrant ESL children and their families to develop reading, speaking, and writing skills.
- Sponsor for Marching Drill Team & Reading Club.
Education
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership/ Superintendent
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL05-2020
Master of Arts in Education - Education Administration
Governors State University
University Park, ILMaster of Science in Education - Computer Education
Governors State University
University Park, ILBachelor of Science - Elementary Education & Language Arts
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MISkills
- Effective oral and written communication
- Learning engagement strategies
- Organizational leadership
- Diversity and cultural appreciation
- Collaborative decision-making
- Fostering and building positive relationships
Accomplishments
- Superintendent
- Associate Superintendent
- Principal
- Middle School and Jr. High Teacher
- Elementary Teacher
- Multi-grade Teacher
- Early Childhood Education Director
Affiliations
- Kappa Delta Pi
- National Honor Society
- NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)
Certification
Gesell Training (Early Childhood and Elemetary Development Assessment)
Ace Coaching of School Leaders (Coach for teachers and Students)
Timeline
Associate Superintendent of Education
Allegheny East Conference of SDA
01.2024 - Current
Associate Superintendent of Education
Chesapeake Conference of Seventh-day Adventist
08.2020 - 12.2023
Principal/Teacher
Ephesus Jr. Academy
08.2018 - 07.2020
Superintendent of Education
Lake Region Conference
01.2014 - 01.2018
Principal
Sligo School
08.2013 - 07.2014
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher, 4th Grade Teacher
Heritage Elementary School
08.2003 - 07.2013
Principal/Teacher
South Suburban SDA Christian School, Lake Region Conference
01.1998 - 01.2003
Elementary School Teacher
Chicagoland SDA Academy
08.1997 - 06.1998
Adjunct English (ESL) Teacher
College of Lake County
01.1995 - 01.1996
Language Arts Teacher
Central Jr. High School
01.1990 - 01.1996
Elementary School Teacher
District 169
09.1987 - 06.1990
Principal/Teacher
Mizpah SDA Academy, Lake Region Conference
08.1986 - 06.1987
Elementary School Teacher
Eau Claire Public Schools
01.1982 - 01.1984
Master of Science in Education - Computer Education
Governors State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education & Language Arts
Andrews University
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership/ Superintendent
University of St. Francis
Master of Arts in Education - Education Administration
Governors State University
Training & Experiences
- Highly reliable schools (Marzano)
- Speaker for educational national and local workshops and church events and programs
- Interpreting data and using information for data-driven curriculum and creating change
- School evaluations & accreditations; evaluations for principals & teachers
- Experienced with working to help turn schools around (academically, positive school culture)
- STEM/ STEAM training
- SBL. coaching school administrators & leaders (in-training)
- Professional Learning Communities, mentoring & ethics in the workplace training
- Reading Initiative Training, writing workshops
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training; Emotional Support Training
- Differentiated instruction and instructing multi-grades/levels simultaneously
- Early Childhood Education
- Accreditations and Strategic plans
- Working with multiple school boards simultaneously (up to 8) to oversee schools as well as K-12 district boards
Hobbies and Interests
Walking, Reading, Public Speaking, Participating in Community Service Activities, Tutoring, Mentoring