Christine M. Nelson
Concord
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in education seeking to leverage transferable skills in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to contribute value in a corporate/business environment. Eager to apply my strengths in relationship building, curriculum development, and data analysis to drive success in a new industry while bringing a unique educational perspective to team objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
A.T. Allen Elementary School
12.2024 - Current
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- 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.
Assistant Principal
Cox Mill High School
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Assisted the principal in implementing school processes and achieving goals
- Facilitated, planned, and led professional development sessions
- Oversaw building and student safety; coordinate with the school resource officer
- Fostered parental involvement and built community partnerships
- Facilitated peer evaluation processes and conducted teacher training
- Served as textbook coordinator and college/career liaison
- Supervised extra-curricular activities and events
- Serve College Career Promise liaison
- Supported student learning by developing MTSS/intervention processes
- Evaluated, coached, and provided ongoing feedback to teachers and support staff
- Collaborated with the SISP team to address student failures and improve attendance
- English and World Language PLC liaison
- Participated in leadership development programs (e.g., Equity and Cultural Responsiveness, TregoED, Flip Flippen Leadership Blueprint, BB&T Institute Leadership Dynamics in Practice for Educational Leaders)
Fifth Grade Teacher
Carl A. Furr Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Member of the Teacher Leadership Cohort through Cabarrus County Schools; involved in TregoED, Crucial Conversations, and Facilitative Leadership
- Served as a district curriculum writer for four years
- District Curriculum Writer in Math, Science, and Social Studies for 4 summers
- Acted as Grade Level Chairperson and facilitated weekly PLCs
- Led PBIS Team and served as Cooperating Teacher
- Consistently met or exceeded growth targets as measured by EVAAS data
Education
Masters of School Administration -
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
05.2021
Bachelors in Elementary Education - undefined
University of Michigan – Dearborn
05.1999
Skills
- Proficient in Outlook, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, Blackboard, Canvas, and Microsoft Teams
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Data-driven instruction
- Restorative practices
- School improvement
- School facilities and operations
- Staff development
- Team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Organizational leadership
Timeline
Assistant Principal
A.T. Allen Elementary School
12.2024 - Current
Assistant Principal
Cox Mill High School
08.2021 - 12.2024
Fifth Grade Teacher
Carl A. Furr Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2019
Bachelors in Elementary Education - undefined
University of Michigan – Dearborn
Masters of School Administration -
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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