Samantha M. Phegley
Sullivan,IN
Summary
Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to the culture the of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Sullivan Elementary School, Sullivan Elementary
Sullivan, IN
11.2010 - Current
- Research best practices in instruction and deliver resources and training to teachers.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
- Developed platform for instructional practices design through data-driven decision-making.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Informed students and parents of policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions.
- Oversaw school budgets, documented changes and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Monitored school administration activity and implemented policies to support student safety, inclusion and academic success.
Assistant Principal
Sullivan Elementary School, Sullivan Elementary
Sullivan, IN
07.2008 - 11.2010
- Collected and analyzed student achievement data to ensure the most meaningful educational experience for all students
- Worked to create and maintain a data driven school culture with high expectations
- Assisted the principal in supervision of Attend school functions and athletic events
- Participated on various committees including the evaluation committee, school improvement committee, and one to one technology committee
- Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures.
- Displayed strong decision making abilities and confidence to staff and students.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Liaised with the principal to align vision and goals with school program administration targets and successful,safe learning environment.
- Created and implemented special education programs which provided support to teachers and staff while giving special needs and at-risk youth tools necessary to succeed.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
Biology/Chemistry Teacher
Vigo County School Corporation
Terre Haute, IN
08.2003 - 08.2007
- Biology/Chemistry instructor for students in grades 9-11.
- Held lab demonstrations to apply chemistry principles and coursework.
- Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum which addressed individual learning styles.
- Collaborated with science teachers and administrators to develop after-school science programs.
- Attended conferences to gain new perspectives on latest research.
Biology Teacher
Southwest School Corporation
Sullivan, Indiana
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Guided and supported students in building knowledge and skills.
- Explained proper lab techniques to students.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Demonstrated scientific concepts through use of laboratory experiment, charts, sketches, and other instructional aids.
- Created study guides and supporting materials to reiterate lecture details and prepare students for tests.
Education
EDS, Educational Specialist - K-12 District Level Supervisor
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN12.2021
Master of Education - K-12 Building Administrator's
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN12.2002
Skills
- Team Building
- Training & Development
- Team Management
- Data Management
- People Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Microsoft Office
- Computer Skills
- Planning & Organizing
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- First Aid/CPR
- Critical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Skills
- Supervision & Leadership
Affiliations
CONFERENCES
- Indiana Association of School Principals Fall Conference- Annually
- Conscious Discipline Training-Chicago, IL 2019
- Leveled Literacy Intervention, Denver Colorado, 2018
- Indiana State University School Law Conference 2008
- School Safety Specialist Training Fall Conference-Annually
ORGANIZATIONS
- Indiana Association of School Principals 2008-Present
- Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents; IASA Cohort 5 (Present)
- Indiana Principal Leadership Institute Cohort 7-2019-2020
- Hoosier Association of Science Teachers-2003-2008
- Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority-1999-2001
PROFESSIONAL/CHARACTER REFERENCES
- Mr. Chris Stitzle, Superintendent Southwest School Corporation; cstitzle@swest.k12.in.us; (812)-268-6311
- Mr. Jon Stuckey, Assistant Superintendent Southwest School Corporation Southwest School Corporation; jstuckey@swest.k12.in.us; (812)-268-6311
- Mrs. Allyson Wegner, Assistant Principal Sullivan Elementary School; Southwest School Corporation; awegner@swest.k12.in.us; (812)-249-9896
- Mr. Rob Moorhead, Superintendent South Ripley Community School Corporation; rmoorhead@sripley.k12.in.us; (812)-689-6282
- Dr. Todd Whitaker, Professor of Educational Leadership, University of Missouri; t-Whitaker@indstate.edu; (812)-243-2267
- Mrs. Brandy Hyatt, Monrovia Middle School Principal; Monroe-Gregg School District; bhyatt@m-gsd.org; (812)-201-7223
Timeline
Principal
Sullivan Elementary School, Sullivan Elementary
11.2010 - Current
Assistant Principal
Sullivan Elementary School, Sullivan Elementary
07.2008 - 11.2010
Biology Teacher
Southwest School Corporation
08.2007 - 08.2008
Biology/Chemistry Teacher
Vigo County School Corporation
08.2003 - 08.2007
EDS, Educational Specialist - K-12 District Level Supervisor
Indiana State University
Master of Education - K-12 Building Administrator's
Indiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
Indiana State University
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