Michele Roberts
Portland,OR
Summary
Displaying over a decade of educational administration across all grade levels, showcasing a steadfast commitment to an asset-based perspective, and developing the capacity to lead for social justice. Acknowledged for unwavering reliability, a profound dedication to lifelong learning, and possessing a comprehensive knowledge base driving a culture of academic excellence, inclusion, and equity across educational settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Principal
Shawnee Local Schools
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Led a team of educators in implementing evidence-based instructional practices, resulting in an over 80% proficiency in English Language Arts and over 86% in math schoolwide.
- Implemented a comprehensive curriculum framework, coordinating with teachers and staff to ensure alignment with state standards and student learning objectives.
- Committed to racial equity, social justice, and creating an inclusive and empowering atmosphere for all stakeholders.
- Developed and supervised a school-wide positive behavior management system (PBIS), promoting a positive and inclusive school culture.
- Focused on restorative discipline practices, centering school culture on reconciliation, empathy, and accountability, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment for all students and staff.
- Collaborated with parents and community stakeholders to establish a strong partnership, organizing regular workshops and events that enhanced parental involvement and support in students' education.
- Responsible for comprehensive teacher evaluation, providing strategic instructional coaching and overseeing diverse HR tasks, ensuring the cultivation of a dynamic and empowered faculty, dedicated to fostering student success and continuous professional growth.
- Modeled adaptability and resilience in leadership, promoting a culture of openness to change for continuous improvement.
Assistant Principal
Napoleon Junior/Senior High School
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Led Positive Behavioral Supports & Interventions (PBIS) Committee from vision and planning stage through first year of implementation
- Established rapport with students, staff, parents and family members
- Used Trauma-Informed Care practices as well as Restorative Justice in discipline techniques
- Served as Title IX Compliance Officer for the District
- Served as a member of the District LPDC Committee
- Used discipline data to create individualized and group behavior plans, Behavioral Intervention Plans, etc
- Provided instructional leadership along with coaching and support to teachers, including both formal and informal observations cycles with feedback
- Completed certified and classified evaluation cycles.
- Worked closely with intervention specialists and general education staff to create and monitor 504 & IEPs
Title One Reading Teacher
Lima North Middle School
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Wrote and implemented a full, multi-cultural curriculum for a diverse group of 6th grade students.
- Used and taught varying literacy models.
- Taught a diverse student body, including students with individualized education plans, English Language Learners, and gifted students.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Grant Coordinator
University of Toledo
12.2011 - 10.2012
- Coordinated the planning and preparation of University Faculty grant proposals.
- Prepared and presented comprehensive budget justifications.
- Assists University applicants in the grant proposal process.
- Emphasis on budget development, review, and proposal submission.
- Reviews and assures data integrity of pre- and post-award project information in complex Research & Sponsored Programs database for Federal, State, Private and Corporate funded awards.
- Conducted routine compliance reviews of grant programs.
- Managed post-award services and oversaw state and federal grant awards for compliance with uniform guidance and grant-specific requirements.
- Strategized with client development team members to manage budget and synchronize volunteer efforts to boost funding initiatives.
Grant Manager
City of Woodburn
07.2008 - 07.2011
- Served as administrator and curriculum coordinator for two elementary after school programs, a drop-in teen center, and a 'Cops & Kids' program.
- Directed and coordinated the evaluation and monitoring of grant funds, program goals and student achievement.
- Supervised both full and part time after school and teen center staff.
- Developed, managed and administered yearly grant budget.
- Maintained existing and developed new business/community partnerships in a diverse community.
- Managed press releases and media for all programs, including print, digital, and television.
- Coordinated various community meetings, information nights, festivals, clean-up events, and community events.
Program Coordinator- SUN Site Manager
Metropolitan Family Service
10.2006 - 07.2008
- Hired, supervised, trained, and evaluated up to 15 part-time staff members in any given term.
- Created training materials and curriculum for staff.
- Developed and maintained existing and new business/community partnerships
- Co-managed and administered a significant yearly grant budget.
- Responsible for all community outreach, press releases, and media coordination.
- Created annual plans for program based on grant requirements and school improvement plan.
- Assembled Advisory Board and facilitated monthly meetings.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
Education
Superintendent Licensure - Educational Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05.2024
Principal Licensure Program - Educational Administration
The University of Findlay
Findlay, OH01.2016
Master's of Business Administration -
George Fox University
Newberg, OR12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Mills College
Oakland, CA05.2003
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Human Resources
- Group Facilitation and Presentations
- Operations Oversight
- Relationship Building and Networking
- Special Education
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Staff Development
- Instructional Leadership
Websites
Certification
- Oregon Administrator License, Pre-k - 12
- Oregon Teacher License, ELA
- Ohio Superintendent License
- Ohio Teacher License, ELA 5-9
- Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) Evaluator
Affiliations
- Ohio Association Elementary Schools Association (OAESA)
- OASSA Women's Leadership Committee Member
Professional References
- Jude Meyers, Superintendent, Shawnee Local Schools, 419-680-1840, jude@limashawnee.com
- Amber Straub, Director of Development & Assessment, 419-419-230-0727, amber@limashawnee.com
- Erik Belcher, Superintendent, Napoleon Jr/Sr High School, 419-966-0990, erik.belcher@napoleonareaschools.org
- Wendy Nashu, Student Services & Curriculum Director, Napoleon Area Schools, 419-438-3490, wnashu@yahoo.org
- Elizabeth French, Intervention Specialist, Napoleon Jr/Sr High School, 419-966-5689, Elizabeth.french@napoleonareaschools.org
Quote
Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.
Arthur Ashe
Timeline
Elementary Principal
Shawnee Local Schools
08.2022 - 07.2024
Assistant Principal
Napoleon Junior/Senior High School
08.2018 - 07.2022
Title One Reading Teacher
Lima North Middle School
08.2014 - 06.2018
Grant Coordinator
University of Toledo
12.2011 - 10.2012
Grant Manager
City of Woodburn
07.2008 - 07.2011
Program Coordinator- SUN Site Manager
Metropolitan Family Service
10.2006 - 07.2008
Superintendent Licensure - Educational Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
Principal Licensure Program - Educational Administration
The University of Findlay
Master's of Business Administration -
George Fox University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Mills College
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