Dedicated school leader and professional with history of meeting district goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the educational experience. Reliable employee who has excellent communication and good judgment. Focused education professional with master's degree in administration and experience helping students achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Principal
Pickerington Local School District, Fairfield El
08.2022 - Current
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Created schedules and lesson plans for grades K3-8 classes to increase student readiness, participation, and achievement.
Met with students, parents to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Maintained accurate and complete records for 85-350 students.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Observed teachers using Educator Effectiveness.
Created schedules for staff.
Facilitated professional development for staff to improve teacher practice.
Created a safe and welcoming learning environment for staff and students.
Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
Collaborated with system's comptroller to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
High School Principal
Pickerington Local Schools, PHSC
11.2012 - 08.2022
Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
Coordinated yearly operations and staff budget, tracked expenses and documented actions.
Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Supported hiring, training and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information and assess employee thoughts.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote teaching staff and administrative personnel's positive interaction with students and families.
Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
Assistant Principal
Pickerington Local Schools, PHSC
08.2010 - 11.2012
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Pickerington Local Schools, Harmon MS
08.1998 - 06.2010
Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
Interim Dean of Students
Pickerington Local Schools, Heritage EL
01.2009 - 06.2009
Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Pickerington Local School - District Wide
08.1994 - 08.1998
Developed and implemented the Adapted PE program for the district.
Interacted with other members of team in staff and IEP meetings to discuss student progress and adjust plans to meet changing demands.
Established and maintained standards of behavior to create safe, orderly and effective environments for learning.
Identified and participated in variety of different activities with students to enhance muscle development.
Wrote or modified individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with physical disabilities.
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