Executive Director/Principal Middle School
Resume:
Buford, Ga. *****
Phone: (**7) 686 - 0495
E-mail: ***********@***.***
Lavelle Muhammad
Professional experience
[ 2012 – Present ] Nativity School of Harrisburg, Pa.
Middle School Principal
* Manage, evaluate and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the school including instructional programs, extracurricular activities, discipline
Systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, building maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, and emergency procedures.
Ensure compliance with all laws, board policies and civil regulations.
* Establish the annual master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students consistent with the school’s philosophy, mission statement and instructional goals.
* Supervise the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes (teaching, as duties allow) on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.
* Establish procedures for evaluation and selection of instructional materials and equipment, approving all recommendations.
* Ensure fundraising functions of the school are in a position to sustain the institution over the long term, model successful fundraising practices and strong relationships with donors.
* Anticipate future programmatic needs and take initiative to address them thoughtfully and creatively
[ 2011 – 2012 ] Wordsworth Academy
Harrisburg, Pa.
Education Coordinator
Liaison between school and school district representatives, and parents,
Conduct IEP and team meetings
Process referrals from the school district and collaborate with teachers, psychologist, counselors, and director in regards to students concerns and needs
Maintain special education laws, and practices regarding suspensions manifestation determination, parental notification rights
Develop behavior modification curriculum (including scope and sequence)
Extract information from referral to present to admissions decision committee
Assist counselors by scheduling requested meetings, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures regarding confidentiality and reported suspected abuse
Collect and review data to prepare for student meetings
Assess student IEP using standardized achievement test
Conduct observations and evaluations of assigned staff
[ 2009 – 2011 ] Wordsworth Academy
Harrisburg, Pa.
High School Special Education Math Teacher
Teach secondary Math to High School Students, utilize behavior modification, implement lesson plans and daily planning, develop daily instruction, complete paperwork such as report cards, and IEP’s
[ 2005 – PRESENT ] Milton Hershey School Hershey, PA
P/T Relief Houseparent
Actively engage with children in a residential setting, focusing on teaching life-skills and providing a safe and secure environment
[ 2007 – 2009 ] York County Youth Development Center
York, PA
Management/ Supervisor
Oversee and supervise staff and adjudicated juvenile delinquents in a 24- bed detention, 12 bed shelter facility, manage daily operation, facilitate staff trainings in line with DPW regulations, conduct interviews and hiring for employment, and oversee operation.
[2006 – 2007 ] Hemp field Behavioral Health Harrisburg, PA
Program Director After School Program
Educate middle school youth on career goals and early crime prevention.
Writing lesson plans, creating and organizing a summer program, classroom observations, implementation of monthly family counseling sessions, structure programs involving community leaders, organize educational field trips and budget management.
Assist teachers in addressing problematic academic areas for each student, administer W.R.A.T.T.S. testing, reinforce structure, enforce policies and procedures
Work as a liaison between teachers, parents and students through family sessions.
[ 1996 – 2006 ] Alternative Rehabilitation Communities, Inc. Harrisburg, PA
Counselor/Supervisor
Counsel adjudicated juvenile delinquents; sex offenders, mental health and conduct disorder students, in a residential setting.
Utilize intervention techniques, designed and implemented treatment plans, implemented family intervention and counseling, complete daily observation reports, wrote monthly progress reports and court reports, attend court with residents and staff, trained staff on proper implementation of policies and procedures, distributed medications.
[ 1996 – 1999 ] United Staffing Services Harrisburg, PA
Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS)
Supervise elementary aged children at risk and monitor activities and behaviors of children in crisis.
Assist in the development of and implementation of a treatment plan using intervention techniques such as behavior management and crisis intervention
[ 1993 – 1995 ] Barnes Hall Juvenile Detention Center Lancaster, PA
Youth Care Worker/Activities Committee Co-Chair
Counsel incarcerated juvenile delinquents, evaluate and report behavior on a daily basis and implement behavior modification techniques.
As Co-chair – create and implement innovative activities involving education, recreation and rehabilitation.
Training
Reality and Control Therapy, Sexual Offenders and Victims, Aggression Management, Behavior Modification Principles, Child Abuse, Cultural Competency, Drug and Alcohol Awareness, Ethics and Professionalism, Family Systems, Mandt System, Safe Physical Management, Stress Prevention and Suicide Prevention, HIV/AIDS Awareness, CPR/First Aid, Facilitator of Parenting and Feelings Groups, NIMS, Safe Crisis Intervention, and Supervisory, Safe Crisis Management Instructor, Classroom management, Special Education, Professionalism and Confidentiality, Special Education, IEP writing, Conflict resolution, PA Child Abuse Laws, Staff Supervision, Curriculum Development
Interests and activities
Member of Harrisburg, Pa. Steering Committee
Member of Harrisburg, Pa. City Education Committee
Board of Commissioners Harrisburg Housing Authority
Board member NAACP – 2013-2015
Member Harrisburg Diversity Coalition
Awards received
Feature Article in the Burg news – July 2020
Feature Article in Pennlive newspaper – Sept. 2019, 2021
Featured in CBS 21 Black History of the Month (February 2014)
Faith in Action Speaker (January 2013)
Appointed by Harrisburg Mayor to facilitate Youth Initiative (Y.A.R Program – 2013)
Football Scholarship to Millersville University 1990-1994
50 Most Influential Men in Harrisburg – 2018
Leadership Harrisburg Area panelist (Education Reform) – 2018 – 2021
Certified Kolbe Instructor – December 2023
Educational Excellence Award from Mayor of Harrisburg, Pa. – April 2024
Education Administrator of the Year – October 2024
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