DONNA TITUS-JOHNSON P.O. Box 502 Middlesex, NJ 08846

donnaj1023@gmail.com 646-385-0635

Summary of Qualifications: A detailed oriented supervisor, who is a methodical, disciplined problem solver. A reliable troubleshooter who is an organized negotiator with the capacity to work well under tight deadlines. A consummate consensus builder who can function as a team player but who can also work efficiently while interacting effectively at all organizational levels.

Summary of Skills: Good organizational skills and the ability to motivate my staff to become an effective

instructors. Ability to communicate effectively with appropriate personnel and/or community

members. Excellent written and oral skills. Good decision making power. Excellent leadership qualities and good interpersonal skills.

Professional Experience:

Washington Academy 2012-Principal

Effectively supervise and evaluate staff of K-12 Special Education School Ensure instructional staff adheres to students IEP’s and are compliant. Reinforce PBS-Positive Behavior Support in the school. Incorporate technology into the instructional day for the benefit of the students’ different

learning styles. Work closely with district case managers to create an effective instructional and behavior

program for the students.

Central Jersey Arts Charter School 2010-2012Principal

Responsible for supervising and evaluating staff in a K-8 school to ensure quality instruction is achieved.

Responsible for recruiting and hiring effective staff members for the school. Train new staff members on procedures, rules and regulations to ensure the safe

running of the school. Conduct professional development workshops for staff to improve instruction and

collegiality for the staff. Write and oversee federal grants: NCLB and IDEA grants. Create an efficient and effective learning environment that will attract students

Kaplan Inc., New York, NY 2008- 2010Professional Developer/ Consultant/Coach

Mentor/Coach teachers on DDI (data driven instruction) and differentiating instructions in the classroom

Lead Professional Development workshops on Kaplan Educational Programs such as Mathematics, and English Language Arts

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Keep records and documentation of professional development wo

Center for Social Emotional Learning, New York, NY 2008- 2010Consultant

Lead Professional Development workshops in SEL (social emotional learning) for schools and school districts in various cities and states in the USA

Mentor teachers in creating advisory programs for their classrooms Promote students social, emotional, civic and academic skills Create safe, caring and responsive school environment

Middlesex Community College, Edison, NJ 2008-PresentAdjunct Professor-Mathematics

Instruct adult students in Algebra Follow curriculum for Algebra including all quizzes, tests, midterms, and finals.

Trenton Community Charter School, Trenton, NJ 2005-2006Middle School Principal - Grades 6-8

Supervised, organized and contributed to Curriculum Writing for Grades 6-8 in all subject areas.

Lead staff development training in integrating the curriculum in lesson planning,interpreting test scores to help drive the curriculum, classroom management, and curriculum writing

Assisted staff in evaluating curriculum for improvement, and corrections. Supervised staff in grades 6-8 focusing on improvement in instruction delivery.

Principal Mentor- 2004-2005 Mentored Principal candidate in the following areas: Curriculum Leadership,

Supervision of Instruction, Pupil Personnel, Personnel Management, School Finances, School Law, Facilities Management, Community Relations and Student Relations for the 2004-2005 school year.

Granville Charter School, Trenton, NJ 2003-2004Principal- Grades K-9(2003-2004)

Manage the daily operation of an elementary/middle school ensuring their instructional needs are met while overseeing the administrative needs of a diverse staff of 50.

To improve the reading and math scores I evaluated the integrity of the curriculum by monitoring student performance on state and nationally sanctioned assessments improving reading and math scores by 10%

To ensure the safety of both staff and students I regulated the maintenance of the physical plant prioritizing the critical repair needs keeping the safety of students and staff foremost.

To ensure instructional improvement I held training/staff development workshops for teacher and staff with continuous evaluation of instruction through observations and feedback.

Supervised and contributed to Action Team. Focus for team was to improve instruction, quality of education and Safe Schools.

Lead School Leadership Team focusing on curriculum, instructional improvement, discipline, attendance and parental involvement.

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Coordinated Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in the classroom including a ‘No Bullying ‘Program.

*Coordinated Special Programs on Gang Violence for grades 6-9.

Granville Charter School, Trenton, NJ 2001-2003Assistant Principal Grades K-8

Adjudicate the adversarial encounters between parents and faculty balancing the issues of the pupils, the faculty and the parents achieving consensus while enforcing school policy and maintaining a positive, productive image of the school in the community.

Ensure compliance with State and Federal instructional standards determining variances and implementing remediation strategies.

Institute academic initiatives and recommend curriculum enhancements to support and fortify the quality of the classroom instruction while reinforcing learning objectives.

Improve instruction through continuous review of curriculum and instructional techniques.

Staff development coordinated with Harcourt Brace to improve reading instruction. Participated on Leadership Team, Curriculum Writing Team and Action Team

including Summer Institutes to write curriculum. Coordinated assembly programs for grades K-3 for Conflict Resolution focusing on

‘NoBullying’ and Child Abuse. Also worked with team for follow up interviews with students concerning the assembly programs and feedback from students and teachers.

Worked with Department of Education to ensure that curriculum, and special education programs meet State Standards

Public School 124Q, Queens, NY 1997-2001 Assistant Principal Grades Pre-K -6 Anticipated the need to build a bridge of communication between parents and school

community therefore I fostered positive relationships between the parent and the school community by fairly addressing confidential matters in a sensitive fashion.

Expedited the procurement of textbooks, computer hardware and software while introducing new instructional materials and curriculum methodologies and presenting same to staff and parents.

Presented to staff the link between curriculum taught and field trips. Provided information and planning strategies to allow staff to coordinate field trips linked to curriculum to enhance learning

Supervised grade PreK-3, continuous staff development with teachers and staff to improve instruction in early childhood grades.

Participated on School Based Management Team, includes administrators, teachers, custodial staff, cafeteria staff, teacher’s aides and parents.

Wrote Continuum Plan (for Special Needs students), After School Plan (Project Read) also participated in writing Safety Plan and Comprehensive Education Plan.

Coordinated and lead Staff Development for parents concerning new fourth grade state test.

Worked with entire school community, administrators, teachers, parents and support staff on Safe Schools Program

Public School 232Q, Howard Beach, NY 1996-1997Assistant Principal (I.A.) Grades K-6

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Supervised the instructional performance of teachers while serving as a liaison to parents and functioning as testing coordinator affirming the overall education mission of the school.

Introduced balanced literacy program to grades K-3, continuously coordinating with the Reading Instructor.

Lead Staff Development in the Balanced Literacy Program for grades Kindergarten-3. Coordinated with District staff to create after school programs to support new reading

initiatives.

Public School 183Q 1995-1996Administrative Intern

Implemented various special assembly programs that supported the instruction in the classroom.

Supported and prepared the schedule for new and substitute teachers.Library Teacher – Grades K-6 1993-1995 The library program needed a change. I received permission from my supervisor to

formulate a multi-media curriculum featuring state-of-the-art technology and audio visual advances.

Wrote Curriculum Addend for the new Library Program that included multi-media and technology.

Third GradeTeacher 1982-1993 Using various resources, including supplemental education I taught the third grade

curriculum. Created a learning environment that fostered creativity and individuality providing the

students with a love of learning.

JHS 180Q 1981-1982Remedial Math Teacher Grades 7-9

Taught remedial math to 7th, 8th, and9th grade students. Created an environment of achievement and success for the middle school students.

Education:M.A. City College of New York /CUNYEducation AdministrationM.A. Brooklyn College, NYMathematics*B.A. Hunter College, New York, NYElementary Education

Licenses Standard Certificate, Principal/Supervisor – New Jersey Assistant Principal Day Elementary/I.S./J.H.S. New York Elementary School Teacher, New York City Principal, Day, Elementary/I.S./J/H/.S. New York

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