FELICIA WALKER

feliciajohnson.walker@gmaill.com

ASSISTANT SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

COMMITMENT | L EADERSHIP | I NTEGRITY
Accomplished managing professional with over 10 years experience in education leadership and development.
Broad-based background encompassing exceptional work ethic and commitment to organizational objectives.
Proactive manager, team builder and tactical planner with ability to hire, train and motivate top performers.
Hard working and motivated educator, with strong communication and interpersonal skills to cultivate working
relationships within the school community. A solid commitment to the increasing academic growth &
development of every student.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE INCLUDE:

Leadership & Team Building

Teaching Mentoring & Development
Classroom Evaluation
Curriculum Development &Improvements

Technology Integration
Training & Program Development
At-Risk Student Interventions

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

CERTIFIED ADVANCED GRADUATE STUDIES (2015); MAJOR: EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION
Houston Baptist University Houston, Texas
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY (1999)
University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan
PRINCIPAL (PK-12)/EDUCATOR (EC-4)

ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE

NCI-CHOICES IN EDUCATION
Assistant Center School Manager

2007-2010

Facilitated the daily operations of a 120 child-capacity, NAEYC Accredited center. Assisted with the development and
implementation of center goals and expectations. Ensured compliance with Head Start Performance Standards (HSPS),
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and organizations policies & procedures. Monitored
effectiveness of teaching teams, volunteers, family service workers and staff.

Exceeded goals listed on School Improvement Plan in the areas of attendance, recruitment and parental
involvement.

Assisted with development efforts in program expansion for the Head Start and Early Head Start Program.

NCI-CHOICES IN EDUCATION
Child Development Specialist

2006-2007
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Supported the development and professional growth of a 24-member teaching team in partnership with Center/Site
Management (comparative observations, intervention assistance, mentoring plans and side-by-side coaching). Built rapport
with local education agencies, community service organizations, and educational providers. Collaborated with center/site
staff to meet and/or maintain NAEYC Accreditation standards.

Designed assessment tools and organizational protocols to assist classroom teachers to track student
performance

Promoted a culture of continuously improving teaching practices through professional development,

collaboration, modelling and collaborative planning amongst staff members.

Promoted to Assistant School Manager within two years of operating in this position.

WESTWOOD COLLEGE, HOUSTON, TX

Director of Student Services

2003-2004

Provided leadership motivation, direction and training to 200+ students. Implemented framework vital to new student
services, student satisfaction, career-development and student events. Developed programs for student retention
(Mentorship, Tutoring, Carpooling, Work-Study).

Increased retention efforts by addressing student needs through program development.

CHARTER SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES- DETROIT, MI

Special Education Coordinator & Director of Child Study Team

2000-2003

Overseen the general operations of Special Education, while providing accurate reports, budgets and monitoring reviews to
the Director of Education. Managed database and records of 100+ students in the Special Education Program. Developed
modification plans and Individual Education Plans for students with Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Speech Impediments and
Behavioral Problems in conjunction with the IEP Team. Overseen overall effectiveness for all Child Study Teams throughout
district for Pre K-12 population. Member of the Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team.

Established Child Study Teams, also known as IAT teams, in school sites throughout district to track at-risk
students referred to special education. Collaborated with School Psychologist on educational and behavioural
interventions.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
SHADYDALE ELEMENTARY- Houston, TX

2013 - 2015

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Teacher (1 Grade)
NCI- CHOICES IN EDUCATION - Houston, TX
Teacher (Pre-K)

2010 - 2013

Created a stimulating and motivating classroom environment while providing a high-quality, comprehensive, education
program for every student. Administered standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpreted results to determine
student strengths and areas of need. Used computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement
presentations. Built and maintain effective rapport with parents to promote parental engagement.

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AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
PROMISE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS, BUILDING VIBRANT COMMUNITIES FELLOW, 2011-2012
HOUSTON LEAGUE OF BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL WOMEN, COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & LEADERSHIP AWARD, 2005
HOUSTON CITIZENS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, ARTS & SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP, RAISED $25,000 GRANT MONIES, 2005.

CAREER & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

LITERACY BY THREE (2015)
CAPTURING KIDS HEART (2014)
STEM SCOPES SCIENCE (2014)
DALE CARNEGIE INSTITUTE-LEADERSHIP TRAINING (2009)
MANDT-NON-CRISIS INTERVENTION TRAINING (2008)
SUCCESS WITH DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION (2007-2008)
INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERS CADRE (2007-2008)
TRAIN THE TRAINER (2007-2008)
MANAGEMENT SKILLS & CUSTOMER SERVICE (2002-2005)

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS

University of Michigan-Alumni Association
Child Advocates INC-Volunteer
Houston Area Association for the Education of Young Children (HAAEYC)
Literacy Advance of Houston ESL & ABE Vounteer/Tutor
Houston Area Urban League-Young Professionals-Member
Houston League of Business & Professional Women- Service Award Honoree
Houston Citizens Chamber of Commerce Member
United Way of Greater Houston

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
MICROSOFT WORD, POWERPOINT, EXCEL, PAGEMAKER, PUBLISHER, PHOTOSHOP,
ENCYCLOPEDIA, WINDOWS

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST