Sharon Norton
Federal Way
Summary
Experienced school administrator with instructional prowess and courageous character adept at leading others in growth and improvement. Collaborative partner focused on building positive student-focused relationships, increasing student achievement, and bringing stability to buildings. With a background in working with vulnerable and at-risk youth and learning as the goal, I lead with grace and equity to make a difference for kids so each has the opportunity to learn and grow.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest School Administrator
Federal Way Public Schools
03.2018 - Current
- Experienced substitute principal/assistant principal in Federal Way School Public Schools supporting the overall administration of schools I serve, grades K-12.
- Collaborate and communicate with building and district leadership teams to ensure continuity of school operations during principal absence with focus on increasing student achievement, building positive student-focused relationships, and providing an active and visible leadership presence on campus to students, teachers, staff and parents.
Assistant Principal - Truman High School
Federal Way Public Schools
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Collaborated with the building principal cultivating positive relationships between parents, community members, students and teachers to support student success.
- Supervised teaching staff and provided professional development to ensure academic standards and the needs of the whole child were being met.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline in accordance with state and district policies.
Dean of Students - Saghalie Middle School
Federal Way Public School
07.2013 - 07.2015
- Served as a member of the middle school leadership team assisting with daily operation of the school, specifically in the areas of attendance and behavior,
- Built successful relationships with students and families focused on equity and positive behavior approaches to conflict resolution.
- Provided instructional leadership as a resource for classroom teachers in the area of scaffolding, effective strategies and classroom management.
- Spearheaded implementation of a school-wide, integrated STEM program resulting in recognition of Saghalie as an OSPI STEM Lighthouse School in 2015.
Science Instructional Specialist - FWPS
Federal Way Public Schools
07.2010 - 07.2013
- Provided instructional support to staff in science education through professional development, lesson planning, curriculum development and coaching support, for the purpose of improving and enhancing teaching quality and student achievement.
- Collaborated in leading standards-based education efforts in support of Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards.
- Facilitated a Science Think Tank of teachers representing elementary, middle and high school to provide advice to district leaders on how to improve the district science program with a goal of all students achieving success in science and 21st century skills.
Biology/AP Biology Teacher - Todd Beamer HS
Federal Way Public Schools
07.2003 - 06.2010
- Established a positive and encouraging classroom environment and culture, prepared and delivered engaging biology lessons to a student body comprised of different backgrounds, interests and abilities,
- Monitored student performance and adjusted teaching strategies and techniques to improve instruction and student learning.
- Led school-wide Science department and served as Advanced Programs coordinator.
Senior Environmental Specialist
Conestoga-Rovers & Associates
06.1992 - 07.2002
- Planned, budgeted and implemented hundreds of environmental site assessments and compliance audits at commercial and industrial facilities throughout North America to meet environmental regulations.
- Collected and compiled data, developed plans and reports to identify environmental problems, and participated in regulatory compliance meetings with clients and stakeholders.
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
University of Washington
Bothell, WA06.2014
Residency Administrator -
Washington State Residency Administrator
06.2014
NBCT - Science/Adolescence And Young Adult
National Board Professional Teacher
11.2010
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Resource Management
Penn State University
State College, PA06.1981
Skills
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Student discipline/safety
- Teacher evaluation/CEL 5D Instructional Framework
- Curriculum development
Timeline
Guest School Administrator
Federal Way Public Schools
03.2018 - Current
Assistant Principal - Truman High School
Federal Way Public Schools
08.2015 - 07.2017
Dean of Students - Saghalie Middle School
Federal Way Public School
07.2013 - 07.2015
Science Instructional Specialist - FWPS
Federal Way Public Schools
07.2010 - 07.2013
Biology/AP Biology Teacher - Todd Beamer HS
Federal Way Public Schools
07.2003 - 06.2010
Senior Environmental Specialist
Conestoga-Rovers & Associates
06.1992 - 07.2002
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
University of Washington
Residency Administrator -
Washington State Residency Administrator
NBCT - Science/Adolescence And Young Adult
National Board Professional Teacher
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Resource Management
Penn State University
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