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Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
MSD Of Decatur Township
Indianapolis, IN
08.2022 - Current
Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
Implemented consistent uniform policies students to apply and increase compliance.
Optimized student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.
Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent relations initiatives.
Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
Remote Teacher
MSD Of Decatur Township
Indianapolis, IN
08.2021 - 07.2022
Taught Kindergarten, First, and Second Graders Virtually
Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet state and national standards.
Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Assistant Principal
MSD Of Decatur Township
Indianapolis, IN
07.2015 - 08.2021
Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
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.
Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
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.
Supported hiring, training and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information and assess employee thoughts.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
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.
Verified adherence to state, federal and private funding source requirements across programs and outcomes.
Classroom Teacher
MSD Of Decatur Township
Indianapolis, IN
08.2008 - 06.2015
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
Impacted lessons positively by incorporating smart boards, computers, games and music into classroom.
Education
Master Gardner - Horticulture & Botany
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
12.2020
Psychology Certification - The Science of Well-Being
Yale University
New Haven, CT
06.2020
Grant Writing Certification - Effective Grant Proposal Writing
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN
09.2016
Master of Arts - Building Level Administration
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
05.2008
Skills
Staff Development
Crisis Intervention
Curriculum Development
Event Planning
Administrative Support
Data Analysis
Office Management
Staff Management
Public Speaking
Self-Motivated
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Dean of Students
MSD Of Decatur Township
08.2022 - Current
Remote Teacher
MSD Of Decatur Township
08.2021 - 07.2022
Assistant Principal
MSD Of Decatur Township
07.2015 - 08.2021
Classroom Teacher
MSD Of Decatur Township
08.2008 - 06.2015
Master Gardner - Horticulture & Botany
Purdue University
Psychology Certification - The Science of Well-Being
Yale University
Grant Writing Certification - Effective Grant Proposal Writing
University of Notre Dame
Master of Arts - Building Level Administration
University of Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Indianapolis
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