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Dumfries, Va, Us

United States

Manassas, Virginia, United States

-Plan, budget, and use resources to provide quality opportunities for students in alignment with Strategic Plan-Serve as the liaison between school division and advanced academic partners (College Board, International Baccalaureate, Cambridge, Community College)-Developed and implemented a multi-year, multi-tier training cycle advanced course teachers-Support for all stakeholders-Monitors compliance with local, state, and federal laws and with all educational standards, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to the operation of advanced academic and specialty programs, including dual enrollment-Develops, implements, and evaluates advanced academic and specialty programscontent area supervisors-Work collaboratively with content areas supervisors to coordinate curriculum development and professional learning. -Develop, implement, and evaluate communication plans for advanced academic and specialty programs, including publications and distribution of media to promote awareness of programs and processes for participating in those programs- Monitor and report transfer enrollment patterns in specialty programs and recommend strategies to prevent declining enrollments below published capacities- Provide planning and support for involvement of all stakeholders, including corporate partners, in the development, implementation, and operations of advanced academic and specialty programs- Collaborate with the Supervisor of Career and Technical Education to coordinate messaging and processes for participation in transport and transfer programs- Cooperate with support services, including transportation services, to provide support services for advanced academic and specialty programs- Support the development and implementation of an evaluation design that provides for the evaluation of advanced academic and specialty programs to insure continuous improvement of each program

Manassas, Virginia, United States

-Supported the opening of Colgan High School to include implementation of processes and procedures,budgeting, hiring, and setting the culture.-Hired, supervised and evaluated over 30 staff members to include, teachers, administrative staff and support staff. -Created and implemented an internship program for students in grade 12. -Planned and executed school events (staff appreciation, Homecoming, Prom, Graduation). -Liaisoned with external stakeholders for assessments (Advanced Placement, SAT, PSAT). -Established and monitored the mentoring program for all teachers new to teaching and new to Prince William County.-Worked collaboratively with the principal on aspects of the master schedule and the budget.-Work with administrators to ensure fair and consistent application of consequences for students.-Manage budget for testing, departments and graduation.-Guide Collaborative Learning Teams (CLTs) to utilize site-based, local, state and national data to develop and achieve academic goals.-Participated in and planned professional development opportunities. -Worked with local schools, organizations and business partners who are interested in working with Colgan High School or its students (CAPAC, EverFi)-Demonstrated high level of customer service when interacting with students, staff, parents, Central Office and Community partners.

Nokesville, Va

-Re-designed and implemented the AP Scholars Specialty Program.-Represented Patriot High School at Specialty Program night in the County.-Led parent information nights (AP information, Specialty Program Night, AP Scholars Research project).-Created the Summer Bridge Program for rising Pre-AP and AP students to ensure help students prepare for the rigor of advanced level classes.-Coordinated a tutoring program for AP Scholars Members.-Created a student-run advisory council to help guide the direction of the AP Scholars Program.-Communicated with students, parents and administration regarding program compliance.-Supervised all aspects of the application process including visits to feeder schools and working with counselors and administrators.-Supervised and coordinated of application process, selection, and outreach for the AP Scholars, Project Lead the Way, Building Trades and Culinary Arts Specialty Programs.-Oversaw all aspects of the administration of PSAT’s and AP tests (budgeting, training, staffing, coordination).-Spearheaded the implementation of the AP Insight program at Patriot High School.-Created and implemented cross-curricular humanities program with the English and Social Studies department.-Managed Summer Governor’s School identification and application process at the school level (publicity,information sessions, application process, and submission.-Served on the Summer Governor’s School identification committee at the County Level.-Class of 2016 sponsor, planned Prom, graduation activities, Senior Night and other class activities.-Served as the AP World History representative to the Standards-Based Development Committee.

Post-Masters, Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Master'S Degree, Education

Initiatives in Educational Transformation Cohort for GMU.

Bachelor'S Degree, Communication And Media Studies

Activities and Societies: Volleyball