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Management ~ Student Relations ~ Community Engagement

Youth Development ~ Program / Project Management ~ Grant Writing

• Proficiency in curriculum development and management, educational leadership, budgeting, program administration, restorative practices/restorative justice, diversity, and community engagement.
• Foster, nurture and maintain a respectful learning environment conducive to student and family success.
• Proven abilities in full range of administrative operations leadership including direct supervision of staff, professional development, grant writing, student behavior modification, data analysis, and strategic planning.
• Build, enrich and maintain community partnerships and relationships to advance and support success of students and school mission.
• Adept at preparing assessment reports and tools for measuring student progress.
• Strategically allocate and control expenditures to maximize use of resources while ensuring budget compliance.

         Polished interpersonal skills and expertise in conflict resolution among students, staff, and parents.

Saginaw Public Schools District, 2015- Present

District Parent, Family & Community Engagement Specialist

         Implement, administer, and monitor district-wide parent, family, and community involvement goals, initiatives, events, and strategies associated with Title I and Safe Schools / Healthy Students (SS/HS) programs.

         Closely partner with building principals and parent liaison to ensure alignment with established policies and procedures.

         Methodically facilitate collaboration and high-impact trainings for school district parent liaisons, school staff, and community partners.

         Team with Grants department and SS/HS Project Manager in selecting best practices and evidence-based programs to best assist children in achieving academic and social success.

         Extensively participate in restorative justice, violence prevention, and other positive behavior supports to drive academic growth among students.

• Singlehandedly established district-wide Family & Community Engagement Empowerment Center which provides valuable resources for all K-12^th grade families to optimize academic and social success.

Saginaw Public Schools District, (Saginaw High School) Saginaw, MI, 2014 to 2015

Safe & Supportive Schools (S3) Project Manager

         Administered assessments and authored grant applications for S3 program which cultivates safe and drug-free learning environments, and maximizes academic success for students.

         Controlled program budget, analyzed program data and interventions, administered school surveys and assessments, and entered progress in Michigan Electronic Grants System.

         Formulated grant action plan and school sustainability plan for all S3 interventions and initiatives.

         Spearheaded restorative justice for students, staff and parents to reduce suspension rates and build positive relationships within school and surrounding region.

         Conceived and orchestrated college tours, tutoring services, health & wellness fairs, and college and career expo to engage students, parents, and community members.

         Played an integral role in continuous improvement, staff training and supervision, and S3-focused professional development encompassing: Eliminating Barriers for Learning, Parent Engagement, Student Engagement, Restorative Justice, Bully-Free Schools, and Coordinated School Health.

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School Principal / Administration Intern

         Collaboratively managed student behavior, extracurricular activities, professional development, data collection & analysis, community relations, and budget administration.

         Facilitated conflict resolution for staff, students and other stakeholders using restorative practices.

         Organized and promoted ongoing student engagement activities including violence prevention initiatives.

         Proactively conducted SWOT analysis of program interventions to fortify strengths and minimize threats.

Saginaw Public Schools District, (Ruben Daniels Middle School) Saginaw, MI, 2012 to 2014

College & Community Access Coordinator

         As key member of Administrative School Improvement Team, explored strategies to enhance school culture and climate, budgetary control, student behavior, community reputation, and Title I programming.

         Launched comprehensive plan to increase number of students seeking to pursue post-secondary education.

         Advised students in college awareness and access (i.e. financial aid, admission/application process, etc.) via assemblies, conferences, seminars, summer programs, workshops, and classroom presentations.

         Compiled critical data for state benchmarking tool and devised school sustainability plan for college/career readiness and parent & community engagement.

Saginaw Public Schools District, (Arthur Eddy K-8th) Saginaw, Michigan, 2007 to 2012

21^st Century Program Coordinator / Academic & Enrichment Specialist Assistant / ELA / Micro Teacher

         Championed strategic lesson plans and grant-funded programs for minority groups and at-risk youth, demonstrating proficiency in controlling budgets, student behavior, records maintenance, parent/teacher conferences, student assessments, and student mentoring.

         Trained, motivated, and directed staff, served as building administrator during after-school program hours, and seamlessly liaised among day teachers, parents, social worker, building principal, and community leaders.

         Effectively implemented Response to Intervention (RTI) model to identify and support students with learning and behavior needs.

         Enhanced opportunities for students in role as academic and enrichment specialist for summer programs.

Saginaw Public Schools District, (Central Middle School) Saginaw, MI, 2005 to 2008

English Language Arts / READ 180 Teacher

         Designed and delivered instruction for gr.7 & 8 students for both regular and summer school.

Prior background includes roles as Writer, Reporter & Copyeditor for Bay City Times and Faith Ministries.

MA, Educational Leadership, School Principalship, Central Michigan University Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, 2015

MA, Education, Teaching and Learning, Argosy University Phoenix, AZ, 2012

BS, Journalism, Public Relations, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, 2005

Certification, State of Michigan K- 12 Administrator

Trainer and Workshop Facilitator for topics such as: strengthening families ~ caring for children who have experienced trauma ~ student academic & social success ~ college & career readiness ~ family and community engagement ~ grant policies and procedures ~ National Network of Partnership Schools Epstein's Model ~ multicultural competency ~ mental health first aid ~ restorative justice practices ~ cooperative learning ~ quality coaching.

Microsoft Office Suite, EZ Reports, Educator Access/Skyward Finance, News Edit-Pro, PLATO Assessment, Fast Forward, Quark Express, Scholastic Achievement Manager (READ 180), SIG Benchmarking Tool , Advance-ed/Assist, Google Docs, Michigan Electronic Grants System (MEGS)

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(DATE)

(HIRING AGENT NAME)

(TITLE)

(SCHOOL DISTRICT NAME)

(ADDRESS)

(CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE)

Dear__________________:

I am currently exploring career opportunities in education administration and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

In addition to exceptional academic credentials including two Master s degrees in Education, I bring to you significant experience in program development and delivery, outstanding expertise in organizational leadership, and exemplary abilities in budgeting, strategic planning, grant writing, and personnel management. My well-developed analytical, teaching, and public speaking skills will prove immediately beneficial in this role. To further complement these qualifications, I offer excellent skills in youth mentoring and development, project management, student advocacy, and community relations and engagement.

During my 12-year tenure with Saginaw Public Schools, I have consistently exceeded both state and school expectations, and have been instrumental in leading 16 school teams in implementing Title I policies and school improvement efforts. I also independently coordinated highly successful district-wide events featuring more than 45 community partners, and significantly expanded the number of families engaged in the school district.

As a proactive contributor to your school, you will find me to be an accomplished professional and stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through dedication, solid experience and managerial skills. 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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