An accomplished professional with a solid background as an educational leader and administrator with proven ability to foster a collaborative environment that drives academic achievement and continuous improvement. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful instructional strategies while always promoting a positive culture and climate.
Qualifications include effectively assessing skills and abilities of employees with various personalities and personnel levels to provide meaningful feedback and assist in determining learning and development opportunities. Able to collaborate with all stakeholders to achieve performance objectives and intended outcomes. Uses excellent interpersonal talents and training along with analytical abilities to assess challenges and implement viable solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Roselle Board of Education
08.2020 - 06.2024
Successfully led and managed approximately 250 students and 40 staff members in all aspects of elementary school operations, including but not limited to, curriculum and instruction, staff supervision, student discipline, and school budgeting.
Implemented and evaluated effective instruction strategies, including small group instruction, differentiated instruction.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Collaborated with teachers, case managers, and parents to develop and implement individualized educational plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
Supervised and mentored teaching staff and those pursuing advanced degrees, providing professional development opportunities, conducting performance evaluations, and developing school/district improvement plans.
Built strong relationships with parents and the community through effective communication and collaboration of school events, parent and community partnerships, and outreach programs.
Managed school budgets effectively to ensure the efficient use of resources.
Maintained a safe learning environment that focused on positive culture and climate of both staff and students through incentive, reward, and recognition programs.
Successfully addressed disciplinary issues and implemented effective behavior management plans.
Collaborated with district administrators on school/district improvement initiatives.
Experienced in writing school improvement plans and managing the operations of federal-funded grant programs.
Proficient in data analysis and the use of data to inform decision making and planning action steps.
Assistant Principal
Roselle Board of Education
11.2010 - 01.2020
Collaborated with administrative leadership team to successfully remove high school off State School in Need of Improvement list.
Facilitated all State required and National assessments for grades 9-12 by coordinating logistics and training staff on test administration procedures.
Managed and supervised disciplinary consequences assigned to students.
Supported the principal in developing long-term strategic plans for continuous improvement by setting goals, gathering data, and monitoring progress towards established objectives.
Monitored instructional classroom strategies and procedures for English, History, and World Language departments for grades 9-12.
Supervised Second Chance Alternative School (SCAS) program, collaborating on scheduling and best practices to facilitate effective instruction for at-risk youth.
Promoted equity and inclusivity within the school community by implementing culturally responsive practices and addressing diverse student needs.
Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Compiled senior class profiles to analyze academic status, attendance, and post secondary plans.
Title I Supervisor
Roselle Board of Education
07.2007 - 11.2010
Completed and submitted overall data review that supported academic goals for achievement as per the Title I Consolidated Grant application requirements
Coordinated Supplemental Education Service (SES) after school and summer enrichment programs as per allocations granted
Completed test files and records for state/county reporting.
Organized parent meetings and workshops
Participated in various ongoing professional development sessions.
Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
Maintained a secure testing environment by adhering to confidentiality guidelines and security protocols for state and national assessments.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration & Supervision
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
08-2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Lincoln University
Oxford, PA
05-1990
Skills
Employee performance evaluations
Staff management
Verbal and written communication
Training and mentoring
Team collaboration
Data-driven instruction
Student and parent relations
Safety and security procedures
Interpersonal strengths
Professional development planning
School improvements planning
Accomplishments
Woman of Distinction Community Service Award - 2017
Nominated in 1998 for publication in Who’s Who Among Teachers
Timeline
Principal
Roselle Board of Education
08.2020 - 06.2024
Assistant Principal
Roselle Board of Education
11.2010 - 01.2020
Title I Supervisor
Roselle Board of Education
07.2007 - 11.2010
Master of Arts - Education Administration & Supervision