Stacy Mains
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Dedicated and experienced veteran educator committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive school community that prioritizes connection, growth, and acceptance. Collaborating closely with families, strives to empower students and promote their academic success by emphasizing positive behavior and consistent attendance. As a relationship-driven Dean of Students, primary focus is to create an environment that maximizes student learning through the development of a positive student culture and structured, supportive spaces. With a compassionate and analytical approach, effectively addresses and resolves behavior issues while maintaining a strong disciplinary framework. Additionally, possesses strong organizational skills to oversee daily activities and plan impactful special events.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dean of Students
Glacier View Junior High
07.2024 - Current
- Helped teachers develop and diversify instruction to better serve students of different skill levels and backgrounds.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
- Partnered with senior administration to create cohesive vision, balancing structure and creative expression to drive productive student learning.
- Coordinated smooth mealtimes and student transitions.
- Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent relations initiatives.
- Cell phone and technology management systems
Owner Operator
Mains Family Rentals
06.2000 - Current
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior rental service to customers.
Social Emotional Learning Teacher
Puyallup School District
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Designed activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Implemented and supported Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Collaborated with educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented individual behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Cooperated closely with parents and guardians to address students' academic and behavioral issues.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Counseled individuals and small groups of children, focusing on personal, social and emotional growth and development.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Promoted physical, intellectual, social, cultural and emotional well-being of children.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Planned and led group activities to promote learning and social skills.
- Created safe and positive environment conducive to learning and activities.
Junior High Principal Intern
Puyallup School District
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed effective school improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Research and implement MTSS supports schoolwide.
- Created and lead continuing professional Training.
- Student management in attendance, discipline, and supervision.
- Represent school and district in community events.
- Support positive climate and PBIS with restorative justice.
Educator
Puyallup School District
04.1994 - 09.2022
- Met to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Trained and supervised new teachers.
- Collaborated with administrators to develop school-wide initiatives promoting academic excellence.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instruction.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA06.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, Washington06.1994
Skills
- Curriculum Adoption & Alignment
- Vertical teaming / Pacing guide
- State testing administration
- Data analysis for student progress
- DEI Professional Development
- SEL Curriculum training and implementation
- GLAD training and support
- PLC implementation
- AVID training and support
- Danielson Evaluations training
- IEP Supports
- 504 Supports
- Creating Positive School Climate
- Pro -Development for staff
- Crisis management
- Behavioral management
- Multi Tiered Systems of Support
- Safety Team
- CARE Team
- Site Team
Certification
- Washington State Teacher Certificate, 1994-Current
- National Board-Certified Teacher, 2010-Current
- Principal Certificate, 2024
Timeline
Dean of Students
Glacier View Junior High
07.2024 - Current
Junior High Principal Intern
Puyallup School District
07.2023 - 06.2024
Social Emotional Learning Teacher
Puyallup School District
09.2022 - 06.2024
Owner Operator
Mains Family Rentals
06.2000 - Current
Educator
Puyallup School District
04.1994 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Eastern Washington University
Master of Arts - Education
Lesley University
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