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Yentl Lee

Yentl Lee

Elementary Assistant Principal
Fort Mitchell,Al

Summary

Enthusiastic Assistant Principal with a history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.


Passionate Elementary Teacher zealous about educating children of all ages using various activities and organizational tools. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Elementary Assistant Principal

Lakewood Elementary School
Phenix City, Alabama
07.2021 - Current
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Supported hiring, training and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.

BETA Sponsor

Lakewood Elementary School
Phenix City, Alabama
08.2022 - Current
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Administered year-long service projects to increase each student's service learning.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.

SOAR Administrator

Westview Elementary School
Phenix City, Alabama
05.2021 - 07.2022

Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.

  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
  • Piloted program to address proposed state subject area competencies and standards.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Reading Interventionist

Westview Elementary School
Phenix City, AL
08.2019 - 06.2021
  • Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
  • Supervised small reading groups of students.
  • Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.

Building Test Coordinator

Westview Elementary School
Phenix City, Alabama
08.2019 - 07.2021
  • Manage testing environment to mitigate outside variables and increase accuracy.
  • Trained and developed new testing team members and provided continuous mentoring.
  • Oversaw school expenditure for students to receive maximum educational benefits.
  • Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
  • Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms practices during testing.

5th Grade Reading/Lead Teacher

Westview Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Guides the work of the collaborative team
  • Monitors 5th grade achievement, climate and data to assure that the learning environment is producing results consistent with the school’s stated goals
  • Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
  • Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
  • Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
  • Supervised small reading groups of students.
  • Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
  • Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
  • Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.

MTSS Chairperson

Westview Elementary School
Phenix City , Alabama
08.2019 - 07.2021
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
  • Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
  • Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
  • Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
  • Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
  • Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
  • Gathered, organized and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.

Westview Elementary School Leadership Team

Westview Elementary School
Phenix City , AL
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Assists the principal in making decisions to govern the school
  • Ensures a focus on learning and continuous improvement
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Built strong relationships with faculty through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Anticipated and tracked operational and tactical risks to provide strategic solutions.

Supervising Student Teacher, Troy University

Westview Elementary School
Phenix City, Alabama
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
  • Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.

5th Grade Teacher

Fox Elementary School
Columbus , Georgia
09.2014 - 07.2016
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.

PBIS Team Vice President

Fox Elementary School
Columbus, Georgia
08.2015 - 05.2016
  • Collaborated with team members, school personnel and family members to develop individual plans of care for students.
  • Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on PBIS.
  • Designed behavior plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
  • Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.

6th & 7th Grade English Teacher

Hawkins Middle School
Forest, Mississippi
07.2010 - 07.2014
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • 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.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.

Leadership Team Representative

Hawkins Middle School
Forest, Mississippi
08.2010 - 05.2014
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.
  • Coordinated weekly meetings for internal and external groups.
  • Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
  • Confirmed confidential budget reports remained up-to-date for school principal.
  • Assisted with new hire processing and existing teacher training programs.

Supervising Student Teacher

Hawkins Middle School, The University of Southern Mississippi
Forest , Mississippi
08.2013 - 12.2013
  • Trained student teacher on the creation of lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
  • Met with parents to discuss student behaviors and needs.
  • Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
  • Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase classroom GPAs and individual student success.
  • Reviewed faculty handbooks, regional curricula and student guides to formulate deep understanding of duties and student expectations.
  • Investigated different teaching materials and techniques to understand strengths and weaknesses.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.

Supervising Student Teacher

Hawkins Middle School, Jackson State University
Forest, Mississippi
01.2013 - 04.2013
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
  • Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
  • Reviewed faculty handbooks, regional curricula and student guides to formulate deep understanding of duties and student expectations.
  • Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase classroom GPAs and individual student success.
  • Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

Troy University
Phenix City, Alabama
10.2022 - Current

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership

Samford University
Homewood, AL
01.2019 - 04.2022

Administration Certification - Leadership

Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama
05.2019 - 12.2019

Master of Science - Library Media

The University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL
10.2017 - 12.2018

Specialist of Education - Elementary Education

Troy University
Phenix City, Alabama
08.2016 - 12.2017

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Belhaven Univeristy
Jackson, Mississippi
08.2011 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Mississippi State University
Meridian, Mississippi
08.2008 - 04.2010

Associate of Science - Elementary Education

East Central Community College
Decatur, MS
08.2006 - 05.2008

Skills

Elementary Education (K-6)undefined

Timeline

Master of Science - Special Education

Troy University
10.2022 - Current

BETA Sponsor

Lakewood Elementary School
08.2022 - Current

Elementary Assistant Principal

Lakewood Elementary School
07.2021 - Current

SOAR Administrator

Westview Elementary School
05.2021 - 07.2022

Reading Interventionist

Westview Elementary School
08.2019 - 06.2021

MTSS Chairperson

Westview Elementary School
08.2019 - 07.2021

Building Test Coordinator

Westview Elementary School
08.2019 - 07.2021

Administration Certification - Leadership

Auburn University
05.2019 - 12.2019

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership

Samford University
01.2019 - 04.2022

Supervising Student Teacher, Troy University

Westview Elementary School
01.2019 - 05.2019

5th Grade Reading/Lead Teacher

Westview Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019

Westview Elementary School Leadership Team

Westview Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2019

Master of Science - Library Media

The University of West Alabama
10.2017 - 12.2018

Specialist of Education - Elementary Education

Troy University
08.2016 - 12.2017

PBIS Team Vice President

Fox Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2016

5th Grade Teacher

Fox Elementary School
09.2014 - 07.2016

Supervising Student Teacher

Hawkins Middle School, The University of Southern Mississippi
08.2013 - 12.2013

Supervising Student Teacher

Hawkins Middle School, Jackson State University
01.2013 - 04.2013

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Belhaven Univeristy
08.2011 - 05.2014

Leadership Team Representative

Hawkins Middle School
08.2010 - 05.2014

6th & 7th Grade English Teacher

Hawkins Middle School
07.2010 - 07.2014

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Mississippi State University
08.2008 - 04.2010

Associate of Science - Elementary Education

East Central Community College
08.2006 - 05.2008
Yentl LeeElementary Assistant Principal