Accomplished educator and leader at Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, adept in fostering community partnerships and enhancing educational resources. Excelled in mentoring educators and implementing effective teaching strategies, significantly contributing to a positive and collaborative school culture. Skilled in verbal communication and discipline management, ensuring optimal instructional outcomes and school safety.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary School Principal
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
09.2023 - Current
Fostered a collaborative atmosphere among staff members by encouraging teamwork and open communication channels.
Established strong community partnerships to foster greater parent involvement and enhance educational resources.
Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Launched mentorship programs connecting experienced educators with new hires to facilitate smoother transitions into their roles.
Developed a positive school culture through effective communication and collaboration with staff, students, and parents.
Oversaw faculty recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and retention process to ensure high-quality teaching staff.
Managed school budget effectively, prioritizing resources for optimal instructional outcomes.
Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
Secondary School Vice Principal
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
09.2008 - 06.2018
Served as an approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within the school community.
Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
Monitored academic progress of all students through regular review of assessment data to identify trends and potential areas of growth or concern.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Oversaw scheduling, orientation, and other support areas.
Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, offering constructive feedback for improvement in instructional delivery methods.
Developed a culture of collaboration among staff members through regular meetings, workshops, and team-building activities.
Secondary School Teacher
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
09.1994 - 06.2008
Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
Actively participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student success rates and fostering a sense of community among staff members.
Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting family involvement in students'' education.
Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs and field trips to enrich students'' educational experiences outside of the classroom setting.
Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective classroom management strategies and teaching methodologies.
Developed and implemented creative teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
Offered supplemental and individualized instruction for at-risk and struggling students.
Education
Masters of Science in Education - Education
Canisius College
Buffalo
Bachelor of Arts - Combined Specialist English And History
University of Toronto
Toronto, None
Skills
Verbal and written communication
Relationship building and networking
Training and mentoring
Discipline management
Group and individual instruction
Discipline
Student and parent relations
Codes of conduct
School safety and security
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Cooking
Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
Sharing recipes, cooking tips, and culinary experiences through blogs and social media platforms
I like trying new recipes and food trends
Timeline
Secondary School Principal
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
09.2023 - Current
Secondary School Vice Principal
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
09.2008 - 06.2018
Secondary School Teacher
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
09.1994 - 06.2008
Masters of Science in Education - Education
Canisius College
Bachelor of Arts - Combined Specialist English And History
University of Toronto
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