Trina Mitchener, EdD
Chester,VA
Summary
Highly skilled Associate Principal with robust leadership experience in educational settings. Possess strong strategic planning capabilities, adept at staff development, curriculum design, and fostering positive school culture. Contributed significantly to achieving academic goals and improving school operations. Exhibit solid communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to student success.
Sharp and focused professional offering several years of expertise in education leadership. Dedicated to success of students, faculty and families with focus on addressing individuals while maintaining overall compliance with procedures and academic performance. Flexible and professional by using compassion with gentle discipline.
Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to pulse of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Principal
Petersburg City Public Schools
Petersburg, VA
11.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve school curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
- Oversaw the development of comprehensive school improvement plans.
- Collaborated with staff to identify, develop, and implement effective teaching practices.
- Provided support for teachers in the areas of instructional planning and delivery.
- Monitored student progress through data analysis and classroom observations.
- Facilitated professional learning communities to ensure continuous growth of staff members.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss students' academic performance and behavior.
- Coordinated special projects related to district initiatives or state regulations.
- Served on various committees that addressed issues such as budgeting, staffing, safety protocols.
- Analyzed test scores from standardized tests and developed action plans to address any deficiencies.
- Evaluated teacher performance according to established criteria and provided feedback accordingly.
- Lead faculty meetings to discuss goals, progress reports, policies and procedures updates.
- Maintained a positive relationship with parents by responding promptly to inquiries or concerns.
- Participated in community events such as career fairs or open houses to promote the school district.
- Enforced disciplinary procedures in accordance with school board policies while maintaining fairness.
- Reviewed student records regularly for accuracy and ensured compliance with state laws and regulations.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams based on student interests and skills.
- Created innovative solutions for addressing challenges faced by both students and faculty members.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Interacted positively with staff to demonstrate professional conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.
- Informed students and parents of policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.
- Encouraged and voiced positive feedback to mentor and motivate new teachers.
- Collaborated with parents and administrators to drive problem resolution and enforce discipline.
- Monitored school administration activity and implemented policies to support student safety, inclusion and academic success.
- Met and listened to student concerns to encourage, guide, and assist, resulting in improved academics.
- Developed and tracked benchmarks for measuring institutional success to help teachers maximize teaching potential.
- Oversaw afterschool programs and monitored activities for safe and encouraging learning environment.
- Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement aligned with district, state and local initiatives.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
Principal
Petersburg City Public Schools (Pleasants Lane)
Petersburg, VA
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal laws related to education programs, student rights and safety regulations.
- Directed the implementation of district initiatives such as Response to Intervention program, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports system and 1, 1 technology integration plan.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
- Organized regular meetings with faculty members to discuss issues related to instruction, assessment strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Served as a liaison between school administration, local government agencies and external organizations involved in providing educational services.
- Assessed current teaching methods and techniques used by staff members in order to provide feedback on their effectiveness.
- Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
- Reviewed test scores from standardized tests administered at different grade levels in order to track academic progress over time.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Oversaw school budgets, documented changes and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Monitored school administration activity and implemented policies to support student safety, inclusion and academic success.
- Encouraged and voiced positive feedback to mentor and motivate new teachers.
- Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement aligned with district, state and local initiatives.
- Met and listened to student concerns to encourage, guide, and assist, resulting in improved academics.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions.
- Oversaw afterschool programs and monitored activities for safe and encouraging learning environment.
- Developed and tracked benchmarks for measuring institutional success to help teachers maximize teaching potential.
- Developed platform for instructional practices design through data-driven decision-making.
Extended Learning Coordinator
Petersburg City Public Schools
Petersburg, VA
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Monitored and maintained extended learning grants for each school in Petersburg City Public Schools
- Implemented programs that were student centered around STEAM
- Assisted with several grants (writing, implementing of grants)
Education
Doctor of Education - Organizational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2024
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Elizbeth City State University
Elizabeth City05-1988
Licensure - Administration & Supervision
The George Washington University
Washington, DCSkills
- Operations Management
- Data-driven decision-making
- Innovation and Creativity
- Quantitative Researcher
- Executive Team Leader
- School-based Leader
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Build, Empower, and Train Future Leaders
- Visionary
Timeline
Associate Principal
Petersburg City Public Schools
11.2022 - Current
Principal
Petersburg City Public Schools (Pleasants Lane)
09.2019 - 06.2022
Extended Learning Coordinator
Petersburg City Public Schools
02.2019 - 09.2019
Doctor of Education - Organizational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Elizbeth City State University
Licensure - Administration & Supervision
The George Washington University
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