Suzanne Howell
Huntington Beach
Summary
Dedicated leader with passion for fostering collaborative and supportive educational environments. Demonstrates generosity, patience, and empathy while working seamlessly with diverse groups to achieve common goals. Skilled at persuasive communication and building strong relationships, ensuring positive and inclusive atmosphere. Committed to innovative approaches that enhance learning experiences and equip students for post secondary success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Santa Ana Unified School District / Valley High School
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with multiple non-profit organizations to determine methods and systems to best support students and programs (High School Inc, Project Kinship, Nicholas Academic Center )
- Coordinated the development of the Community Schools Grant worth over 2million dollars
- Lead Master Schedule team in the development of an academy school cohort schedule
- Provided administrator support for Career and Technical Education, Math, and Special Education departments
- Reviewed applications for new hires; interviewed candidates; selected qualified personnel;
- Implemented strategies for resolving conflicts between students or staff members.
- Supervised and supported the counseling department to include all registration procedures, academic intervention, mental health and clinical counseling procedures
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and targeted interventions.
- Coordinated school-wide special events to include new events like Academy Night, Future Falcon Night, Winter Fest,
- Led professional development activities for teachers, administrators, and support staff.
- AP Testing Coordinator
High School Principal
Apple Valley High School
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Led teams to establish school wide goals and examine issues of equity in a large and diverse Title I high school with 10 CTE pathways
- Provided leadership and structure for meeting the day-to-day operating needs of the organization
- Developed and managed multiple school budgets and grants that totaled approximately 1.3 million dollars to include 2 California Partnership Academy Grants
- Facilitated and collaborated with school, district, and community college personnel to develop EMT program for high school students
- Evaluated certificated teaching, administrative, and classified employees
- Investigated staff, parent, and student complaints or legal situations
- Developed and led staff development trainings
- Facilitated a grass roots effort to examine grading practices and implement a more equitable grading system
- Collaborated with district and industry professionals to develop the only Precision Machining pathway in the High Desert
- Implemented an alternative to suspension program with a full time intervention teacher
- Lead the development of the Early College Program which partnered with the local community college for approx 50 students a year to receive their AA while in high school
- Properly maintained all appropriate school reports and records
- Resolved staff, student, and parent complaints or problems
- Developed and maintained positive work culture amongst all stakeholders
- Managed personnel decisions with regard to hiring new staff, removal of ineffective staff, and changing staff placement to best suit the needs of the organization
Assistant Principal of Curriculum, Assessment, and Student Support
Apple Valley High School
07.2016 - 12.2018
- Evaluated and supported the counseling department to include all registration procedures, academic intervention, mental health and clinical counseling procedures
- Supported and guided 2 California Partnership Academies to expansion of sections, career certifications, and compliance
- Facilitated the development of guidelines for trauma informed school practices
- Developed the master schedule with Lead Counselor and Principal
- Oversaw the Special Education Department to include compliance, discipline practices, and expansion of the co-teach model
- Led instructional leadership meetings to improve the quality of PLC time and the implementation of common assessments
- Served as admin designee for California Partnership Academy Conference Panel (3 years)
- Developed and implemented a tiered framework for academic intervention
- Evaluated teaching and classified applications and made hiring recommendations for teaching and support staff positions
- Served as a Competitive Events Coordinator for Cal HOSA state conference (3 years)
- State Testing Coordinator for Smarter Balanced Assessments
- AP Testing Coordinator
- Curriculum Coordinator for the implementation of common curriculum and assessments in the math, english, and social studies departments
- Developed professional development and led data meetings for AP teachers to analyze testing data and work on assessment alignment and instructional practices
- Led the implementation of Smarter Balance Assessment Blocks to ensure students were prepared for state testing
- Mentored science department in creating pathways that would align to the new Next Generation Science Standards
Assistant Principal of Student Conduct and Intervention
Tolleson Union High School
07.2012 - 06.2016
- Implemented a new tiered and restorative discipline/intervention system that resulted in a significant drop in major referral categories
- Introduced and led the implementation of a school-wide attendance review system which produced measurable improvement in school attendance and unverified absences
- Conducted investigations on student and staff complaints
- Developed and presented professional development courses to teachers on topics such as formative assessments, argumentative writing, engagement strategies, and writing text-dependent questions
- Oversaw the Special Education Department to include compliance and discipline practices
- Performed Measuring What Matters visits and analyzed classroom performance data based on Engagement, Alignment, and Rigor
- Maintained and updated school safety grant as well as performed data analysis for the renewal process
- Chaired the School Safety Committee - Implemented the schoolwide Positive Behavioral Support System for Tier I supports; co-chaired the PBIS committee
- Developed and implemented Threat Assessment protocols
- Developed and implemented alternative to suspension programs which resulted in a measurable decrease in on-campus, off-campus, and long term suspensions
CTE Teacher / Head Athletic Trainer
Raymond S. Kellis High School
07.2004 - 06.2012
- Developed and taught curriculum, and facilitated the learning for allied healthcare, introductory and advanced sports medicine classes
- Created and grew the Career and Technical Allied Healthcare pathways to be the second largest elective program on campus
- Faculty Advisor for HOSA -Health Occupations CTSO which provided students with leadership opportunities in the healthcare industry
- Mentored 9 AZ state champions in the state HOSA competition and 1 national top 10 finisher
- Established internships for advanced sports medicine students that aligned with career goals
- Managed medical care and safety for all student athletes and student athletic training program
- Provided medical coverage for all practices and home athletic events
- Created and maintained sports safety protocols
Physical Education Instructor / Staff Athletic Trainer
United States Military Academy
07.2003 - 02.2004
- Developed and taught curriculum for Wellness and Exercise Science classes
- Provided preventative care and rehabilitative care for intramural athletes and served as the team athletic trainer for the Mens Rugby team
- Participated in concussion research project conducted by the West Point medical staff
- This was only a temporary position while a permanent staff member took extended maternity leave
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
01.2012
Master of Science - Sports Healthcare
A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine
08.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
Pacific Lutheran University
12.1999
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- Employee Evaluation
- Community and Stakeholder Engagement
- Budget Development
- Process Improvement
- Collaborative and Decisive Decision Maker
- Curriculum Development
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- CTE Conferences
- CA Educating For Careers 2017-2020
- - Administrator Designee on CPA Panel (2018-2020)
- - Presenter with AVHS CPA's 2017-2020
- Lighthouse Academy Conference 2016-2019
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Santa Ana Unified School District / Valley High School
08.2022 - Current
High School Principal
Apple Valley High School
01.2019 - 06.2021
Assistant Principal of Curriculum, Assessment, and Student Support
Apple Valley High School
07.2016 - 12.2018
Assistant Principal of Student Conduct and Intervention
Tolleson Union High School
07.2012 - 06.2016
CTE Teacher / Head Athletic Trainer
Raymond S. Kellis High School
07.2004 - 06.2012
Physical Education Instructor / Staff Athletic Trainer
United States Military Academy
07.2003 - 02.2004
Master of Science - Sports Healthcare
A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
Pacific Lutheran University
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
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