Valerie Wright-Harris
Tamarac,FL
Summary
Highly motivated and results-driven educational leader with over a decade of progressive leadership experience across diverse school settings. A visionary and patient leader dedicated to building strong relationships with students, staff, families, and the community. Proven ability to open and grow schools, lead high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvement in student achievement.
As education professional, brings wealth of experience in leading school operations and enhancing student performance.
Self-motivated school administrator with assertive and outcome-driven nature. Independent worker remains extremely calm in most pressure situations. Skilled educator with over 15 years of experience leading school staff members and education programs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Principal
North Broward Academy of Excellence
01.2022 - Current
- Instructional leadership for K–8 programs
- Builds strong school culture through relationships
- Leads professional development and data-driven initiatives
- Led professional development workshops, fostering collaboration among educators and improving instructional strategies.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and drive targeted interventions for at-risk students.
- Mentored CRT's and Dean, providing guidance on best practices in classroom management and lesson planning.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented curriculum enhancements to elevate student engagement and academic performance.
Assistant Principal
Renaissance at Coral Springs
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Led academic improvement initiatives
- Coached teachers and supported operations
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured compliance with educational standards and regulations.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and inform instructional strategies for targeted interventions.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
Assistant Principal
Renaissance at Pines
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Supported instruction and school operations
- Built family and community partnerships
- Mentored new staff members, providing guidance on best practices in classroom management and curriculum delivery.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
- Improved student academic performance with targeted intervention programs for at-risk youths.
Curriculum Resource Teacher
Cooper City
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Helped open school and establish curriculum systems
- Developed and implemented curriculum resources aligned with educational standards.
- Worked alongside teachers to build lesson plans, classroom expectations, and yearly goals.
Education
Master's Degree - Educational Leadership
St. Thomas University
01-2010
Master's Degree - Urban Education
Florida International University
01-1999
Bachelor of Arts -
Spelman College
01-1996
Skills
- Motivated and Goal-Oriented Leadership
- Relationship Building & Stakeholder Engagement
- Visionary School Planning & Implementation
- Patient, Student-Centered Leadership
- Instructional Leadership & Coaching
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Strategic leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Academic administration
- Student and parent relations
- Interpersonal strengths
- Operations oversight
Accomplishments
- Set high-level goals for both students and teachers to encourage both parties to strive for personal best and succeeded in implementing long-term strategy with positive results.
- Successfully led NBAE on Academic Programmatic Review
- Improved NBAE state level elementary school grade from a "C" to a "B."
- Received Passion Award at Principal Leadership conference in 2025.
- Received Stellar Award at Assistant Principal Academy.
Timeline
Associate Principal
North Broward Academy of Excellence
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Principal
Renaissance at Coral Springs
01.2018 - 01.2022
Assistant Principal
Renaissance at Pines
01.2014 - 01.2018
Curriculum Resource Teacher
Cooper City
01.2011 - 01.2014
Master's Degree - Urban Education
Florida International University
Master's Degree - Educational Leadership
St. Thomas University
Bachelor of Arts -
Spelman College
Honors & Awards
Stellar Leader Award (2024–2025), Passion Award (2024–2025)
Leadership Philosophy
I believe strong relationships are the foundation of a successful school. I am committed to connecting with families to build meaningful partnerships that support the whole child academically, socially, and emotionally.