PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

An engaged entrepreneur with 15 years' experience operating public and private schools. A passion for promoting clarity and an understanding of Montessori's pedagogy and philosophy. Seeking a challenging position to utilize my education, skills, and proficiency in the educational field

WORK HISTORY

American Youth Academy - Assistant Principal,

Tampa, Fl • 01/2017 - 06/2019

• Implement policies, procedures, and processes (e.g., Board policies, employee contracts, collective bargaining agreements).

• Manage school administrative functions (e.g., facility maintenance, budgeting, staffing, discipline, attendance) for the purpose of maintaining safe and efficient school operations.

• Participate as a member of the District Leadership team in addition to other District committees for the purpose of providing and receiving information and making decisions.

Dubai International School - Curriculum Director

Dubai, UAE 01/2017 - 01/2018

• Coordinate instructional materials, supervise its implementation by teachers, and assess the curriculum's overall effectiveness in training students.

• Observe teachers' instruction, analyze test data, assess Common Core standards, review textbooks, recommend instructional techniques, arrange and conduct professional development workshops, develop assessments, and respond to teachers' questions.

• Correlate and adhere to the KHDA and NEASC standards by adjusting the curriculum where necessary.

American School - Academic Advisor

Amman, Jordan 01/2012 - 01/2016

• Developing academic programs and establishing performance goals and objectives for high school students.

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• Discuss the comprehensive school counseling program with the school administrator.

• Communicate directly with parents when necessary regarding their child's intellectual and physical health.

• Work directly with students to provide academic and career orientation workshops.

• Assist students in applying for the International College program to study abroad.

American Youth Academy - Director of Early Childhood Education

Tampa, Fl • 01/2009 - 01/2012

• Mentored teachers in the creation and implementation of powerful learning environments, lesson plans, and student assessments.

• Developed and implemented a high-quality professional development that was aligned with district and school goals.

• Coordinated the effective alignment of all budgets with curriculum and instruction.

• Cultivated an environment that encouraged open communication with colleagues, students community, and district leadership.

Seminole County Public Schools, Seminole High School - Early Childhood Coordinator

Orlando, Fl. • 01/2006 - 01/2009

• Provide the appropriate educational opportunities and instruction for each student according to his/her needs and abilities.

• Keep accurate records, tests, reports, etc., as required by Florida Statutes, Regulations, and School Board Policy.

• Establish and maintain open communication with parents; establish and maintain good rapport with students, school personnel, and parents.

• Establish and maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to teaching and learning; plan and implement the use of classroom time effectively.

Bank of America. Tampa - Trust Officer 01/1993 - 01/2001

• Private Banking.

• Identify state Tax issues, any estimated fiduciary income taxes, and distribution fees.

• Determine the value of assets upon distribution.

• Generate and execute plan distribution.

• Assured judicial accounting required and beneficial.

Kuwait University - Assistant Professor 01/1988 - 01/1990

• Engage in research and other scholarly activities.

• Participate in curriculum and program development.

• Actively serve on department, school and university committees.

• Perform corporate outreach activities.

• Advise undergraduate students with their course selections.

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