Patricia R. Eggleston
A Versatile and Exceptionally Skilled Educated Professional with Highly
Effective Organizational and Leadership Skills
Areas of Expertise
School Leadership
Turn-around Administrator
Organizational Management and Leadership
Educational Consultant, Mentor and Trainer
Professional Strengths
Effective leadership skills that stress high expectations, building positive working relationships through mutual respect, collaboration and teamwork. Focuses on a team building approach
Excellent supervisory and management skills that focus on effective leadership, mentoring, time management and meeting compliance requirements
Emphasizes the importance of creating a positive working environment and developing a learning environment that impacts the organization in a positive manner for all stakeholders
Proficient in problem solving and managing stressful and difficult circumstances with confidence
An advocate of strategic collaboration. Encourages empowering others, team decision-making, developing positive interpersonal relationships, improving parental involvement and building strong community alliances. Established, implemented and monitored various programs for students, parents, staff and the community
Eight years of school budgeting experience
Excellent organizational abilities which include conflict resolution, project management, training and development, recruitment and human resource management
M.S., Educational Leadership with Administrator Certification
School Administrator Certification from State of Michigan
Elementary and Secondary (ES) ADMIN K – 12
License Number: SA0000000886602. Expiration Date: 06/30/2020
Highlighted Professional Experience
AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY DISTRICT
District Grant, Assessment and Compliance Specialist (August 2016 – Present)
Ensures that the school district complies with all federal, state and local regulations and guidelines
District Title I and School Improvement Facilitator
School Service Team (SST) and Priority School Facilitator
Assists administration in the creation and implementation of policies and procedures
Coordinates all grant processes to ensure compliance with the district, state and federal guidelines
Researches grant opportunities (e.g. facility improvements, professional development, curriculum development, administrative needs, etc.) to acquire additional funding resources
Ensures compliance to Title IX Guidelines
Member of AIA Leadership District Partnership Team
Member of Cohort VI Leadership District Blueprint Certification Team
A PLUS EDUCATORS
District Educational Consultant and Program Manager (February 2016 – August 2016)
Provided academic support to principals and teachers within the Detroit Archdiocese
A + STAFFING
Educational Consultant (Part-time or on an as Needed Basis) (August 2013 – September 2016)
Mentoring, training and developing of newly hired substitute teachers in preparation for placement into a K – 12 charter or traditional public school environment. Provides ongoing coaching which emphasizes the following:
Classroom management strategies
Lesson planning and delivery
Professionalism
Curriculum delivery
Improving student achievement
Building positive interpersonal relationships with school personnel, students and parents
In addition, accountable for placement, classroom observations, assessments, seminars and workshops
MULTICULTURAL ACADEMY
Elementary Principal/Superintendent. (July 2014 – December 2015)
Implemented, monitored, evaluated staff and instructional programs to align with school mission, School Improvement Plan and Common Core State Standards
Led improvement initiatives to support use of data and technology during instruction and formative assessments
Implemented an extended day after-school program for ELL and students requiring additional support in Reading, Writing and Math
Designed and implemented a school – wide academic intervention program to “bridge
the achievement gap” in Math and Reading
Increased academic proficiency in Math from 22% to 64% on NWEA Assessment for first year
Increased student achievement in all areas through grade level homogenous groupings
Introduced the Daily 5 as a K – 5 initiative to improve Reading and Writing proficiency and promote collaborative learning
Reduced student discipline by 12% through the implementation of a school-wide behavior plan
Fostered team building amongst administration, returning and new staff members
Served as Superintendent ensuring compliance with state educational regulations
Increased parental involvement by 25% through the implementation of various after school programs and family events
Partnered with Food Gatherers to implement a school-wide and community based “healthy food program” for families
CHARTER SCHOOL ADMINSTRATIVE SERVICES (CSAS)
ACADEMY OF WARREN
Elementary Principal: (September 2011 – June 2013).
Academic Assistant Principal: (April 2010 – September 2011)
Managed a staff of one hundred (100) employees. Enrollment seven hundred (700) students
Interviewed candidates, hired staff and performed additional human resource obligations
Led the Academy of Warren Reauthorization Team that was awarded an additional four year extension on the Academy’s charter from Bay Mills Community College
Met and/or exceeded Performance Series SCANTRON Targets in all grade levels in Reading and Math for two years
Implemented innovative strategies to produce effective learning experiences including cooperative and blended learning; as well as other areas of differentiated instruction
Increased parental and community involvement through various Saturday and after school events
Provided ongoing training and development for instructional and support staff
CHARTER SCHOOL ADMINSTRATIVE SERVICES (CSAS)
ACADEMY OF OAK PARK – WHITCOMB AND MENDOTA CAMPUSES
Middle School Assistant Principal, Curriculum Coordinator, Lead Teacher. On-Line Learning Facilitator:
(July 2007 – April 2010)
Facilitated weekly staff meetings, professional development and team building sessions
Implemented an after-school Homework Help Program to provide extended day learning opportunities for students
Collaborated with grade level teams to close the achievement gap
Supported Dean and Counselor with student related issues to improve the learning environment
School Improvement Chair for the organization’s Academy of Oak Park School District
Developed the Academy of Oak Park Life Skills Curriculum
Facilitator for 11th and 12th Grade On-line Learning Credit Recovery Program
CHARTER SCHOOL ADMINSTRATIVE SERVICES (CSAS)
ACADEMY OF MICHIGAN
Vocational Teacher/Lead Teacher: (November 2000 – July 2007)
Supervised and trained staff of twenty (20) teachers and ten (10) paraprofessionals
Taught Medical Assisting Curriculum to 11th and 12th grade vocational students
Created weekly lesson plans for the Medical Assisting Curriculum
School Improvement Chair
CHARTER SCHOOL ADMINSTRATIVE SERVICES (CSAS)
LAWTON CAREER INSTITUTE
Lead Medical Assisting Instructor (Part-time Evenings): (August 2003 – February 2012)
Created weekly lesson plans for students enrolled in the evening medical program
Trained students on front medical office and clinical procedures to students
Assessed skills and correlated extern sites for students upon program completion
Provided support and training to Medical Assisting Instructors
EDUCATION
M.S., Educational Leadership with Administrator Certification
Madonna University, Livonia MI
School Administrator Certification from State of Michigan
Elementary and Secondary (ES) ADMIN K – 12
License Number: SA0000000886602. Expiration Date: 06/30/2020
M.A., Organizational Management /Concentration Leadership, Ashford University, Clinton, IA
B.A., Organizational Management, Ashford University, Clinton, IA
Certification in Medical Assisting, Ross Medical, Oak Park
AWARDS AND MEMBERSHIPS
KAPPA GAMMA PI, Catholic Graduate Honor Society – GPA 3.80, 2015 - Present
Executive Director of the Homestead Condominium Association, 2013 - Present
Golden Key International Honor Society – GPA 3.94, 2011 - Present
National Association of Professional Women (NAPW), 2013 - Present
Michigan Business Education Association (MBEA), 2011 - Present
Association of Supervision and Curriculum (ASCD), 2012 - Present