Caniff Liberty AcademyDean Of Academic Affairs
Jul. 2019 - Oct. 2021Hamtramck, Michigan, United StatesSupervised implementation of the comprehensive, standards-based curriculum in grades K-8, including Special Education and English as Second Language
• Drove virtual learning development and instruction to maintain learner average student attendance rate of 95%
• Facilitate 40-minute weekly grade level data-driven meetings using state standards
• Analyze extensive and accurate student achievement data for over 500 K-8 students, to identify, forecast, and improve student success and retention metrics
• Collaborate with teachers and interventionists to ensure successful implementation of Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 researched-based instructional best practices.
Evaluate and assessed 20 teachers' performance during 60-minute observations and 3- minute walkthroughs
• Implement district-wide ELL programs, projects, and activities, including federal and state initiatives
• Spearhead parent involvement campaigns using social media, online meetings, and in-person events
• Coordinate and manage all district benchmark and state standardized testing including PSAT, MSTEP, NWEA, Fountas & Pinnell, MLPP and WIDA
• Improved statewide assessment scores in grades 3 – 8 by at least 10% in either Math and/or ELA
• Coordinate outreach events to bring in parents, family members, and the community at large to support students
• Assist in establishing a positive learning environment, working effectively and constructively with members of the school and community
• Hold staff accountable for implementing school-wide systems and processes, including online platforms such as Atlas Rubicon and Power School
• Developed and spearheaded deployment and organization of 600+ devices for school
• Provide technical support and initial troubleshooting for students, families, and staff
• Provide professional development to staff and families to support in-person and virtual learning.
• Developed administrative skills by assisting the Principal and other members of the administrative team