Traci Price
Waddell,AZ
Summary
Results driven leader with a proven track record at Maricopa County, enhancing customer satisfaction and employee performance through innovative training programs and effective problem-solving. Skilled in Program Evaluation and Advanced Communication, adept at collaborating across teams to exceed project expectations. Achieved significant improvements in staff retention and operational efficiency.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Acceleration Specialist
Maricopa County
07.2022 - Current
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Conducted comprehensive data analysis to inform strategic decisions.
- Facilitated workshops for professional development for all stakeholders.
- Utilized Student-Centered Coaching and Learning Acceleration Techniques to create collaborative team teaching protocols in classrooms that prioritized access to grade level content for all learners.
Peer Evaluator
Maricopa County Education Service Agency
10.2012 - 06.2022
- Provided valuable input during proposal writing processes, contributing to successful project acquisitions for the organization.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism when dealing with sensitive information or challenging situations during the course of an evaluation.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among colleagues by presenting key insights from completed evaluations at internal meetings.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing evaluation frameworks, identifying areas for improvement or adaptation based on changing circumstances or needs.
- Evaluated educators across the county in multiple school districts to provide specific feedback and design professional development opportunities to strengthen instructional practices, increase student achievement and support school improvement plans.
Assistant Principal
Dysart Unified School District
06.2009 - 10.2012
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Created and implemented data analysis protocols utilized in professional learning communities across grade levels to enhance instructional practices and monitor learning progress of all students.
- Designed the differentiated year-long professional development plans to meet school goals as well as individual educator goal plans.
- Partnered in the hiring process and created exit interviews to determine how to best retain quality employees.
High School Varsity Volleyball Coach
Dysart Unified School District
05.2009 - 05.2010
- Participated in the hiring and evaluating of junior varsity and freshman volleyball coaches.
- Set up the protocols for practice plans and skills training for the volleyball program.
- Focused on developing athlete leadership qualities through regular goal-setting sessions designed to empower individuals both on and off the court.
- Developed tailored strength training programs for each athlete based on their specific needs to improve overall performance levels.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training programs and practice sessions.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas of improvement and design targeted practice drills for increased effectiveness on the court.
- Adapted coaching style according to unique needs of each athlete while still maintaining a consistent team approach.
- Coordinated fundraising events for the volleyball program, supporting equipment purchases and travel expenses.
- Managed inventory of uniforms, equipment, and supplies while maintaining budgets set by the school administration.
- Mentored student-athletes on academic requirements and time management skills to maintain eligibility.
- Implemented regular evaluations for players to track their progress and make necessary adjustments in training and strategies.
Educator/Instructional Coach
Dysart Unified School District
03.2004 - 06.2009
- Focused on developing athlete leadership qualities through regular goal-setting sessions designed to empower individuals both on and off the court.
- Developed tailored strength training programs for each athlete based on their specific needs to improve overall performance levels.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training programs and practice sessions.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas of improvement and design targeted practice drills for increased effectiveness on the court.
- Led pre-game preparations including warm-ups, stretching routines, and reviewing game strategies with players.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Auburn Universtiy
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology/ Counseling
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZMaster of Arts - Educational Leadership-Principal Certification
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZSkills
- Administration and supervision principles
- Documentation Management
- Advanced Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
- Program Evaluation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Task Prioritization
- Project Planning
- Decision-Making
- Process Improvement
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Quality Assurance
Additional Information
Former collegiate athlete with expertise in strength training, volleyball and swimming programs. Former high school and club volleyball coach and I have also previously worked for the city of Peoria Parks and Rec program over the summer running the volleyball skills and development program.
Timeline
Learning Acceleration Specialist
Maricopa County
07.2022 - Current
Peer Evaluator
Maricopa County Education Service Agency
10.2012 - 06.2022
Assistant Principal
Dysart Unified School District
06.2009 - 10.2012
High School Varsity Volleyball Coach
Dysart Unified School District
05.2009 - 05.2010
Educator/Instructional Coach
Dysart Unified School District
03.2004 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Auburn Universtiy
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology/ Counseling
Northern Arizona University
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership-Principal Certification
Northern Arizona University
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