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Sue McHann

Modesto,CA

Summary

To secure the principal position at Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School. Eleven years as an elementary school principal with expertise in instructional leadership, scholarly achievement, relationship and team building, and student support services. Organizational leader who exercises honed competencies in data-driven decision making and developing, implementing, and executing performance-enhancing programs to improve student, staff and parent outcomes.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

Modesto City Schools
Modesto, CA
07.2013 - Current
  • Cultivated positive, impactful relationships between school staff and stakeholders
  • Incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness
  • Introduced modifications to Distance Learning curriculum and introduced effective instructional techniques
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher effectiveness
  • Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior
  • Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training, effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modifications
  • Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home
  • Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback
  • Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote positive interaction with students and families Coordinated yearly operations and budget
  • Coached induction principals as well as provided peer coaching to new principals.
  • Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators
  • Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs
  • Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.

Instructional Coach

Modesto City Schools
08.2012 - 06.2013
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
  • Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
  • Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with administrators, staff, and parents on various initiatives.
  • Developed successful interventions for struggling students by creating targeted instructional plans based on their unique needs.
  • Increased student engagement through the implementation of innovative teaching techniques and resources.
  • Increased literacy benchmarks through modeling instructional strategies and feedback

District- Teacher

Sylvan Union School, Woodrow Elementary and Somerset Middle Schools
Modesto, CA
08.2002 - 06.2012
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning goals
  • Communicated frequently with school partners to improve student outcomes
  • Somerset Leadership Team member (6th grade chair)
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student learning
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
  • Networked with other educators to promote awareness of advanced teaching practices and development of 21st Century skills
  • Work Experience (continued) Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with special needs
  • Met with administrators to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods
  • Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities

Education

Master of Arts - Education Administration

California State University
Turlock, CA
06.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

California State University Stanislaus
12.2001

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA
12.2000

Skills

  • School Community Relations
  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Education Administration
  • Academic Administration
  • Educational Staff Supervision
  • Safety and Security Procedures
  • Student Achievement
  • Education Excellence
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Instructional Leadership

Affiliations

2022 ACSA Elementary Administrator of the Year Nominee 2022 Modesto City School Elementary Administrator of the Year District Budget Advisory Committee Member District Health and Wellness Committee Member Principal Mentor, Coach and Induction Advisor Teaching and Learning Elementary Principal Designee

Timeline

Principal

Modesto City Schools
07.2013 - Current

Instructional Coach

Modesto City Schools
08.2012 - 06.2013

District- Teacher

Sylvan Union School, Woodrow Elementary and Somerset Middle Schools
08.2002 - 06.2012

Master of Arts - Education Administration

California State University

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

California State University Stanislaus

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Modesto Junior College

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