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Teresa Palma

Teresa Palma

Education Leadership
Clayton,NC

Summary

Dynamic educator and leader with extensive experience at North Carolina Public Schools, specializing in curriculum design and crisis resolution. Successfully implemented innovative teaching strategies that significantly enhanced student engagement and academic achievement. Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder engagement and interpersonal communication, fostering improved learning environments and collaboration among teams. Committed to advancing educational practices that elevate student outcomes.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Educator

Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, NC
08.2024 - Current
  • Made special accommodations to integrate students with ADD, ADHD and other learning disabilities.
  • Implemented strategies to ensure all students had access to technology for educational purposes.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
  • Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the individual needs of students.
  • Integrated multi-media tools such as videos, slideshows, audio recordings into lessons when appropriate.
  • Conducted individual or small group tutoring sessions as needed for struggling students.
  • Established expectations for student behavior while maintaining an atmosphere of mutual respect.

Private Nanny

Self-employeed
Tampa, FL
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.

Educator

Hillsborough County Schools
Tampa, FL
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Delivered daily lessons to over 200 students in the subjects of fashion design and culinary arts at a specialized middle school for the arts.
  • Evaluated data and used measurements to plan, coordinate and advance student progress.
  • Created strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
  • Organized activities and resources to promote student engagement in learning.

Flight Attendant

Delta Airlines Regional Services Endeavor Air
New York, NY
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Anticipated needs of passengers to enhance comfort and promote enjoyable flight.
  • Enforced FAA and airline rules with passengers in business, economy and first class.
  • Inspected cabins before and after flights to identify and address problems impacting flight operations, safety or passenger comfort.
  • Implemented Delta's best practices for exceptional passenger experience.
  • Delivered high-quality food service to both first-class and main cabin patrons.

Federal Program Coordinator

Cabarrus County Schools
Concord , NC
06.2014 - 10.2019
  • Conducted research into best practices for program delivery, including methods for increasing efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to meet program objectives and deadlines.
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
  • Conducted regular program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes.
  • Monitored program budgets, expenditures, and resource utilization while making recommendations as needed.
  • Organized special events related to the promotion or awareness of the program's mission or purpose.
  • Prepared detailed reports for stakeholders, highlighting program achievements and challenges.
  • Developed and maintained budgets for various programs, optimizing resource allocation.
  • Evaluated performance data against established objectives to measure success of programs.
  • Implemented tracking systems for participant engagement, enhancing program effectiveness.
  • Coordinated deployment of two district-wide learning management systems.

Assistant Principal

NC K12 Public Education
Concord, NC
08.2008 - 06.2014
  • Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
  • Oversaw day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
  • Intervened when necessary to ensure compliance with state laws concerning education.
  • Served as a liaison between the school administration and community groups or organizations.
  • Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
  • Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
  • Investigated incidents involving disciplinary action against students or faculty members.
  • Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators and parents regarding student performance issues.
  • Attended conferences related to educational leadership or policy making.
  • Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
  • Coordinated professional development activities for faculty members to enhance instructional practices.
  • Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.
  • Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement aligned with district, state and local initiatives.
  • Directed school human resources including hiring, training, policy enforcement, and legal compliance.
  • Supervised the maintenance of accurate student records including attendance, grades, health records and special needs assessments.
  • Analyzed data collected from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement in instruction or curriculum design.
  • Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff.
  • Displayed strong decision making abilities and confidence to staff and students.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
  • Contributed to schools at all grade levels within diverse North Carolina districts over six years.

High School Teacher

NC K12 Public Education
Concord, NC
01.1995 - 08.2008
  • Enhanced student creativity by instructing a diverse range of learners in Family and Consumer Sciences.
  • Encouraged creativity by developing innovative teaching strategies and approaches.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet individual student needs.
  • Advised students regarding academic decisions or career paths related to their educational goals.
  • Facilitated multi-disciplinary FACS subjects throughout years of teaching experience.

Education

Master of Arts - Education Leadership

George Washington University
Washington D.C.
08-2007

Bachelor of Science - Education

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
12-1994

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Peace College
Raleigh, NC
05-1992

Skills

  • Expertise in Professional Training
  • Leadership Training
  • Expertise in Relevant Subjects
  • Curriculum Design
  • Teaching and Learning Leadership
  • Crisis Resolution Skills
  • Expense Oversight
  • Online Education Administration
  • Effective Team Collaboration
  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Performance Assessment
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Effective Conflict Management
  • Quality Improvement Initiatives
  • Policy Adherence

Accomplishments

  • Graduate of UNC Chapel Hill World View's Global Leadership Program
  • Outstanding Civilian Service for USARMY 422
  • Fuel Ed Innovative Leader 2019
  • GWU Outstanding Graduate
  • Top Graduate of Flight Attendant Training

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CulturePaid time offHealthcare benefits

Quote

Outliers are those who have been given opportunities and who have had the strength and presence of mind to seize them.
Malcolm Gladwell

Software

Microsoft suite

Google suite

Various LMS

Asana

CANVAS

Adept with Apple and Microsoft technology for education one-to-one settings

Interests

Aviation

Travel

All things culinary arts

Roller Coaster Enthusiast

I am an artist in the following mediums: oil, water color, and pencil

Timeline

Educator

Wake County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current

Private Nanny

Self-employeed
11.2023 - 05.2024

Flight Attendant

Delta Airlines Regional Services Endeavor Air
08.2022 - 01.2023

Educator

Hillsborough County Schools
01.2022 - 10.2023

Federal Program Coordinator

Cabarrus County Schools
06.2014 - 10.2019

Assistant Principal

NC K12 Public Education
08.2008 - 06.2014

High School Teacher

NC K12 Public Education
01.1995 - 08.2008

Master of Arts - Education Leadership

George Washington University

Bachelor of Science - Education

East Carolina University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Peace College

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