SAMANTHA PEIFLEY
Temecula
Summary
I am an Assistant Principal with proven track record in educational leadership and student development. Successfully implemented programs that enhanced student performance and supported teacher growth. Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative environment and effectively manage administrative tasks.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Julian Charter School
08.2021 - Current
- Facilitated collaborative team meetings for improved communication among staff.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Created a teacher walkthrough document and did frequent walk throughs with feedback.
- Oversee the Home Study program.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Enhanced school safety protocols by developing and implementing comprehensive emergency response plans.
- Advocated for student needs within the school and district to ensure equitable access.
- Developed individualized support plans for students with diverse learning needs.
Assistant Principal-Bay Point Middle School
Pinellas County School Board
08.2011 - 06.2021
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Managed staff recruitment and hiring processes, ensuring selection of highly qualified educational professionals.
- Fostered positive school culture, establishing programs that promoted inclusivity and respect among students.
- Development of the master schedule including teacher and students assignments.
- Oversee 5th and 8th grade articulation and Summer Bridge program.
- Oversee several departments as the Assistant Principal of Curriculum.
- Develop various teacher and student incentive programs.
- Serve as Testing Coordinator.
- Developed individualized support plans for students with diverse learning needs.
Assistant Principal Hamilton Disston School
Pinellas County School Board
08.2009 - 08.2011
- Facilitated collaborative team meetings for improved communication among staff.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Manages transportation and facility operations
- Participated in the formulation of the School Improvement Plan
- Held the role of Assistant Principal of Curriculum and created the Master Schedule.
Behavior Specialist-Calvin Hunsinger School
Pinellas County School Board
08.2007 - 08.2009
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs..
- Reduced classroom disruptions through careful observation and analysis of student behaviors, leading to tailored interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical incidents, deescalating situations and ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of behavior interventions using data-driven approaches, making adjustments as needed to ensure success.
- Supervised student behavior during daily academic routines to secure safety of students and staff.
- Improved student behavior by implementing individualized behavior support plans and strategies.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify root causes of challenging behaviors and inform intervention planning.
SPED TEACHER-EBD- Meadowlawn Middle
Pinellas County School Board
08.2003 - 08.2007
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress, adjusting instructional methods as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
- Utilized data-driven decision making to identify areas of improvement in curriculum planning and instructional practices.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment, resulting in decreased classroom disruptions.
- Collaborated with other teachers and support staff to provide a comprehensive educational experience for all students.
SpEd Teacher-EBD-Bay Point Middle
Pinellas County School Board
08.2001 - 08.2003
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Education
Masters - Educational Leadership
University of South Florida
01.2004
BA - Psychology
University of West Florida
01.1997
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Student achievement
- Restorative practices
- Relationship building and networking
- Parent engagement and communication
- Team collaboration
- Discipline management
- School security and safety procedures
Certification
- California Admin Credential
- Educational Leadership K-12-Florida
- SPED K-12-Florida
- Psychology 6-12-Florida
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Julian Charter School
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Principal-Bay Point Middle School
Pinellas County School Board
08.2011 - 06.2021
Assistant Principal Hamilton Disston School
Pinellas County School Board
08.2009 - 08.2011
Behavior Specialist-Calvin Hunsinger School
Pinellas County School Board
08.2007 - 08.2009
SPED TEACHER-EBD- Meadowlawn Middle
Pinellas County School Board
08.2003 - 08.2007
SpEd Teacher-EBD-Bay Point Middle
Pinellas County School Board
08.2001 - 08.2003
BA - Psychology
University of West Florida
Masters - Educational Leadership
University of South Florida
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