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Dawn Wilkes

Dunn

Summary

Sharp and focused professional offering several years of expertise in education leadership. Dedicated to success of students, faculty and families with focus on addressing individuals while maintaining overall compliance with procedures and academic performance. Flexible and professional by using compassion with gentle discipline.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Principal

Sampson County Schools
Newton Grove
08.1998 - Current
  • Developed and implemented school-wide policies, procedures, and programs to ensure the safety of students and staff.
  • Recruited qualified educators to fill open positions within the school.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through observations of classrooms.
  • Facilitated communication between parents and guardians regarding academic performance or behavior issues.
  • Ensured compliance with all state regulations concerning curriculum standards and assessment requirements.
  • Analyzed data from standardized tests to identify areas where improvement is needed at the school level.
  • Responded promptly to any complaints from parents or guardians regarding their child's education.

Assistant Principal

Sampson County Schools
Newton Grove
08.2007 - 06.2015
  • Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators and parents regarding student performance issues.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
  • Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
  • Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
  • Investigated incidents involving disciplinary action against students or faculty members.

Business Education Teacher

Sampson County Schools
Dunnegan
08.1998 - 08.2007
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and ensure objectives were met.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities related to real-world scenarios in the workplace.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance data.
  • Created a positive learning environment through classroom management techniques.
  • Designed assignments that promoted creativity while still meeting academic standards.
  • Employed a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, group work, hands-on activities to meet different learning styles.

Education

Master of Science - School Administration

Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC
08-2005

Skills

  • Staff recruitment
  • Performance evaluation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Parent communication
  • Behavior management
  • Team building
  • Decision making
  • Classroom management
  • Financial leadership
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Student achievement
  • Relationship building and networking

Accomplishments

  • Sampson County Schools Principal of the Year 2024-2025

Timeline

Assistant Principal

Sampson County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2015

Elementary Principal

Sampson County Schools
08.1998 - Current

Business Education Teacher

Sampson County Schools
08.1998 - 08.2007

Master of Science - School Administration

Campbell University
Dawn Wilkes