School Administrator Education

“Mrs. LePage is an exemplary educational leader. She has enthusiastically taken on the enormous task of program and staff development, and has done an admirable job of managing the multiple challenges of a collaborative leadership structure.”

—SHANNON SWAIN, PRINCIPAL, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Remarkably astute, seasoned and highly competent educator and school administrator offering more than 19 years of administration and supervision experience, interested in pursuing advancement within academic organization to continue the promotion of skills, knowledge and leadership as a School Administrator. Equipped with superior communication skills with a positive, can-do attitude and genuine compassion for others; fervently believe that all individuals can have successful educational experience. Demonstrate keen expertise in developing curriculum, managing teacher and staff and ensuring regulatory compliance. Certified educator with well-deserved reputation for motivating students and establishing policies and procedures. Accustomed to working with diverse people while juggling multiple priorities.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

- Student Advocacy and Interactive Learning

- Curriculum Design and Development

- Classroom Management and Discipline

- Educational Administration

- Student Needs Assessment

- School and Community Relations

- Fundraising and Grant Writing

- Goals and Objectives Evaluation

- Leadership, Training, and Team Building

- Superior Interpersonal and Presentation Skills

- Problem Resolution and Decision Making

- Highly Organized with Strong Analytical Abilities

- Articulate Oral and Written Communication

- Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

PROGRAM COORDINATOR / COMMUNICATIONS LIAISON 2001–2009

STATEWIDE EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR PAROLEES, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION - PLEASANT HILL, CA

Provided expert oversight and guidance to teachers in 8-12 diverse adult literacy education classrooms located in parole offices and jail facilities throughout the state. Worked collaboratively with California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitations Program to provide adult literacy, employability and other important educational skills to adults 18-80 years of age on parole. Ensured cost-effective program utilization by conducting program quality reviews statewide in conjunction with the parole district administrators. Participated in various community events and delivered presentations to parole agent academies regarding program offerings at multiple statewide locations. Determined staffing requirements: screened, hired and trained newly hired and seasoned teacher to develop their competencies toward achievement of organizational goals.

Notable Contributions:

- Initiated the development of multiple marketing materials, presentations and brochures aligned with internal and external stakeholder needs and priorities

- Conceptualized the Student Information Database, “Survival Guide,” for each of four statewide programs

- Authored five program operations manuals to streamline program policies for fellow managers

- Wrote cutting-edge employability curriculum designed for students with learning disabilities in parole sites

- Meticulously led the adult literacy and life skills programs throughout Southern California known to impact parolee recidivism by 30%

- Instrumental in ensuring contract renewal by meeting and exceeding graduation rates by 20-30% annually

- Promoted to Program Coordinator for the STAR Program, a substance abuse education program for recovering addicts

INSTRUCTOR / TUTOR COORDINATOR / TUTOR 2000–2001

ALAMEDA COUNTY READING FOR LIFE PROGRAM - FREMONT, CA

Primarily held responsible for assessing the learning needs of inmates at three county jail facilities. Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study, ensuring strict observance of curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools and communicating objectives to students. Evaluated instructional content, methods and student evaluations to assess strengths and weaknesses, and to develop recommendations for course revision, development or elimination.

Notable Contributions:

- Presided over the large county library tutor program, giving non-readers the opportunity to become productive citizens

- Partook in writing a grant that resulted in two additional years of funding for county library literacy program

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 1996–2000

METHVEN & ASSOCIATES - BERKELEY, CA

Served primarily entrepreneurial clients needing legal advice and representation regarding contracts, corporations, LLCs, LLPs, partnerships, licenses, confidentiality agreements, leases, real estate investment, estates and probates along with related litigation, arbitration and mediation.

Notable Contributions:

- Assumed full responsibilities in conducting marketing research, organizing events, developing web content, as well as professional writing and legal filing in a law office

ADULT EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR / FACILITATOR / ADMINISTRATOR 1990–1994

MCALISTER INSTITUTE FOR TREATMENT AND EDUCATION - SAN DIEGO, CA

Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time that encouraged clientele to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks. Fostered positive working attitude to effectively design relevant, engaging curriculum that addressed varying needs, abilities and interests of student mothers.

Notable Contributions:

- Established the permanent status of a large pilot program for pregnant women by exceeding goals for clients year after year with a relevant, targeted curriculum that accurately met client needs

- Presented the program to key stakeholders including the public defender’s office and superior court judges

- Developed an accurate attendance and follow up tracking system to accurately monitor client success rates

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

- NIGHT DESK PRODUCER - CNN, San Francisco, CA: 1999–2000

- POLICE BEAT AND FEATURE REPORTER - Tri-Valley Herald, Vallejo Times Herald, Vallejo, CA: 1998–1999

EDUCATION and CREDENTIALS

MASTER OF ARTS IN JOURNALISM

- University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA, Dec. 1999

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH LITERATURE

- Mills College, Oakland, CA, May 1997

CERTIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

PRELIMINARY ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CREDENTIAL: EXPIRATION: MAY 2012

FULL-TIME SINGLE SUBJECT TEACHING CREDENTIAL, HEALTH EDUCATION, EXPIRATION: MAY 2012

- California State University San Marcos, San Marcos, CA

FIRST AID CERTIFIED, JUNE 2007

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE): 2006–Present

Member, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD): 2006–Present

Member, Mills College Alumnae Association: 1997–Present

Member, American Association of University Women: 1996–Present

MAJOR ACHIEVEMENT

McClatchy Prize for Investigative Reporting: 1999

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Adult Education Instructor, San Quentin State Prison / Patten College Program, Marin, CA: 2000-2001

Delivered English literature and creative writing curriculum to students seeking an accredited Associate Degree

Convened with fellow instructors to develop curriculum that addressed the needs of a wide range of diverse learners that included low-literacy level and college-level students concurrently

Mentor, Inspire, Mentorship for Youth, Oakland, CA: 1998–1999

Educated an Oakland High School student through the SATs as part of a program to support inner city youth through graduation and on to college

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY

Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint and Excel; Typing speed of 60-70 wpm

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