Educator
Resume:
BARBARA M. LELAND
***** ****** ***** ▪ Spring, TX 77388 ▪ 281-***-**** home ▪ 713-***-**** cell ▪ ****.******@*********.***
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT
Results-oriented professional seeking challenging leadership role in either a corporate setting or the education sector, that will capitalize on 20+ years of progressively responsible management experience. Offering the following unique qualifications:
Vision and demonstrated capacity for identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to improve student performance
Proactive, creative approach to anticipating and resolving problematic issues
Recognized for exemplary leadership style and management skills; received “Gold Star School” rating as well as school commendations in multiple subject areas
Drive, resourcefulness and ability to thrive in challenging environments
Decisiveness and sound judgment in formulating complex business decisions – problem solving
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
BUDGETING FUNDRAISING MEDIA RELATIONS STAFFING/SUPERVISION PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING FACILITATION EVENT PLANNING COMMUNICATIONS
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitored and managed operating budget, including use of federal funds
Planned and coordinated district and campus fundraisers
Developed and submitted grant proposals for special projects
Marketed Wells with the media and coordinated all public relations
Recruited, hired, scheduled, supervised and assessed professional and paraprofessional staff
Coordinated staff development and training sessions
Cultivated team atmosphere among faculty and staff
Ensured the differentiation of instruction in all subjects based on individual student need to close the achievement gap
Coordinated instructional preparation for student success for all
Served on school district Design Committee and Planning Committee
Planned and coordinated curriculum events, open houses, social events, and orientations
Created and edited monthly newsletter as well as website to keep parents and community informed
Devised and executed student incentive programs to improve attendance, behavior, and academics
Developed building leadership team
Supervised 1400 students and 110 staff members
Provided proven leadership for an entire building
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
Wells Middle School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX) 2007-Present
PRINCIPAL (6-8)
Ponderosa Elementary School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
PRINCIPAL (Pre-K through 5th) 1999-2007
Thompson Elementary School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (Pre-K through 5th) 1996-1999
Salyers Elementary School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (Pre-K through 5th) 1995-1996
Spring High School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (9th through 12th) 1991-1995
Spring High School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
AT RISK PROGRAM (SWAS) 1990-1991
Fort Bend Independent School District (Sugarland, TX)
SUPERVISOR – AT RISK PROGRAM (EXCEL-R-8) 1988-1989
Levelland Independent School District (Levelland, TX)
DEAN OF INSTRUCTION 1986-1988
TEACHING POSITIONS & INTERNSHIPS
Spring High School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ENGLISH TEACHER 1990-1991
Spring and Cy-Fair Schools
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER 1989-1990
Levelland Secondary Schools – Levelland Independent School District (Levelland, TX)
ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN 1985-1985
Levelland Junior High School – Levelland Independent School District (Levelland, TX)
ENGLISH/SPEECH/DRAMA TEACHER 1982-1985
Region XVII Education Service Center (Lubbock, TX)
CONSULTANT 1983-1983
South Plains College (Levelland, TX)
SPEECH INSTRUCTOR 1988-1988
Meadow School – Meadow Independent School District (Meadow, TX)
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS/SCIENCE TEACHER 1977-1982
EDUCATION
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.)/SUPERVISOR CERTIFICATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN ENGLISH & SPEECH
Texas Tech University – Lubbock, TX
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Leadership Training:
Principal’s Academy – Phillip Schlechty
Douglas Reeves Accountability Information
Diversity Training
Breakthrough Coaching
WOW Training – Philip Schlechty
Six Traits of Writing
Leadership Academy
Evaluation for the Principalship
Advanced Classroom Management
Peer Mediation & Conflict Resolution
Capturing Kids Hearts
Data Driven Assessment
Education-Specific Training:
Betty Hollas’ Differentiating Instruction/GT
Fred Jones Training
Bilingual Instruction & Implementation
Special Education Training
Gifted versus Accelerated Learning
Developing Professional Learning Communities
Dyslexia Training
Spence Rogers’ Training
Kagan Training
Inclusion for the 21st Century
Developing Character in Children
Teaching Children in Poverty – Ruby Payne
Comprehensive List of All Training on Request
AFFILIATIONS
Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
Phi Delta Kappa International Association for Professional Educators
Association of Women Educators
Exceptional References Available Upon Request
BARBARA M. LELAND
20119 Forest Drive ▪ Spring, TX 77388 ▪ 281-***-**** home ▪ 713-***-**** cell ▪ ****.******@*********.***
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT
Results-oriented professional seeking challenging leadership role in either a corporate setting or the education sector, that will capitalize on 20+ years of progressively responsible management experience. Offering the following unique qualifications:
Vision and demonstrated capacity for identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to improve student performance
Proactive, creative approach to anticipating and resolving problematic issues
Recognized for exemplary leadership style and management skills; received “Gold Star School” rating as well as school commendations in multiple subject areas
Drive, resourcefulness and ability to thrive in challenging environments
Decisiveness and sound judgment in formulating complex business decisions – problem solving
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
BUDGETING FUNDRAISING MEDIA RELATIONS STAFFING/SUPERVISION PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING FACILITATION EVENT PLANNING COMMUNICATIONS
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitored and managed operating budget, including use of federal funds
Planned and coordinated district and campus fundraisers
Developed and submitted grant proposals for special projects
Marketed Wells with the media and coordinated all public relations
Recruited, hired, scheduled, supervised and assessed professional and paraprofessional staff
Coordinated staff development and training sessions
Cultivated team atmosphere among faculty and staff
Ensured the differentiation of instruction in all subjects based on individual student need to close the achievement gap
Coordinated instructional preparation for student success for all
Served on school district Design Committee and Planning Committee
Planned and coordinated curriculum events, open houses, social events, and orientations
Created and edited monthly newsletter as well as website to keep parents and community informed
Devised and executed student incentive programs to improve attendance, behavior, and academics
Developed building leadership team
Supervised 1400 students and 110 staff members
Provided proven leadership for an entire building
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
Wells Middle School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX) 2007-Present
PRINCIPAL (6-8)
Ponderosa Elementary School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
PRINCIPAL (Pre-K through 5th) 1999-2007
Thompson Elementary School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (Pre-K through 5th) 1996-1999
Salyers Elementary School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (Pre-K through 5th) 1995-1996
Spring High School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (9th through 12th) 1991-1995
Spring High School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
AT RISK PROGRAM (SWAS) 1990-1991
Fort Bend Independent School District (Sugarland, TX)
SUPERVISOR – AT RISK PROGRAM (EXCEL-R-8) 1988-1989
Levelland Independent School District (Levelland, TX)
DEAN OF INSTRUCTION 1986-1988
TEACHING POSITIONS & INTERNSHIPS
Spring High School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ENGLISH TEACHER 1990-1991
Spring and Cy-Fair Schools
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER 1989-1990
Levelland Secondary Schools – Levelland Independent School District (Levelland, TX)
ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN 1985-1985
Levelland Junior High School – Levelland Independent School District (Levelland, TX)
ENGLISH/SPEECH/DRAMA TEACHER 1982-1985
Region XVII Education Service Center (Lubbock, TX)
CONSULTANT 1983-1983
South Plains College (Levelland, TX)
SPEECH INSTRUCTOR 1988-1988
Meadow School – Meadow Independent School District (Meadow, TX)
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS/SCIENCE TEACHER 1977-1982
EDUCATION
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.)/SUPERVISOR CERTIFICATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN ENGLISH & SPEECH
Texas Tech University – Lubbock, TX
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Leadership Training:
Principal’s Academy – Phillip Schlechty
Douglas Reeves Accountability Information
Diversity Training
Breakthrough Coaching
WOW Training – Philip Schlechty
Six Traits of Writing
Leadership Academy
Evaluation for the Principalship
Advanced Classroom Management
Peer Mediation & Conflict Resolution
Capturing Kids Hearts
Data Driven Assessment
Education-Specific Training:
Betty Hollas’ Differentiating Instruction/GT
Fred Jones Training
Bilingual Instruction & Implementation
Special Education Training
Gifted versus Accelerated Learning
Developing Professional Learning Communities
Dyslexia Training
Spence Rogers’ Training
Kagan Training
Inclusion for the 21st Century
Developing Character in Children
Teaching Children in Poverty – Ruby Payne
Comprehensive List of All Training on Request
AFFILIATIONS
Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
Phi Delta Kappa International Association for Professional Educators
Association of Women Educators
Exceptional References Available Upon Request
BARBARA M. LELAND
20119 Forest Drive ▪ Spring, TX 77388 ▪ 281-***-**** home ▪ 713-***-**** cell ▪ ****.******@*********.***
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT
Results-oriented professional seeking challenging leadership role in either a corporate setting or the education sector, that will capitalize on 20+ years of progressively responsible management experience. Offering the following unique qualifications:
Vision and demonstrated capacity for identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to improve student performance
Proactive, creative approach to anticipating and resolving problematic issues
Recognized for exemplary leadership style and management skills; received “Gold Star School” rating as well as school commendations in multiple subject areas
Drive, resourcefulness and ability to thrive in challenging environments
Decisiveness and sound judgment in formulating complex business decisions – problem solving
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
BUDGETING FUNDRAISING MEDIA RELATIONS STAFFING/SUPERVISION PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING FACILITATION EVENT PLANNING COMMUNICATIONS
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitored and managed operating budget, including use of federal funds
Planned and coordinated district and campus fundraisers
Developed and submitted grant proposals for special projects
Marketed Wells with the media and coordinated all public relations
Recruited, hired, scheduled, supervised and assessed professional and paraprofessional staff
Coordinated staff development and training sessions
Cultivated team atmosphere among faculty and staff
Ensured the differentiation of instruction in all subjects based on individual student need to close the achievement gap
Coordinated instructional preparation for student success for all
Served on school district Design Committee and Planning Committee
Planned and coordinated curriculum events, open houses, social events, and orientations
Created and edited monthly newsletter as well as website to keep parents and community informed
Devised and executed student incentive programs to improve attendance, behavior, and academics
Developed building leadership team
Supervised 1400 students and 110 staff members
Provided proven leadership for an entire building
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
Wells Middle School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX) 2007-Present
PRINCIPAL (6-8)
Ponderosa Elementary School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
PRINCIPAL (Pre-K through 5th) 1999-2007
Thompson Elementary School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (Pre-K through 5th) 1996-1999
Salyers Elementary School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (Pre-K through 5th) 1995-1996
Spring High School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (9th through 12th) 1991-1995
Spring High School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
AT RISK PROGRAM (SWAS) 1990-1991
Fort Bend Independent School District (Sugarland, TX)
SUPERVISOR – AT RISK PROGRAM (EXCEL-R-8) 1988-1989
Levelland Independent School District (Levelland, TX)
DEAN OF INSTRUCTION 1986-1988
TEACHING POSITIONS & INTERNSHIPS
Spring High School – Spring Independent School District (Spring, TX)
ENGLISH TEACHER 1990-1991
Spring and Cy-Fair Schools
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER 1989-1990
Levelland Secondary Schools – Levelland Independent School District (Levelland, TX)
ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN 1985-1985
Levelland Junior High School – Levelland Independent School District (Levelland, TX)
ENGLISH/SPEECH/DRAMA TEACHER 1982-1985
Region XVII Education Service Center (Lubbock, TX)
CONSULTANT 1983-1983
South Plains College (Levelland, TX)
SPEECH INSTRUCTOR 1988-1988
Meadow School – Meadow Independent School District (Meadow, TX)
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS/SCIENCE TEACHER 1977-1982
EDUCATION
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.)/SUPERVISOR CERTIFICATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN ENGLISH & SPEECH
Texas Tech University – Lubbock, TX
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Leadership Training:
Principal’s Academy – Phillip Schlechty
Douglas Reeves Accountability Information
Diversity Training
Breakthrough Coaching
WOW Training – Philip Schlechty
Six Traits of Writing
Leadership Academy
Evaluation for the Principalship
Advanced Classroom Management
Peer Mediation & Conflict Resolution
Capturing Kids Hearts
Data Driven Assessment
Education-Specific Training:
Betty Hollas’ Differentiating Instruction/GT
Fred Jones Training
Bilingual Instruction & Implementation
Special Education Training
Gifted versus Accelerated Learning
Developing Professional Learning Communities
Dyslexia Training
Spence Rogers’ Training
Kagan Training
Inclusion for the 21st Century
Developing Character in Children
Teaching Children in Poverty – Ruby Payne
Comprehensive List of All Training on Request
AFFILIATIONS
Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
Phi Delta Kappa International Association for Professional Educators
Association of Women Educators
Exceptional References Available Upon Request
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