Stinette Benton
Holly Hill
Summary
Diligent Assistant Principal with proven track record in educational leadership and student development. Successfully implemented programs that enhanced student performance and supported teacher growth. Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative environment and effectively manage administrative tasks.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESE Assistant Principal
Volusia County Schools
Port Orange, FL
07.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented innovative instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with faculty to design and implement comprehensive professional development programs.
- Facilitated communication between administration, staff, students, and parents to foster a supportive school environment.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and drive curriculum adjustments for improved academic success.
- Mentored teachers in classroom management techniques, enhancing overall instructional effectiveness within the school community.
- Spearheaded initiatives promoting inclusive practices that addressed diverse learner needs throughout the educational setting.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Assistant Principal, Elementary
Volusia County Schools
Deland, Fl
01.2018 - Current
- Assist principal in establishing and maintaining an effective learning environment.
- Assist the principal in recruiting teachers and staff.
- Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline, as necessary.
- Promotes on-going two-way communication with all stakeholders to enhance educational programming.
- Evaluates the performance of teachers and staff.
- Ensures compliance with ESE policies and procedures.
District Placement Specialist
Volusia County Schools
Deland, Fl
08.2011 - 12.2017
- Monitor ESE student records to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and District policies and procedures.
- Support school staff by providing special education procedural and technical assistance about the assessment, identification, placement, and program review of students receiving exceptional student education services.
- Collaboration with parents, teachers, and school-based support team members to develop and implement quality IEPs, enabling students to progress toward individual goals.
- Provide training and support to district placement specialists.
IEP Facilitator
Volusia County Schools
Deland, Fl
08.2009 - 01.2011
- Facilitate a variety of ESE meetings.
- Monitor compliance of IEP documents for special education students.
- Act as LEA representative, demonstrating knowledge of the availability of resources for ESE students and allocation of those resources.
Extended Day Enrichment Program Facilitator
Volusia County Schools
Deland, Fl
10.2005 - 01.2009
- Efficiently maintained student records and financial records of the program.
- Prudently utilized funds for program enhancement.
- Effectively communicated with school and district administration, staff, parents, and students.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated group leaders.
- Ensured student safety through implementation of EDEP discipline and safety policies, safety training for students, and monitoring of staff.
- Designed, organized, and planned activities to enhance the program.
ESE Mild Varying Exceptionalities Resource Teacher
Volusia County Schools
Deland, Fl
08.2005 - 01.2009
- Planned instruction for ESE students participating in the general education curriculum.
- Participated in Professional Learning Communities to make data driven decisions regarding student progress.
- Member of the School Advisory Council and District Advisory Council.
- Certified in Clinical Education.
- Articulation and Exceptional Student Education Contact.
- Acted as LEA designee for school-based IEP meetings per request.
- Trained teachers in Curriculum Based Measurement.
ESE Mild Varying Exceptionalities Teacher PK-5
Volusia County Schools
Deland, Fl
08.1997 - 08.2005
- Developed and implemented quality IEPs for ESE students.
- Planned and implemented units of instruction in all academic areas for students in kindergarten through fifth grades.
- Provided a highly structured environment using a variety of behavior management techniques.
- Recipient of a Futures Mini Grant for the ESE department.
- Sallie Mae Teacher of the Year Nominee.
ESE Paraprofessional
Volusia County Schools
Deland, Fl
03.1994 - 08.1997
- Assisted the teacher in instructing ESE students in all academic areas.
- Assisted with implementation of the classroom behavior management plan.
- Responsible for monitoring student progress toward IEP goals.
Education
Doctorate Degree - Special Education
Nova-Southeastern University
Ft. Lauderdale, Fl03-2017
Master’s Degree - Administration and Supervision
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ10-2008
B. S. - Business Administration
Bethune-Cookman College
Daytona Beach, FL06-1991
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Faculty support
- Training and mentoring
- Performance evaluations
- IEP development
- Human resources
- Discipline and policy enforcement
- School culture
Certification
- Varying Exceptionalities K-12
- Administration and Supervision
Professional Development
Attended and participated in various professional development from 1994-present. Comprehensive list furnished upon request.
Timeline
ESE Assistant Principal
Volusia County Schools
07.2025 - Current
Assistant Principal, Elementary
Volusia County Schools
01.2018 - Current
District Placement Specialist
Volusia County Schools
08.2011 - 12.2017
IEP Facilitator
Volusia County Schools
08.2009 - 01.2011
Extended Day Enrichment Program Facilitator
Volusia County Schools
10.2005 - 01.2009
ESE Mild Varying Exceptionalities Resource Teacher
Volusia County Schools
08.2005 - 01.2009
ESE Mild Varying Exceptionalities Teacher PK-5
Volusia County Schools
08.1997 - 08.2005
ESE Paraprofessional
Volusia County Schools
03.1994 - 08.1997
Master’s Degree - Administration and Supervision
University of Phoenix
B. S. - Business Administration
Bethune-Cookman College
Doctorate Degree - Special Education
Nova-Southeastern University