Assistant Principal
Resume:
Dr. Lamarcus Calvin
Murfreesboro, TN 37127
May 3, 2023
RE: Assistant Principal
Greetings Executive Principal,
I am contacting you to express my interest in the Assistant Principal opportunity with your school. After reviewing the position requirements, I believe that my qualifications and education are a great match.
My education combine with professional development and experience has provided me with a great foundation of knowledge and skills. I implement new programs quickly and meet appropriate deadlines. I’m good with at-risk youth and developing effective interventions. I have a resourceful approach to time management, problem solving, tackling challenges head-on and I consider obstacles as learning experiences. I am a people person with high energy and a lot of ambition to succeed.
For more details about my background, please review my enclosed resume. I am the assistant principal you’re looking for and welcome the opportunity to speak with you at your earliest convenience.
Sincerely,
Dr. Lamarcus Calvin
Pearl-Cohn High School
************@*****.***
Dr. Lamarcus Calvin
2229 Pathfinder Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37127
Professional Objective for the Year Utilize my knowledge and experiences with relationships and accountability to support and expand the vision and mission of the school.
Education
2017 Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS, Doctor of Philosophy; Education
Administration
2007 Freed-Hardeman University, Henderson, TN, Education Specialist; Administration and
Supervision
2003 Alcorn State University, Lorman, MS, Master of Science; Guidance Education
Certification
Biology (7-12)
Professional School Counselor (PreK-12)
ILL Administrator (PreK-12)
Work History
2022-Present School Counselor at Pearl-Cohn High School, Nashville, TN
2016-2022 School Counselor at Donelson Middle Prep, Nashville, TN
2014-2016 Biology Teacher and PLC Lead at Craigmont High School, Memphis, TN
2013-2014 Science Teacher/Science Chairperson at Lanier Middle School, Memphis, TN
2013-2006 Science Teacher at Kirby High School, Memphis, TN
Highlights and Accomplishments
2017-2022 Leadership team at Donelson Middle Prep
2016-2017 7th and 8th grade school counselor at Donelson Middle Prep
2014-2015 Participant in the New Leaders for New Schools - Emerging Leaders Program
2013-2014 Served as 8th grade team leader and science department chairperson at Lanier Middle School
Coaching For High Performance
Build capacity in staff as we analyzed, disaggregated and utilized classroom data to drive instructional decisions
Implemented student efficacy as an integral part of the instructional process
Assisted with the supervision and evaluation of staff
Provided leadership in the planning and evaluating of instructional programs
Focused Instructional Leadership
Build capacity in teacher teams re: aligning instructional practices with the standards and assessments from the TN Curriculum Standards
Analyzed student data with grade level team throughout the year to identify student misconceptions and redirect instruction
Developed a department wide instructional calendar
Conducted professional developments re: the use of classroom data to drive effective classroom instruction
Culture and Climate
Created a male mentoring group for eighth graders with a focus on leadership throughout school and the community
Implemented a Tie Tuesday program schoolwide to encourage boys to show their leadership potential through their dress attire
Conducted professional developments on Classroom Performance System (CPS) for teachers to promote the use of technology/immediate feedback in the classroom
Developed in school wide whiteboard protocol and uniformed structured lessons
Collective Accountability for Student Results:
Incorporated a team-based accountability system where teachers hold each other accountable for team results
Incorporated student-teacher conferences to enhance student efficacy
Utilized in the behavioral intervention process to influence positive behavior in the classroom
Implemented the data driven instruction cycle which helped increase school-wide biology proficiency on TN state assessment from 21% to 32% after 1 year.
Efficient and Effective Management Practices:
Created and maintained an Outlook Calendar for S-Team and Section 504 meetings to better organize the meeting schedule and efficiently notify/remind team members of upcoming meeting dates
Utilized information from district meetings to conduct professional developments with appropriate school personnel
Implemented needs surveys among team members to guide the development of classroom guidance lessons
Utilized school behavioral data to develop small groups
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