Tiffany Nichols
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Consistent Assistant Principal with 20 years in education with 14 years experience in a local charter school. A strong leader with a history of making small but powerful changes to the school climate. Focused educational professional with a master's degree in administration and experience helping students achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives. Dedicated Education Administrator adept at working with teachers and educational professionals to improve lesson plans and curriculum. Well-versed in childhood education strategies and behavior management techniques. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Familiar with the South Carolina Teaching Standards requirements and evaluation process for teachers.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School-administrator
Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success
08.2010 - Current
- Supervised, assessed, and mentored teachers and paraprofessionals.
- Supported teachers in learning and applying new skills through meaningful professional development.
- Developed and implemented plans to minimize misbehavior and maximize learning in a school of 324 kindergarten through 8th-grade students.
- Coordinated school facility use with maintenance personnel to achieve equitable access.
- Handled disciplinary referrals with a calm, logical approach to student behavior.
- Oversaw students and monitored behavior during activities.
- Recruited and hired amazing teachers to support students.
- Served as liaison between parents and students.
- Set academic and behavioral standards for students.
- Established a positive, stimulating learning environment for students and an exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline, and class attendance.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Observed teachers, documented activities, and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
- Verified student grades, attendance, and schedules.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
First Grade Teacher
W.A. Walton Elementary
08.2004 - 06.2010
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Education
Masters in Education - Educational Leadership And Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, United StatesBachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education~ Pre-K Through 6th Grade
Virginia State University
Petersburg, United StatesSkills
- Policies, Procedures Creation, and Implementation
- Standardized Testing Coordinator
- Grant Writing
- Schedule Coordination
- School Event Coordination
- Team Building
- Student Discipline
- Instructional Leadership
- School Administration
- Faculty Management
- Educational Staff Supervision and Evaluation
- Student and Parent Relations
- Communication System Oversight
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Academic Planning
- Elementary and Middle School Education
- Staff Development
- Student Achievement
Timeline
School-administrator
Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success
08.2010 - Current
First Grade Teacher
W.A. Walton Elementary
08.2004 - 06.2010
Masters in Education - Educational Leadership And Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education~ Pre-K Through 6th Grade
Virginia State University
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