Tina McDaniel
Kent,WA
Summary
Dynamic leader and educator at Tahoma School District, adept in crisis management and fostering student engagement. Spearheaded teacher training, enhanced school culture, and led diversity initiatives. Proven track record in improving student success and safety through strategic planning and effective communication. Skilled in parental communication and academic intervention, ensuring a cohesive educational environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
Tahoma School District
Maple Valley, WA
09.2017 - Current
- Oversaw disciplinary processes with restorative practices, equity, and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, staff, and district administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
- Helped teachers develop and diversify instruction to better serve students of different skill levels and backgrounds.
- Spearheaded training initiatives for teachers by leading classes on topics such as DESSA (Aperture) and Proactive Classroom Management.
- Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively to maximize the impact on student success.
- Chaired hiring committees for 20+ new core faculty members for Classified staff and Paraeducators.
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
- School and District lead for school-wide PBIS implementation, ongoing staff development, and data driven decision making.
- Partnered with senior administration to create cohesive vision, balancing structure and creative expression to drive productive student learning.
- Developed strategic initiatives to address crucial areas such as student success, diversity, and inclusion.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance.
- Mentored new faculty and staff members to promote professional growth and enhance their contributions to the institution.
- Managed assemblies to recognize student achievement.
- Enhanced school spirit by coordinating extracurricular activities that promoted camaraderie among students.
- Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent relations initiatives.
- Created master schedule, student transitions, and para educator schedules.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Provided leadership in crisis management situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all community members.
Teacher
Tahoma School District
Maple Valley, Wa
09.2006 - 08.2017
- Taught inclusion model classrooms for (looping) first and second grade.
- Team taught fifth grade with two tenured teachers for a slow start transition for the middle school model with a focus on ELA and Social Studies.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- ELA and SEL leads for fifth grade.
- District diversity representative for MTSS and PBIS initiatives.
- PBIS co-facilitator for Rock Creek Elementary School.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Education
Certification For Principalship And Administration - Administration
Whitworth University
Spokane, WA05.2023
Ed.D - Doctorate of Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN06.2020
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA03.2006
Master of Arts - Educational Technology
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN09.2010
Skills
- Parental Communication
- Student Engagement
- Crisis Management
- Student Development
- Behavioral Management
- Academic Intervention
- Teacher Development
- Multicultural Competence
- Multi-tiered Support Systems
- Planning and Coordination
- Instructional and Intervention Support
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of school counselors to research and pilot Social Emotional screener (DESSA).
- Partnered with SEL implementations to present at NWPBIS conferences.
- Supervised 29 classified staff members.
- COVID Supervisor 2020-2023, coordinated asynchronous learning, online interventions, student engagement, and family resources. Supervised SPED staff members to provide services to students.
Timeline
Dean of Students
Tahoma School District
09.2017 - Current
Teacher
Tahoma School District
09.2006 - 08.2017
Certification For Principalship And Administration - Administration
Whitworth University
Ed.D - Doctorate of Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Central Washington University
Master of Arts - Educational Technology
American College of Education