MARCIA ALEXANDER, EdD

*** ******** **, *********, **, 76015

704-***-**** adjmza@r.postjobfree.com

Motto: ”I believe in leading by example”

VISION STATEMENT

To improve the quality of education by providing instructional leadership for research-based best practices teaching methodologies, fostering a safe environment conducive to learning, and championing high-quality successful learning experiences.

Character Building stresses the importance of morals and significantly reduces disciplinary problems, providing a thriving learning environment at school.

Reading Encouragement instills a love of learning which will be used throughout a lifetime to obtain knowledge at all levels.

Direct Parental Involvement produces extremely successful learning results and builds a positive home and school connection.

PROFILE OF QUALIFICATIONS

I am a highly skilled and student-focused educational leader with a proven track record in collaborating with the school community, increasing student academics, and maintaining excellence in education. I am a trustworthy professional with superior communication skills which allows me to develop strong and lasting relationships with all members of the school community. I am active in supporting and encouraging teachers through continuing education, staff development, and leadership roles. I am knowledgeable of current trends in education and capable of motivating staff to try new, creative techniques to continually improve teaching skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES INCLUDE:

Mission Statements & School Vision

Workshop & Seminar Presentations

School Administration

Curriculum Development

Classroom Evaluation

Program Evaluation & Assessment

Leadership & Team Building

Professional Development Coordinator

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Ed.D in Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Dissertation Title: Alternative Education for At-Risk Students: An Exploratory Case Study

University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

Certified Advanced Graduate Studies in Educational Administration

Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC

Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction

Winthrop University, Rock Hill, SC

Bachelor of Arts in English

Holy Names College, Oakland, CA

NORTH CAROLINA CERTIFICATIONS

Principal (K-12)

Middle Grades Language Arts (6-9)

English (9-12)

TEXAS CERTIFICATION

Secondary Language Arts (4-8)

ESL Cetification

EDUCATIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Arlington ISD August, 2016-Present

Dallas ISD August, 2015-June, 2016

Union County Public Schools January, 2014- June, 2015

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools October, 2000-January, 2014

National Board Assessor June, 2010-Present

Plan, evaluate, revise and deliver course content offering a balanced program of instruction that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and explore

Lead Professional Learning Community meetings

Planned, organized, and delivered professional development trainings with outside vendors/consultants

Mentored new teachers

Served as team lead, department Chair and liaison between administrative staff and team

Planned and organized textbook adoption process

Coached teachers in all content areas and facilitated teacher planning sessions

AWARDS AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Teacher of the Year, Midwood High School (2009-2010)

Scholarship recipient awarded by Holy Names College (1996)

Phi Delta Kappa International Honor society (1997-1998)

Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (2013-present)

Emerging New Leaders Member (2017-present)

REFERENCES

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