Shawn Black
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
16 years of experience in public education, specializing in teaching, training, and leadership roles. Proven track record of 7 years in middle and high school administration as both principal and assistant principal. Expertise in curriculum development, staff training, and student performance improvement. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing educational outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Youth Services
Eastside YMCA
Greenville, SC
10.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented youth programs at Eastside YMCA, enhancing community engagement.
- Managed recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for youth services team to foster a skilled workforce.
- Monitored program budgets and resources to ensure alignment with organizational goals, maximizing resource utilization.
Principal
Leland Middle School
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Led development of a positive school culture at Leland Middle School, fostering an environment conducive to learning and encouraging community pride in academic achievements.
- Elevated Leland Middle School's overall index score from -6.08 to +0.14, achieving Met Expected Growth in one school year (22-23).
- Led faculty meetings to discuss curriculum improvements and student engagement strategies.
- Developed school-wide initiatives promoting a positive learning environment for all students.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation for various school programs.
Assistant Principal
North Brunswick High School
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Managed comprehensive administrative duties at NBHS over 2.5 years, including school-wide testing, PLC oversight, MTSS, PBIS, graduation coordination, facilities management, scheduling, instructional leadership, and hiring processes, ensuring smooth operations and enhanced student support.
- Delivered targeted administrative leadership at Leland Middle School, addressing specific needs and fostering a collaborative environment to improve school outcomes.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Assistant Principal
Leland Middle School
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Guided 6th grade to meet expected growth on End-of-Grade testing, with ELA achieving a thirteen-percentage point increase as compared to the previous year’s scores in EVASS.
- Decreased discipline by 50 percent points over a two-year span at LMS.
- Facilitated professional development sessions on Learning-Focused Lesson Planning and effective teaching strategies, enhancing instructional quality.
- Collected and analyzed data to drive instructional and curriculum decisions in the sixth grade.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to foster a positive school culture and community engagement.
- Managed athletic department operations, ensuring compliance and support for student-athletes.
- Oversaw daily bus routes and schedules for safe student transport.
- Excellence in Education Award presented by the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce, 2016
Physical and Health Educator
Leland Middle School
08.2012 - 01.2016
- Developed and implemented exemplary, standards-based K-6 physical education program serving 800+ students, fostering engagement and skill development.
- Created adaptive physical education program bridging gap between high-needs EC students and regular education students, enhancing inclusivity and participation.
Physical and Health Educator Athletic Director and Coach
Jacksonville Commons Middle School
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Developed and implemented a curriculum-based physical education program for over 800 students.
- Educated students on rhythmic movement through Latino dances, line dances, and shagging.
- Managed athletic events for eight middle schools, serving over 1,800 athletes.
- Chaired the county's middle school athletics program in Onslow County.
- Achieved Onslow County middle school wrestling championship as head coach.
- Fostered integration of special needs and at-risk students with peers and educators.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with teachers and parents of special needs students.
Physical and Health Educator
Union Elementary School
Sampson County, NC
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Developed and implemented exemplary, standards-based K-6 physical education program serving 1200 students, enhancing physical literacy and well-being.
- Originated first ever “Proud to be an American” Field Day, which involved the United States Army’s 82nd Airborne Division as event officials and honorary guests, skydivers, and top notch vocalists as entertainment.
Education
Master of Arts - Administrative Educator License
Gardner-Webb University
N.C.01-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education Teaching License
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Wilmington, N.C.01-2004
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Curriculum design
- Teacher development
- Performance analysis
- Faculty evaluation
- Disciplinary procedures
- Collaborative learning
- Parent engagement
Qualifications Summary
16 years’ experience serving as a public-school educator and trainer and school leader; 7 years’ experience in middle school and high school administration as a principal and assistant principal.
Timeline
Director of Youth Services
Eastside YMCA
10.2025 - Current
Principal
Leland Middle School
08.2021 - 12.2024
Assistant Principal
North Brunswick High School
08.2019 - 10.2021
Assistant Principal
Leland Middle School
01.2016 - 06.2019
Physical and Health Educator
Leland Middle School
08.2012 - 01.2016
Physical and Health Educator Athletic Director and Coach
Jacksonville Commons Middle School
08.2005 - 06.2006
Physical and Health Educator
Union Elementary School
08.2004 - 06.2005
Master of Arts - Administrative Educator License
Gardner-Webb University
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education Teaching License
University of North Carolina at Wilmington