Barb Babauta
Woodbridge
Summary
Resourceful and passionate educational professionals with 17 years of experience helping students achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Intern
Herbert J. Saunders Middle School, PWCS
08.2023 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Increased staff morale through a monthly teacher recognition program.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
- Oversaw curriculum design process to ensure alignment with state standards and best practices in education.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
English Language Arts Teacher
Benton Middle School
08.2017 - 08.2023
- Connected with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, concerns, and achievements.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Mentored new teachers in the department to ensure their smooth transition into the school community.
- Collaborated with colleagues to expand cross-curricular connections, enriching students'' overall educational experience.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in ELA education.
- Led the ELA department and promoted a positive learning environment by fostering collaboration throughout the Collaborative Learning Team and the grade level.
- Developed curriculum for Language and Literature Supplemental course.
English Language Arts Teacher
Graham Park Middle School, PWCS
12.2007 - 08.2017
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Served as the Chair of the ELA department.
Grassroots Coordinator
Premier, Inc.
02.2001 - 01.2007
- Boosted public awareness of organizational initiatives through targeted campaigns..
- Expanded network of supporters by actively participating in local events and developing key partnerships with stakeholders.
- Monitored legislative developments impacting organization''s mission in order to inform leadership on potential advocacy opportunities or challenges.
- Managed database of contacts, ensuring accurate record-keeping for efficient communication with supporters and partners.
Legislative Assistant
Office Of Senator Mark Forbes, Guam Legislature
01.1995 - 12.1999
- Facilitated communication between legislators and constituents through timely correspondence and outreach efforts.
- Collaborated with fellow staffers to coordinate schedules accurately, ensuring punctual attendance at all necessary engagements.
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and prioritizing tasks for optimal results.
- Monitored legislative developments by attending hearings, briefings, and meetings to stay informed on current matters.
Special Assistant
Office Of The Governor Of Guam
08.1993 - 01.1995
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories for use by the Governor or surrogates.
- Managed multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining consistent quality in writing and editing tasks.
- Consistently met tight deadlines under pressure while maintaining high levels of accuracy in writing style.
- Developed and maintained network of media contacts.
Education
Educational Leadership Endorsement -
Longwood University
Farmville, VA08.2021
Master of Education - Secondary Education
George Washington University, The
Washington, DC05.2007
Master of Arts - Public Relations
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05.1993
Bachelor of Arts - English
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05.1991
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Student achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Compassion and Empathy
- Relationship building and networking
- Critical Thinking and Judgment
- Policy Implementation
- Verbal and written communication
- Student Engagement
- Confidence and Determination
- Relationship Building
- Faculty support
- Organizational Leadership
- Policy and procedure development
Timeline
Administrative Intern
Herbert J. Saunders Middle School, PWCS
08.2023 - Current
English Language Arts Teacher
Benton Middle School
08.2017 - 08.2023
English Language Arts Teacher
Graham Park Middle School, PWCS
12.2007 - 08.2017
Grassroots Coordinator
Premier, Inc.
02.2001 - 01.2007
Legislative Assistant
Office Of Senator Mark Forbes, Guam Legislature
01.1995 - 12.1999
Special Assistant
Office Of The Governor Of Guam
08.1993 - 01.1995
Educational Leadership Endorsement -
Longwood University
Master of Education - Secondary Education
George Washington University, The
Master of Arts - Public Relations
Rowan University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Rowan University
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