Tracie Prevost
Hanover,MD
Summary
Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 19 years of experience as a principal for elementary school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Principal
Prince George County Public Schools
08.2005 - Current
- Enhanced school performance by implementing data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement strategies.
- Strengthened teacher collaboration through the establishment of professional learning communities focused on student achievement.
- Reduced disciplinary issues by developing a comprehensive behavior management plan tailored to individual student needs.
- Facilitated parent engagement by organizing workshops, meetings, and regular communication to address concerns and support student success.
- Worked to address and solve concerns with fidelity.
- Lead by example and conducted oneself in a professional manner.
- Monitored the effectiveness of quarterly data sources used in the instructional program.
- Championed diversity initiatives aimed at creating a more inclusive school environment for students from various cultural backgrounds.
- Evaluated teacher performance using multiple measures including observation data, student growth outcomes, and stakeholder feedback for informed decision-making on staffing matters.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Maintained open lines of communication with staff, parents, and community members through regular updates on school progress, challenges encountered, and future plans for continued growth.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Cultivated a positive school culture by promoting staff recognition programs and fostering open communication among all stakeholders.
- Improved instructional practices through ongoing coaching, mentoring, and targeted professional development opportunities for teachers.
- Promoted community partnerships to enhance educational experiences for students through guest speakers, field trips, and collaborative events.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and district policies regarding curriculum standards, assessment reporting, and special education services.
Assistant Principal
Prince George's Public Schools
07.1997 - 06.2005
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with faculty to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, increasing student engagement across subjects.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Built strong relationships with local community organizations for outreach efforts supporting both student learning and school reputation.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Prince George's Public Schools
08.1990 - 06.1997
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and real-life examples in lessons.
- Boosted classroom morale with positive reinforcement and recognition of achievements.
- Improved parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings and providing progress updates.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
- Assessed student performance through regular testing, providing constructive feedback and tailored support for improvement.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Championed school-wide initiatives promoting literacy and numeracy skills among students.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, creating a respectful and inclusive classroom environment.
- Organized field trips, guest speakers, and extracurricular activities to enhance the curriculum and engage students beyond the classroom setting.
- Utilized data-driven instruction practices to identify areas needing improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Dillard University
New Orleans, LA05.1990
Skills
- Standardized Testing
- Budget Creation
- Community Engagement
- Relationship Building and Networking
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Team Building
- Communications Expert
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Conflict Resolution
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Effective Leadership
Affiliations
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
- Union Representative for Elementary Principals
- Parent Teacher Organization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Elementary Principal
Prince George County Public Schools
08.2005 - Current
Assistant Principal
Prince George's Public Schools
07.1997 - 06.2005
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Prince George's Public Schools
08.1990 - 06.1997
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Bowie State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Dillard University
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