Karen Taylor

Experience

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  Cleveland Metropolitan School District

  Jan 1997 - Aug 2014

  Teacher

  Taught elementary grades.• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.• Create projects designed to enhance the instruction.

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  Charles W. Eliot School - Cleveland Metropolitan School Grades PreK-8

  Aug 2014 - Jun 2016

  Curriculum and Instruction Specialist

  • Evaluated teachers and paraprofessionals.• Maintained organization, control of student behavior and discipline, and a positive learning environment.• Provided direction with the Principal in articulating the instructional focus of the school.• Analyzed data to improve student progress and school operations.• Assisted in the implementation of the Ohio Improvement Plan process.• Designed and facilitated professional development experiences for certified/licensed teachers and staff.• Promoted a safe, efficient, and effective work/learning environment. Show less

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  Cleveland Metropolitan School District

  Aug 2016 - Aug 2020

  Assistant Principal

  • Provide direction and instructional leadership to the school.• Administer the educational program in accordance with District policies and administrative guidelines, Operating Standards for Ohio Schools, and the provisions of State and Federal law. • Maintain organization, control of student behavior and discipline, and a positive learning environment.• Promote appropriate professional development programs and orientation/training for building staff.• Serve in the place of the principal, when necessary, in due process and student disciplinary matters.• Evaluate assigned personnel which includes teachers and paraprofessionals.• Coordinate the development of the master schedule, the preparation of student schedules, and report card processing.• Promote the District’s philosophy and goals in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the instructional program for the school.• Implement instructional and support services for students in accordance with individualized education plans and/or other District-authorized accommodation plans.• Engage parents and community members in the educational process and in the support of student learning, achievement, and overall wellbeing. Show less

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  Lorain City Schools

  Aug 2021 - Aug 2023

  Assistant Principal

  * Participate in development and evaluation of educational programs.* Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot suchefforts when appropriate.* Promote the use of technology in teaching/learning process.* Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.* Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.* Communicate effectively with students and staff.* Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and communitymembers.* Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences* Help plan daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacherassignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.* Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with attendance clerk on follow-up investigations.* Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory; maintain records; and verifyreceipts for materials.* Assist with safety inspections and safety-drill practice activities.* Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support services.* Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy Show less

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  Bedford City Schools

  Aug 2023 - now

  School Principal