School Principal Communication Skills

ELIDA L. PARIS

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SUMMARY

I am an experienced educator with 45 years in the field. I was a classroom teacher grades PK4 through 8th for 30 years. I was a Elementary/Middle School Principal for 15 years. I have experience in all areas of administration to include state testing. I have experience in strategic planning and excellent management skills and exceptional people skills. I am a talented Principal with a strong background in educational leadership. I am a creative professional with extensive experience from concept to development. I have worked in the private school sector utilizing marketing talents to raise funds. I am a multi tasked person ready for a challenging role as an administrator at any capacity.

SKILLS

Excel in [areas of expertise] leadership skills

Operations management experienced in running schools with 700 student enrollment.

File/records maintenance Experience ed in maintaining records and files

Microsoft Office proficient in computer programs.

Client-focused Very client focused with attitude of service to others.

Quick learner Learn new things fast and quick.

Training and development. Willing to participate in required training and attend staff development for professional growth.

Bilingual in [Language] I read, write, and speak fluently English and Spanish.

Contract

Have experience writing contracts, negotiating, reviewing, and drafting contracts as needed

Excellent with students, Have excellent rapport with students of all ages.

Time management skills I am an extremely organized person and put all my responsibilities in priority order. Always meet deadlines early.

Reports generation and analysis I have experience with analysis of test results and generating reports.

Proficiency in [area] I am very proficiency in the area of educational leadership.

Results-oriented I use results of any study for the improvement of program.

Positive learning process I am an excellent team player and work at

always having a positive learning process.

Positive learning process.

Financial records and processing I was in charge of making a yearly budget to present to Superintendent with all areas included such as teacher salaries, instructional expenses, building maintenance etc.

EXPERIENCE

08/1974 to 01/2005

Teacher

PSJA ISD Pharr, TX

Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.

Taught after-school and summer enrichment programs.

Employed a wide variety of fiction and non-fiction textual materials to encourage students to read independently.

Developed, administered and corrected tests and quizzes in a timely manner.

Set and communicated ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility.

Tutored children individually and in small groups to help them with difficult subjects.

Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion in 9th grade World History course.

Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.

Taught students to exercise problem solving methodology and techniques during tests.

Developed lessons and planned each day's flow to encourage maximum student learning and enrichment.

Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.

Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.

Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.

Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning.

Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 18 students.

Tested students using various tools, including quizzes, essays and exams to gauge how well they were learning.

Secured 500K in new funding from private resources through grant writing.

Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.

Provided instruction in reading and comprehension to special needs students.

Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.

Coordinated after school tutoring hours with other teachers to help students in need of extra attention.

Strengthened parent-teacher and parent-child communication by holding regular parent-teacher conferences.

Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress.

Implemented student discipline measures, decreasing classroom disruptions by 80%.

Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement.

Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics.

Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.

Encouraged parents to take an active role in their child's education.

06/2011 to 05/2013

Principal

Pharr Oratory School System Pharr, TX

Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.

Positioned as Oratory Academy human resource administrator and manager to hire, train and enforce policy-driven and legal compliance for and amongst staff members.

Facilitated collaboration and cooperation between departments and cross-functional teams to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.

Provided encouragement and positive feedback while mentoring new teachers who had recently been hired by the board of education.

Instituted a stimulating, pleasant learning environment for students and a positive, education-driven setting for instructors, which helped all to feel valued.

Monitored the details in regards to student discipline.

Outlined, implemented and maintained personnel-related policies and procedures.

Provided teaching staff with resources and opportunities for further professional development with curriculum training courses.

Informed students and parents of the policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.

Verified achievement of educational program objectives and standards through continual performance monitoring and evaluation.

Developed a positive relationship between the school's students and teachers and the outside community.

Met with, hired, oversaw and provided guidance to all school employees while giving feedback.

Improved organization and instruction by mentoring teachers into subject and grade leaders.

Utilized standardized tests to assess student progress and academic performance.

Visited classrooms and evaluated teacher instructional techniques and student responses.

Interacted positively with students, families, and staff to demonstrate conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.

Conveyed policy changes and assessed employee thoughts through staff meetings.

Cultivated strong student and parent relationships to help resolve situations and positively affect behavior, as well as academic performance.

Managed school administration, schedule, registration and orientation.

Interacted positively with students, families and staff to demonstrate conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.

Oversaw the afterschool program and ensured that students were within a safe environment.

Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.

Positioned as Oratory Academy human resource administrator and manager to hire, train and enforce policy-driven and legal compliance for and amongst staff members.

06/2013 to 06/2018

Principal

Diocese of Brownsville School System San Juan, Tx

Facilitated collaboration and cooperation between departments and cross-functional teams to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.

Provided encouragement and positive feedback while mentoring new teachers who had recently been hired by the board of education.

Scrutinized programs outcomes and processes to maintain compliance with state, federal and local funding sources.

Instituted a stimulating, pleasant learning environment for students and a positive, education-driven setting for instructors, which helped all to feel valued.

Monitored the details in regards to student discipline.

Outlined, implemented and maintained personnel-related policies and procedures, including oversight and approval of modifications by education professionals.

Provided teaching staff with resources and opportunities for further professional development with curriculum training courses.

Informed students and parents of the policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.

Verified achievement of educational program objectives and standards through continual performance monitoring and evaluation.

Developed a positive relationship between the school's students and teachers and the outside community.

Oversaw school budget, documented changes and tracked expenses.

Evaluated student behavior against established discipline standards and enforced policies.

Met with, hired, oversaw and provided guidance to all school employees while giving feedback.

Constructed and prepared comprehensive budgets for campus in conjunction with Diocese of Brownsville as Principal.

Extensively researched and wrote applications for educational grants and submitted them by the deadline.

Improved organization and instruction by mentoring teachers into subject and grade leaders.

Utilized standardized tests to assess student progress and academic performance.

Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement which aligned curriculum standards, state and local initiatives.

Visited classrooms and evaluated teacher instructional techniques and student responses.

Interacted positively with students, families, and staff to demonstrate conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.

Conveyed policy changes and assessed employee thoughts through staff meetings.

Cultivated strong student and parent relationships to help resolve situations and positively affect behavior, as well as academic performance.

Managed school administration, schedule, registration and orientation.

Positioned St. Anthony and St Joseph Schools as human resource administrator and manager to hire, train and enforce policy-driven and legal compliance for and amongst staff members.

Interacted positively with students, families and staff to demonstrate conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.

Followed all policies and procedures in preparation of the school budget and disseminated it to all school board members.

Oversaw the afterschool program and ensured that students were within a safe environment.

Taught small teacher and student groups on a regular basis.

Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.

Positioned as St. Anthony, St. Joseph, and Oratory Academy human resource administrator and manager to hire, train and enforce policy-driven and legal compliance for and among staff members.

01/2005 to 06/2011

Principal

PSJA ISD Pharr, Tx.

Evaluated project plans and recommended adjustments based on complete review of objectives and related documents.

Recommended key updates to PSJA Central Office based on inspections and application of technical knowledge.

Reviewed required reports in order to devise knowledgeable recommendations.

Worked closely with clients for the duration of projects.

Led design presentations to product management team of 68.

Oversaw all process checks to ensure that they were done properly and at the correct frequency.

Traveled to client sites and answered questions via phone and email so that issues were remedied in a timely manner.

Promoted the company in maintaining a work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.

Maintained quality-focused performance benchmarks and schedules when directing project teams.

Responsible for implementation of new mainframe development project.

Routinely reviewed training materials and course details to ensure that important updates were included within a reasonable time frame.

Monitored project budget through the careful assessment of resource usage and task management to ensure that costs were kept low.

Developed and managed project plans while providing status updates to management.

Kept abreast of regulatory requirements, to include accrediting bodies, federal, state and local requirements and [Name of company]'s policies.

Created, oversaw, and updated policies, information, standards, and guidelines on a regular basis.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

1974

Associate of Science: Elem Edu

Pan American University Edinburg, TX, US

Minor in [Subject] English

Major in [Subject Elem Edu

Endorsed in Bilingual Edu and Sp. Edu.

2005

MBA: Master's in Educational Leadership

UTRGV Edinburg, TX, US

Magna cum laude graduate

[Number] GPA 4.0

Completed continuing education in 0 Superintendent Coursework

Dean's List Honoree [2006

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES:

Name: Phone: Company Employment:

Lizette Allen 512-***-**** TCCED Director of Education

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Sr. Cynthia Mello 956-***-**** Superintendent Diocese of Brownsville

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Fr. Greg Labus 956-***-**** Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church

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Lydia Savedra 956-***-**** Retired Administrator

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