~ Dedicated Education Administrator eager to contribute strong academic credentials, curriculum development experience, and leadership talents toward supporting a dynamic school or school district. ~

 

 

         Adept at managing budgets, leveraging available resources, and advancing educational directives through innovative programs, projects, and initiatives. 

         Reputation for integrity, problem solving abilities, strategic thinking capabilities and resourcefulness.

         Substantial experience in the education arena with proficiency in teaching, team-building, curriculum and program development, faculty training, and launching process improvements.

         Successful track record of leading schools to consistently achieve AYP (Adequate Yearly Progress) goals, meet academic targets, and raise student mathematics scores.

         Exhibit a polished blend of leadership, organizational, prioritization and planning skills.

         Apply professional demeanor toward positively representing the school to the community.

         Highly collaborative, structured, and skilled at conducting comprehensive assessments and driving cohesive efforts among multi-disciplinary team members.

 

 

Virginia State University, Petersburg, Virginia    

• Master s of Education
• Bachelor of Science

 

McDaniel College, Westminster, MD

• Administration I Certification, State of Maryland, valid until 2013

 

Postgraduate Professional License, state of Virginia, Mathematics (Gifted) grades 6-12, valid until 2012      

 

Letter of Eligibility, state of Florida, Gifted Mathematics grades 6-12

 

Certificate of Completion, School Quality Review (SQR) Program

 

 

Howard University Middle School of Mathematics & Science, Washington, DC, 2007 to Present

Chief of Staff

         Spearhead daily school operations inclusive of curriculum development, creating master schedule, and coordinating/submitting reporting and testing documentation.

         Effectively partner with administrative support staff, Head of School, and Chief Academic Officer to prioritize, analyze, and manage school calendar.

         Apply sharp leadership talents toward conducting teacher evaluations, critiquing lesson plans, serving as Certification Coordinator, and fulfilling role as Director of Summer School.

         Devise and implement professional development plans vital to meeting needs of students.

         Play an active role in planning, developing and implementing school-wide instructional initiatives.

 

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District of Columbia Public Schools, Washington, DC, 2005 to 2007

Acting Director of Mathematics            (2007)

         Supervised and efficiently administered division-wide elementary mathematics instructional program and educational activities, consistently ensuring strict budget adherence and cost control.

         Adeptly led curriculum development, implementation and revisions, and relied upon to provide guidance in selection of textbooks and instructional materials.

         Functioned as content specialist, resource and advisor to teachers, principals and central office personnel.

         Decisively evaluated effectiveness of instructional methods and mathematics-related programs and recommended modifications as appropriate.

 

Assistant Director C Secondary Mathematics          (2005 to 2007)

         Interpreted and tracked changes to mathematics curriculum and continuously formulated strategies for program improvements.

         Supervised and directed 10 Mathematics Coaches, and assisted teachers K-12 in improving mathematics instructional techniques to elevate student comprehension and achievement.

         Orchestrated annual senior high school citywide mathematics competition.

         Served on Certification Committee and as member of high school transformation team.

 

Atlanta & DeKalb County Public Schools, Atlanta, GA, 2002 to 2005

Mathematics Curriculum & Coach

         Leveraged strong analytical abilities to determine gaps in mathematics program, develop materials and solutions to optimize results, and participate in math-specific reform efforts.

         Designed and ordered materials and supplies, and taught developmental mathematics through Algebra I (Gifted 7 & 8 grades).

         Championed academic efforts to raise CRTC scores for 7^th and 8^th grade.

         Exhibited exemplary versatility as Athletics Director and Head Boy s Basketball Coach. 

 

Herzing College, Atlanta, GA, 1999 to 2002  

Dean of Education

         Directed full-scope education administration encompassing recruitment of faculty, training, student counseling, budget management, curriculum, and event planning such as Commencement.

         Displayed outstanding organizational skills in various capacities which included Distance Education Coordinator and Chairperson of Advisory, Regional Accreditation, and Retention Committees.

         Devised class schedules and computer schedules, held regular faculty meetings, and navigated local curriculum development activities in accordance with corporate policy.

         Encouraged and motivated top-notch staff performance, loyalty, and job satisfaction by establishing excellent faculty tenure and promotion guidelines.

         Collaborated in corporate-level planning, budgeting, and curriculum development efforts.

 

Prior Background:

 

Assistant Professor C Mathematics, Talladega College, Talladega, AL, 1997 to 2000

Manager, Accounts Receivable & Credit, Bronner Brothers, Inc., Atlanta, GA, 1990 to 1995

 

 

National Education Association                                                              Phi Delta Kappa, NCTM

National Middle School Association (NMSA)                                           Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

National Association of Mathematicians (NAMs)                                     Public Charter School Association

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a <insert job title/position> capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As indicated in the accompanying resume, I bring to you a Master of Education Degree, outstanding management expertise, and well-honed abilities in curriculum/program development, faculty recruitment and leadership, and piloting efforts to elevate academic scores and overall school success. To complement these qualifications, I offer solid analytical, prioritization, and relationship-building skills which are paramount in education administration.

 

As a proactive contributor to your school, you will find me to be a driven professional and stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance and initiative. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to <insert name of school>, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

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