
My background
Vision Statement:
To empower teachers to teach students in such a way as to achieve the greatest potential of both teachers and students.
Profile of Qualifications:
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Dedicated and highly motivated Educational Administrative Professional with a proven track record for implementing successful programs that produce lasting results
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Experience with overseeing $1,000,000+ budget for US Air Force Catholic Chapel
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Assist in writing and submitting government grants to obtain funding
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Led the accreditation program
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Develop, implement, and evaluate instructional programs to improve student performance
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Polished, public speaker and instructor
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Ability to relate effectively to people at all levels and of diverse backgrounds
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Knowledgeable of current trends in education and capable of motivating staff to try new, creative techniques to continually improve teaching skills
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Active in supporting and encouraging teachers through continuing education, staff development, and leadership roles
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Experienced in observe classrooms and review lesson plans
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Develop performance evaluation programs
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Assist with appropriate in-service programs for faculty and staff
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Assist in coordinating acquisition of textbooks, equipment and resource materials for instruction
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Interview candidates for certified and non-certified positions
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Coordinate extra-curricular activities/specials
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Coordinate acquisition and placement of substitute teachers
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Overlook the food program and kitchen staff
Educational Background:
Master of Psychology 2016
Institute for Psychological Services (online), Arlington, Virginia
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) 2007
Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, Colorado
Major: Educational Leadership Minor: Human Resource Studies
Dissertation: Middle School, African American Studies:
Educational Goals, Career Aspirations and High School Retention Factors
Master of History 1991
Xavier University of Louisiana, New Orleans, Louisiana
Major: African-American History
Master of Divinity 1986
St. Francis Seminary, St. Francis, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Ordained for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
Major: Theological Studies
Bachelor of Arts 1981
Thomas More College, Crestview, Kentucky
Educational Background:
Professor
Archdiocese Diocese of Atlanta, Permanent Diaconate program for Homiletics. 2012 to Present
Middle School Principal/Administrator 2010 to 2012
Emmaus Middle and High School – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Took a failing, urban school and revived it within one year by placing the middle and high school on one traditional campus
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Direct all aspects of educational programs and activities for middle and high school facilities consisting of approximately 300 students
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Supervise, train, and mentor 25 staff members and evaluate all teachers
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Manage business, building maintenance, behavioral/disciplinary problems, parent/teacher relations, staffing schedules, and various daily activities
Other Accomplishments Include:
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Head the Accreditation Program
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Addition of Pre-Kindergarten (ages 4-5) class and hired new staff members
Faculty/Staff Member 2008 to 2013
The Institute for Black Catholic Studies
Xavier University of Louisiana, New Orleans, Louisiana
Duties: Community Life, Liturgy, Registration, Scheduling of Classes
Adjunct Professor of Religion 2003 to Present
St. Leo University, Morrow, Georgia
Courses Taught: World Religions, New Testament, Old Testament, Catholic Tradition, Christian Morality, Foundations of Christian Faith (Systematic Theology)
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Adjunct Professor of Humanities 1999 to 2014
Advisor for First Year Students*
DeVry University, Decatur, Georgia
*Giving direction and guidance for their particular curriculum and discipline of study
Courses Taught: Psychology, Sociology, Career Development, Critical Thinking, English Composition, Professional Writing, Advanced Composition, Speech
Adjunct Professor 1994 - 1997
(Japan – Active Duty Military Personnel)
University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland
Courses Taught: History, African-American Studies, African-American Family
Chaplain/Teacher 2000 to 2004
Cathedral Grade School, Atlanta, Georgia
Duties: Religious Services, Counseling Students and Parents, Spiritual Counselor, Academic Counselor, Personal Counselor, Teacher for Middle School Students, Crisis Intervention
United States Air Force 1990 to 2000
Head Chaplain
Administrative Responsibilities: Budgeting (including Fund Executive for largest fund in PACAF), Staffing, Reorganization of Programs, Staff and Program Director, Fundraising, Youth & Adult Programs, Educational Programs, Curriculum Evaluation, Implementation of Diversity in Worship & Leadership
Chaplain
Duties: Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Spiritual Counseling, Crisis Intervention, Field Visitation of Troops, Religious Services for Catholic & Non-Catholic Military Staff Personnel
Awards/Medals
Air Force Commendation Medal with One-Leaf Cluster
Air Force Organization Excellence Award
National Defense service Medal
Southwest Asia Service medal with Two Bronze Campaign Stars
Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon
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