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• Evaluated over forty teachers per year• Utilized SMART Goals and Frameworks for Teaching to set goals with teachers and to direct my professional growth• Hired and trained new faculty and staff• Guided teachers in curriculum mapping using Rubicon Atlas software • Managed finances and assisted the principal in the construction of the yearly budget• Supervised and trained classroom aides and lunch monitors• Implemented student-centered recess program• Chaired RtI committee/ Instructional Support Team• Chaired Olweus Bullying Prevention Committee• Served as district point person for anti-bullying program• Implemented PBIS program at the middle school and chaired committee• Chaired Student-Teacher Advisory Committee and wrote curriculum for student meetings• Created and took part in professional learning groups with teachers and fellow administrators• Chaired School-Based Inquiry Team • Served as the district-wide Social Studies liaison• Aligned student code of conduct with board policies and DASA legislation• Communicated with parents and community through newsletters, informational meetings and K-12 alerts• Orchestrated student exchange program and visitation from sister school in Shanghai, China• Monitored and assessed success of school-based programs utilizing quantitative and qualitative data• Reviewed and evaluated state approved principal’s rubrics • Assisted teachers in the implementation of Common Core Learning Standards • Scheduled and managed all NY State examinations and field tests• Assisted principal in the creation of the master schedule.• Worked with building level curriculum coordinators on improving instructional practices in classrooms, grades 5-8• Collaborated with Superintendent in the creation of district’s long-range plan• Collaborated with principal to formulate building level annual goals

• Conducted classroom observations • Created midterm and final exam schedules including room and proctoring assignments• Supported the administration in the collection and processing of BEDS forms• Participated in a process to develop/fine tune a course of action that would enable students to make a smooth transition from middle school to high school• Improved the efficacy of the school-wide attendance collection and recording system• Implemented teacher workshops/discussion groups • Assisted Social Studies chairperson in the execution of his duties• Attended chairs meetings in place of the Social Studies chair person• Served as a member of the district’s Committee on Special Education • Designed a plan to replace the aging copy machines on campus• Utilized program analysis protocols to determine the efficacy of first and second year programs at the high school Athletic Coordinator 2005-2006• Coordinated athletic contests • Supervised athletic contests• Assisted director in purchasing and inventory of equipment• Confirmed transportation for athletic contests• Assisted director in the preparation and facilitation of coaches meetings• Mentored coaches• Interviewed candidates for coaching positions Class Advisor for the Class of 2006• Served as the faculty liaison between the school and parent committee • Planned and conducted annual parent committee meetings• Orchestrated community and charitable fundraisers• Organized and hosted student activities and social events• Managed the budget consisting of class funds • Public relations and publicity for charity events and community outreach. Teacher of Social Studies 2001=2007 (Tenured) • Designed and utilized a compacted curriculum for European Civilization and American History that focused on the development of research skills for students.

Teacher of Social Studies (Tenured) • Developed and implemented curriculum for Global Studies and American History programs• Planned and implemented teacher workshops designed to improve instructional delivery• Tutored Students in an after school Regents Preparation programs• Developed and facilitated curriculum for an Interdisciplinary Program that infused History and English• Taught Global Studies and American History classes that terminated in a New York State Regents examination (1996-2001)• Turn-Key Staff Advisor for long-term technology planning(1999-2001)• Taught and developed curriculum for the Advanced Placement European History class(1999-2001)• Constructed and utilized modified curriculum for English as a Second Language (ESL) students.Dean of Students (Administrative Dean) 1998-2001• Responsible for the security of the school building and the well-being and safety of the students and staff• Administered disciplinary action through the utilization of school personnel and external agencies• Represented James Madison High School at Superintendent Hearings for students who violated Chancellor's regulations.• Assisted the administration in the creation of annual school security plans.

Professional Cert/Sas/ Sda, School Leadership

Master Of Arts, History

Master'S Degree, History, 5-8