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April R. Watson

Rocky Mount

Summary

. Self-motivated with a high degree of self-discipline with excellent communication, analytical, personnel development and management skills with a customer-service focus. Dedicated to student and family education and interaction with the community.

Education professional with strong foundation in school administration and leadership. Known for fostering positive learning environment and supporting both staff and students. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, with skills in conflict resolution and curriculum development.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Principal

Red Oak Middle School
08.2017 - Current
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.

Assistant Principal

Rocky Mount Middle School
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
  • Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
  • Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
  • Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.

Business Computer Technology/Keyboarding Teacher

Rocky Mount Prep
08.2006 - 02.2009
  • Plan and administer lesson plans
  • Evaluate work submitted by students
  • Manage classroom time to follow lesson plan
  • Report the progress of student work to Principal
  • Assist and counsel students so they successfully pass the course

Business Computer Technology/Keyboarding Teacher

Enfield Middle School
08.2003 - 06.2006
  • Plan and administer lesson plans
  • Evaluate work submitted by students
  • Manage classroom time to follow lesson plan
  • Report the progress of student work to Principal
  • Assist and counsel students so they successfully pass the course

Education

Master in Executive Leadership -

Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC
08.2013

Master of Business Administration - undefined

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
05.2008

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration concentration Management

Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
05.2003

Skills

  • Instructional leadership
  • Parent engagement and communication
  • Student achievement
  • Data-driven instruction

Timeline

Assistant Principal

Red Oak Middle School
08.2017 - Current

Assistant Principal

Rocky Mount Middle School
08.2015 - 06.2017

Business Computer Technology/Keyboarding Teacher

Rocky Mount Prep
08.2006 - 02.2009

Business Computer Technology/Keyboarding Teacher

Enfield Middle School
08.2003 - 06.2006

Master of Business Administration - undefined

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration concentration Management

Elizabeth City State University

Master in Executive Leadership -

Gardner-Webb University
April R. Watson