Education Administrator

Phyllis Denyse Moody-Dickerson

***** ******** ****, *******, ** 77073

281-***-**** - ad7ksj@r.postjobfree.com

Seasoned educational leader with over two decades of experience seeking an educational leadership position. Dedicated to transformative instructional leadership, community engagement, and leveraging extensive expertise to foster a collaborative environment and enhance the success of all stakeholders.

EDUCATION:

M.Ed. Leadership and Administration, Prairie View A&M University - 2010 B.S. Organizational Management, Wiley College, Marshall, TX - 1999

A.S. Business Management, Southern University - 1998

CERTIFICATIONS:

Principal Certificate, State of Texas - 2012

T-TESS Certification, State of Texas - Current

Aldine Leadership Awareness Academy, Aldine ISD - 2009

Teacher and ESL Certificate, 4-8 ELA(Reading)/ESL Endorsement - 2006

PROFESSIONAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE:

Curriculum development/Instructional Planning, Coaching, Staff Development

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Leading the Learning

Evaluate instructional practices and staff supervision

Proficient in creating and maintaining schedules

Administrator for Special Education and Science

Collaborative and Evidence-based practices

Hiring and recruitment knowledge

Shotwell Middle School

Interim Principal (2023 - 2024)

Key communications and Relationship management

Campus Improvement Planning Financial/budget administration Team and Leadership development Motivational techniques

Building & Operations management Choice Schools Marketing and Recruitment

Conflict resolution

Discipline Management & Positive Student Reinforcement Strategies

Assistant Principal/Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction (2012 – Present)

Currently serving as Interim Principal

Orchestrated changes within the Science and Special Education departments by implementing innovative strategies that significantly improved student engagement and success. Led and facilitated comprehensive staff development initiatives aimed at enhancing best instructional practices, ensuring alignment with evolving state and IB educational standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement among educators.

Conducted in-depth teacher observations and evaluations, providing constructive feedback and personalized professional development plans to drive individual and collective growth. Participated in the collaborative feedback process with ILT members to enhance teaching effectiveness and overall educational quality.

Implemented data-driven strategies to monitor and analyze student performance in an effort to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions.

Utilized assessment data to establish instructional decisions, resulting in measurable enhancements in student achievement and learning outcomes.

Collaborated with faculty and staff to develop and implement evidence-based practices by aligning curriculum with state standards.

Spearheaded initiatives to enhance the integration of technology in the classroom, ensuring students have access to cutting-edge learning resources and tools.

Fostered a positive and inclusive IB world school culture by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Worked collaboratively with staff to create an environment that values and respects the unique needs and backgrounds of all scholars and staff.

Actively participated in district-wide and state professional development opportunities, as well as attended various state, national, and international IB conferences to stay abreast of the latest trends in IB education, leadership strategies, and instructional methodologies.

Contributed to Shotwell's positive reputation in the community by actively engaging with parents, attending community events, and addressing concerns in a proactive and transparent manner as the campus/district FACE liaison.

Organized a parent volunteer organization, Mothers of Magnificent Scholars (MOMS), designed to educate and encourage positive and engaging parental involvement.

Successfully managed and resolved conflicts among scholars, parents, and staff, employing effective communication and conflict resolution skills.

Campus Testing Coordinator, Aldine ISD

Shotwell Middle School (2011-2012)

Spearheaded the disaggregation of data for strategic planning and instructional improvement. Coordinated testing schedules and activities, ensuring a seamless process.

Chaired the EIT Committee, contributing to transformative changes in student outcomes. Collaborated with district testing personnel to optimize testing procedures.

Language Arts/ESL Teacher, Aldine ISD

Shotwell Middle School (2003 - 2011)

Applied ESL teaching methods to captivate student interest.

Monitored ESL student performance and implemented targeted interventions. Pioneered reading programs, fostering improvements in fluency and comprehension. Served as the Response to Intervention (RtI) teacher, addressing the needs of at-risk LEP students.

RELATED EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Instructor, Kingwood College (2005-2006)

Executive Assistant to the Chancellor, Southern University (1995-2001)

Supervised personnel and served as lead in the Chancellor’s absence

Conceptualized, co-produced, edited, and hosted a higher education talk show, “Campus Connection” to foster community awareness.

Served as a spokesperson and community liaison, enhancing university relations. Implemented marketing and recruitment strategies which increased enrollment.

Professional references available upon request

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