Secondary Associate Principal

AT

SKILLS

Education

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Univeristiy of Texas Arlington

Adams State University

MA - Educational Leadership

BA - English Language Arts

2017

2004

Consistent

Committed

Culturally Mindful

Communication

Creative

Relationship Building

WORK EXPERIENCE

INNOVATIVE LEADERSHIP

2022-2025

Alamosa School District l Alamosa, CO

Assistant Principal

Implemented a consistent discipline matrix, diminished school safety violations, evaluated and coached teachers, led professional development for a writing program I developed

(The T Technique), improving Ortega Middle School from Turnaround to Improvement status in one year, created an incentive program for at risk students to earn internships at Trinidad State College, implemented and expanded PBIS, networked with community members to create a school-wide mental health focus with an evening symposium for parents and community, developed a Career Fair for students. 2018-2022

Bayfield School District l Bayfield, CO

Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

Managed all safety, discipline, and attendance for the entire middle school; controlled and managed the budgets for all middle school athletic and extracurricular activities; organized and scheduled all athletic events, transportation; hired, fired, and evaluated all coaches and teachers; led staff meetings and PD on Sources of Strength and the The T Technique; mentored new teachers; oversaw all 504s, RtI plans & GT plans; and developed partnerships with various community stakeholders to improve school safety, climate, and culture. 2015-2018

Monte Vista School District l Monte Vista, CO

English Language Arts Teacher

ELA department chair; Instructional Coach for Writing K-12 using The T Technique; sponsor of: MVMS Yearbook, MVMS Student Council, Worldstrides Travel Group, and the 8th Grade; Coordinator for district PBIS (Positive Behavioral Intervention Support), Data Committee for District, School Assemblies and Community “Family Night” Coordinator, and Principal on Duty for both extra-curricular activities and daily requirements in absence of administration.

A D M I N I S T R A T O R

APRIL TIDEMAN

719-***-**** 75 El Rio Dr., Alamosa, CO

Efficient

Core Values

Every decision boils

down to “What is best

for kids?”

Discipline with love

Collaboration is worth

the extra effort

Clarity is Kindness

Don’t expect what you

are not willing to inspect

Mistakes are the path to

success

The T Technique – Simplifying Essay Writing

Developed an adaptable essay-writing formula for all grade levels. Presented at the Colorado Council International Reading Association and San Luis Valley Educators Conference.

Facilitated adoption to improve literacy scores in Monte Vista School District, Bayfield Middle & Elementary Schools, and Ortega Middle School. Attendance & School Climate and Culture

Reformed Ortega Middle School’s attendance policies by collaborating with truancy court, DHS, and the Center for Restorative Justice. Implemented positive school-wide incentives to improve attendance, especially for habitually absent students.

Strengthened community partnerships to provide cost-effective student behavior incentives.

Conducted proactive home visits to engage at-risk students and families. School-Wide Community Events

Partnered with local organizations to educate families and students on key issues.

Coordinated events with the Alamosa Police Department and Behavioral Health on topics like bullying, teen vaping/drug use, and healthy relationships.

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