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Tanya White, M.Ed., Ed.S.

Tanya White, M.Ed., Ed.S.

Jeffersonville,IN

Summary

Accomplished School Director at Excel Center Clarksville since 2023, leveraging extensive experience as School Counselor and Special Education Teacher in Jefferson County Public Schools from 2000-2020. Expertise in strategic organizational planning and community engagement, resulting in increased student participation through innovative programs while overseeing an over 2 million dollar school budget. Strong written and verbal communication skills enhance creation of inclusive educational environments, driving meaningful change in diverse educational settings.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

School Director

The Excel Center Clarksville
Clarksville, IN
11.2023 - Current

Accountability Performance
● Works directly with the Regional Director to develop and implement school-wide goals around graduation
outcomes, enrollment needs, student achievement, retention, etc.
● Develops graduation and school accountability goals for school success. Strategizes and makes adjustments to
ensure goals are met.
● Establishes internal and external partnerships to enhance student achievement and post-secondary outcomes.
● Ensures a high rate of graduates receiving dual credits and/or approved certifications.
● Reviews graduate data to make adjustments to the college and career programming of the school.
● Tracks school and student data to drive goals for improvement. Develops interventions and professional
development in support of improvement goals.
● Sets and maintains a high-performance culture for staff and students.


Budgeting and Compliance
● Monitors monthly budgets of over 2 million dollars to drive conclusions about students, staffing, and the building. Forecasts future needs
and expenses to manage monthly and yearly budgets.
● Ensures all state and central office reporting requirements are completed in a timely manner.
● Follows central office procedures and requirements for various school functions.
● Maintains compliance with all legal, regulatory, and authorizer obligations of a school leader and special
populations to ensure all students are being served.


Student Recruitment, Enrollment, and Retention
● Proactively manages student recruitment/outreach opportunities to meet enrollment goals.
● Manages the student orientation process to maximize the number of enrolling students.
● Strategizes and makes adjustments to ensure retention of students every term.


Staffing, Evaluation, and Development
● Builds an effective Excel Center team by promoting job opportunities, establishing a prospect network,
interviewing applicants, and selecting qualified candidates for position openings.
● Utilizes staff evaluation and staff input to identify strengths and areas of improvement.
● Implements professional development, training, goal setting, and succession plans for all staff throughout the
school year.

Publishing CEO/Author/Brand Marketing/Radio Host

- SNT Publishing & Media Group
Louisville, KY
12.2005 - Current

Guided 30 authors through book writing and self-publishing processes across United States.

  • Developed and implemented strategic business plans to enhance brand awareness and profitability.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts for goods and services to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Monitored budgetary expenditures for all projects, ensuring financial accountability.
  • Created engaging content for websites, blogs, press releases, articles, and newsletters.

Edited and proofread written materials prior to publication to maintain quality standards.

  • Collaborated with designers to produce graphics that complement written content effectively.
  • Executed marketing strategies that achieved 85% participation in conferences and webinars.

Special Education Accommodations Coordinator

- Goodwill Excel Center
Louisville, KY
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Analyzed student academic progress to assess accommodation referral needs.
  • Conducted small-group and one-on-one instruction for students with disabilities.
  • Collaborated with administrators, teachers, parents, guardians, and external agencies.
  • Contributed to school leadership team initiatives and decision-making processes.
  • Authored department policy and procedure handbooks to ensure compliance.
  • Prepared monthly data reports for senior management review and analysis.

School Counselor Administrator & Teacher

- Jefferson County Public Schools
Louisville, KY
08.2000 - 06.2021
  • Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions addressing academic, social, and emotional issues for 33% of English as a Second Language students.
  • Organized workshops for parents on bullying, anxiety, and college readiness, reducing unsubstantiated bullying reports by 20%.
  • Enhanced parent engagement from 28% to 29% by leveraging technology during virtual learning.
  • Developed a virtual Google platform featuring interactive academic and social-emotional learning resources, engaging 70% of students.
  • Managed school administration operations, including teacher schedules, student registration, and class orientation.
  • Assisted in overseeing school budgets and managing financial resources efficiently.
  • Directed human resources functions such as hiring, training, and policy enforcement for over 75 staff members.
  • Evaluated instructional techniques of teachers as part of the annual evaluation process.

Education

Master of Arts - Education Administration-Principal Certification

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

Master of Arts - School Counseling K-12

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

Master of Arts - Special Education

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

Skills

  • Active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated - Serving in the Louisville Alumnae Chapter on the Social Action and Arts/Letters Committees
  • Weekly Radio Talk Show Host on Louisville's premier gospel station, WLLV
  • Weekly Podcast Host on wwwenvisionedbroadcastingcom
  • Board Member of the Louisville Literary Arts Organization

SKILLS

  • Administrative Leadership
  • Strategic Organizational Planning
  • Staff Leadership, Development and Mentorship
  • Exceptional Written, Digital and Oral Communication Skills
  • Human Resource and Performance Improvement Management
  • Firm Knowledge of the American Disabilities Act/504 Documents
  • Work Systems Development and Process Implementation
  • Writing/Self-Publishing Consulting and Brand Development
  • Marketing and Promotions Campaign Creation and Execution
  • Public Speaking
  • Media Communications
  • Solutions-Focused
  • Web Content Creation
  • Community Relationship Building

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS/APPEARANCES

  • Workshop facilitator at Goodwill Education Initiatives annual GEMS Conferences and National Excel Center Conferences on the topic of Developing Champion Leaders and A Champion School Culture
  • “Featured Author on Delta Authors On Tour”. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. National Arts and Letters Commission Tour. Lexington, KY. 2022
  • "Becoming a Media Magnet Before Your Book Is Released." Louisville Literary Arts Writers Black Festival. Louisville, KY. 2022 & 2023.
  • “Master of Ceremony For Women Of Color Political Candidates Meet and Greet”. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Social Action Committee Event. Louisville, KY. 2022.
  • “Panel Expert-Author Branding”. The Publishers Summit: The Business of Publishing. Virtual Conference. 2022.
  • “How To Be A 5-Star Leader In Both Turbulent and Triumphant Times.” HRC Virtual Women’s Leadership Conference. Louisville, KY, 2021.
  • “Panel Session Host and Guest Interviewer”. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. -Women on the Run Forum. Louisville, KY, 2020.
  • “New Century Leadership”. New Century Leadership Cohort Academy. Louisville, KY, 2019.
  • “How to Build a 5-Star School Counseling Program”. – Jefferson County School Counselors Conference. Louisville, KY. 2016.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office, Google Applications, Social Media, Canva Graphic Design, WordPress

Timeline

School Director

The Excel Center Clarksville
11.2023 - Current

Special Education Accommodations Coordinator

- Goodwill Excel Center
05.2023 - 10.2023

Publishing CEO/Author/Brand Marketing/Radio Host

- SNT Publishing & Media Group
12.2005 - Current

School Counselor Administrator & Teacher

- Jefferson County Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2021

Master of Arts - Education Administration-Principal Certification

University of Louisville

Master of Arts - School Counseling K-12

University of Louisville

Master of Arts - Special Education

University of Louisville

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Louisville
Tanya White, M.Ed., Ed.S.
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