Ronja Smith
Riverview,FL
Summary
In 2008, I became a motivated, self-governing educator and proven innovative leader, whose emphasis and desire is to increase student achievement, build teacher competence and confidence, as well as assist in creating an educational climate that yields positive results for all students. A knowledgeable instructional leader, with experience serving a variety of diverse audiences like Title 1 schools, single gender class, affluent and turnaround schools, who also possesses an ability to keep all stakeholders engaged and inspire them to go to the next level.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Assistant Principal
Hillsborough County Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing school policies, procedures and educational programs.
- Organized and facilitated meetings with teachers, staff and parents to discuss student progress.
- Monitored classroom instruction of teachers to ensure quality standards were met.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers by providing guidance on curriculum development, lesson planning and other teaching strategies.
- Conducted observations of classrooms to assess the instructional environment, teacher effectiveness and student engagement.
- Provided support to students who require special education services or are at-risk for academic failure.
- Analyzed data from standardized tests to identify trends in student performance and make recommendations for improvement.
- Coordinated after-school activities such as clubs, sports teams, tutoring sessions and field trips.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for faculty members focusing on topics such as classroom management strategies, assessment techniques and best practices in instruction.
- Reviewed disciplinary cases involving students that had violated the code of conduct policy.
- Supervised daily operations of the elementary school including attendance records, cafeteria duties and transportation schedules.
Adult ESOL/GED Instructor
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Tampa, FL
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Contributed to ongoing staff training sessions.
- Developed advanced job placement training focused on career advancement, career changes and professional development.
- Developed partnerships with industry and secondary education institutions.
- Improved class pass rate to 80% for GED testing.
MTSS Coordinator/Student Success Coach
Transformation Schools(Elementary-Middle)
Tampa, Florida
12.2015 - 06.2024
- Spearheaded the implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Response to Intervention (RTI) frameworks, collaborating with school leadership and staff to develop comprehensive plans for addressing academic and behavioral needs of students at various tiers of support.
- Coordinated student intervention teams, facilitating regular meetings to analyze data, identify at-risk students, and develop individualized intervention plans tailored to their specific needs, ensuring timely and targeted support for academic and behavioral success.
- Guided educators in the implementation of evidence-based intervention strategies and instructional practices, providing ongoing coaching, modeling, and feedback to support fidelity of implementation and optimize student outcomes.
Elementary/Middle School Educator
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Tampa, FL
11.2008 - 05.2023
- Championed a culture of data-driven decision-making, leading regular data analysis meetings with teaching teams to identify student learning gaps, track progress, and implement targeted interventions to support academic growth and achievement.
- Facilitated grade-level planning meetings, guiding teachers in the development of cohesive instructional units, lesson plans, and assessments aligned with educational standards, and tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities of students.
- Initiated and led parent engagement initiatives, organizing informative workshops, family events, and community outreach programs to foster strong partnerships between home and school, enhancing student support and success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL2008
Master of Education - Educational Leadership and School Administration
National Louis University
Tampa, FL2012
Skills
- Effective Communicator
- Strong Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Conflict Resolution
- Curriculum Development
- Student-Centered Focus
- Collaborative Team Player
- Data-Driven Approach
Certification
- Assistant Principal Induction Pipeline (APIP)
- Turnaround Leadership Pathway (TLP)
- Future Leaders Academy Pipeline (FLA)
- Elementary Education K-6
- Educational Leadership K-12
- English Speakers of Other Languages Endorsed
- Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum 5-9
- Exceptional Student Education K-12
- Reading Endorsed K-12
Accomplishments
- The Society for Collegiate Leadership & Achievement
- Teacher of the Year
- Ida S. Baker Educator of the Year
Community Involvement
- Member of Gamma Theta Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc
- Membership Chairperson Florida A&M University National Alumni Association, Inc Tampa Bay Chapter
- Independent Travel Agent-Amazing Travels With Ronja
References
- Andrea Bryner, Principal 813-671-5115
- Julia Sarmiento, Supervisor 813-272-4769
- Frankye Bulmer, Regional Superintendent 813-272-4738
- Keisha Dixon, Principal 813-744-8100
Timeline
Elementary Assistant Principal
Hillsborough County Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
Adult ESOL/GED Instructor
Hillsborough County Public Schools
01.2020 - 05.2023
MTSS Coordinator/Student Success Coach
Transformation Schools(Elementary-Middle)
12.2015 - 06.2024
Elementary/Middle School Educator
Hillsborough County Public Schools
11.2008 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Master of Education - Educational Leadership and School Administration
National Louis University
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