Roxanne Benjamin
Fort Benton,MT
Summary
Seasoned Elementary Principal with background in fostering academic growth and promoting a positive learning environment. Experience includes curriculum development, staff management, and implementing successful school policies. Strengths lie within leadership skills, strategic planning abilities, and maintaining strong relationships with teachers, parents, and students. Previous work has resulted in improved student performance and enhanced community involvement in school activities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Principal, RTI/Title Coordinator/Teacher
08.2018 - Current
- Supervised teachers and paraprofessional staff to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Coordinated data collection and instruction to monitor student progress.
- Facilitated discussions with staff on strategies for improving student achievement.
- Managed school administration operations, including teacher schedules and student registration.
- Oversaw budgets, documented changes, and tracked expenses for effective fund management.
- Evaluated student behavior by reviewing discipline standards and identifying trends in infractions.
- Monitored administrative activities and enforced policies supporting safety, inclusion, and academic success.
- Directed human resources functions, including hiring, training, and compliance with policies.
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
- Provided leadership for school clubs, athletics teams, and afterschool activities, ensuring that they are conducted safely and effectively.
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement aligned with district, state and local initiatives.
- Directed school human resources including hiring, training, policy enforcement, and legal compliance.
- Evaluated current procedures related to title coordination and suggested improvements when necessary.
ELL District Coordinator
YPS
12.2015 - 06.2018
- Determined ELL program philosophy, set program goals for district wide instruction, assisted in tracking student progress
- Managed framework for ELL K-12 district program, supervision of ELL district staff
First Grade Teacher
YPS
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Responsible for student academic and social emotional growth, worked together with first grade team to facilitate first grade curriculum
- Participated in all professional development activities and represented the first grade teachers on the Building Leadership Team
First Grade Classroom Teacher
GFPS
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Delivered Standards- Based instruction to classroom, participated in PLC team meetings, and worked with other professionals to carry out district initiatives
Environmental Educator
GFPS
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Taught authentic STEAM science lessons to grades k-6 in 12 different elementary schools
- Teamed with administrative officials and principals in the district to schedule lessons, manage students, and refill curriculum supplies for all classrooms district wide
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
06.2011 - 08.2013
- Created child responsive learning experiences and managed student behavior
Director
Chouteau County Joint Services Special Education Cooperative
- Conducts interviews, negotiations, and evaluations of CCJS staff members, as well as teaming together with school district staff to ensure compliance under IDEA.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on best practices in special education and inclusive teaching strategies.
- Facilitated conflict resolution and mediation processes among staff and families to address concerns.
- Provided strategic leadership in budgeting and resource allocation for special education initiatives.
- Assessed program needs and allocated resources to optimize service delivery for students.
- The problem solves and provides mediation regarding issues of noncompliance and staffing issues to ensure districts are operating within state and federal guidelines.
- Monitored compliance with federal and state regulations regarding special education services.
- Utilized data analysis to assess the effectiveness of programs and improve student outcomes.
- Developed and implemented individualized education programs (IEPs) in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Established partnerships with local agencies to enhance resources available for students with disabilities.
North Central Regional Director- MAESP
School Administrators of Montana
- Coordinated regional meetings for elementary school principals to enhance collaboration and development opportunities.
- Advocated for student and teacher needs by staying informed on relevant legislative policies.
- Facilitated sharing of best practices among school leaders to improve instructional quality.
- Monitored regional assessments, providing feedback to boost student performance metrics.
- Led initiatives to align educational programs with state standards and improve offerings.
- Collaborated with community organizations to establish partnerships that support student engagement.
- Championed policies promoting equitable access to educational resources across all regional schools.
Education
SUPERINTENDENT ENDORSEMENT -
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA
Missoula, MontanaEDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP K-12 -
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA
Missoula, MontanaMASTERS OF SCIENCE - CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION, AND ASSESSMENT
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA- NORTHERN
Havre, MontanaBACHELOR OF ARTS - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING
Laramie, WyomingSkills
- Data analysis
- Instructional leadership
- Budget management
- Compliance monitoring
- Curriculum development
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Program management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Group facilitation and presentations
References
- Patrick Hould, 406-621-0979, Superintendent
- Jory Thompson, 406-217-8059, Past Superintendent
- Joellyn Clark, 406-799-4704, Board Chair
- Jamie Ball, 406-868-3071, Teacher- employee
Leadership Experience
- 2022 ESEA Nationally Distinguished School, Principal
- University of Missoula Educational Advisory Council
- Member Golden Triangle Education Cooperative Educator
- NCEE Conference Presenter, 2020
- Golden Triangle Curriculum Cooperative Summer Institute Facilitator, 2021, 2022
Timeline
Elementary Principal, RTI/Title Coordinator/Teacher
08.2018 - Current
ELL District Coordinator
YPS
12.2015 - 06.2018
First Grade Teacher
YPS
08.2015 - 06.2018
First Grade Classroom Teacher
GFPS
08.2014 - 08.2015
Environmental Educator
GFPS
08.2013 - 08.2014
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
06.2011 - 08.2013
Director
Chouteau County Joint Services Special Education Cooperative
North Central Regional Director- MAESP
School Administrators of Montana
SUPERINTENDENT ENDORSEMENT -
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA
EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP K-12 -
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA
MASTERS OF SCIENCE - CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION, AND ASSESSMENT
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA- NORTHERN
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING