LAVERNE HALLIBURTON, ED.D. EDICATION aPERSEVERANCE aCOMPETENCE lh159af8e@westpost.

net ing Pines Circle (478) 957-4531 Pooler, GA 31322 MASTER OF EDUCATION / INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES PROFESSIONAL aCommitted to the Personal and Professional Development of Future Citizensa

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A results-driven, culturally diverse, passionate advocate of worldwide education ; possessing over 25 years of success leading the administration of education pr ograms, and facilitating the application of concepts designed to promote the dev elopment of life skills, ensure student success, and improve performance. Partic ularly adept in the development of dynamic teachers and staff, encouraging a tea m approach to conquering challenges, and gaining unwavering support while cultiv ating interest in exploring the benefits of scholastic excellence. aEducators must be committed to excellence, and be morally obligated to inspire the pursuit of professional competence; encourage the development of impeccable character, and cultivate productive members of societya.a CORE COMPETENCIES * * * * * * * * * * * * Curriculum Planning / Development Process Analysis / Standardization Campus Improvement / Re-engineering Staff Development / Dynamic Leadership Budgetary Management / Cost Controls Selection / Recruiting / Retention Client / Public / Community Relations Innovative Learning Methodology Community / Committee Organization Internal / External Collaboration Fundraising / Resource Management Vision / Values / Goals / Objectives ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

DOCTOR OF EDUCATION a" EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP ADMINISTRATION [2002] EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST / EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION [2001] Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL MASTERS LEVEL T-5 CERTIFICATION [1986] MIDDLE GRADES 4-8 Albany State University, Albany, GA MASTER OF SCIENCE a" VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELING [1985] Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, GA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE a" POLITICAL SCIENCE [1979] Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA BENCHMARKS & MILESTONES

* As Leadership Facilitator for the Division of School Improvement, Georgia Depa rtment of Education, Regional School Support Team; mentored principals and teach ers (elementary, middle, high school levels) on the implementation of the aGeorg ia Performance Standardsa initiative. * Administered onsite, school improvement services to a variety of public school systems and districts, and counseled leadership on budget management strategies to facilitate improving student achievement. * As Principal, directed the administration of institutional programs; recruited and trained staff members and educators on best practices or teaching methodolo gy; and managed the tasks supporting continuity in day-to-day operations (logist ics, personnel, curriculum, finance, public relations, compliance, standardizati on, support services). * Established and maintained cooperative, viable partnerships with families, com munity members, service organizations, and government agencies in developing pro grams to promote high levels of academic achievement for students. * As Assistant Principal, governed curriculum and chaired School Improvement Tea ms; participated in School Leadership Teams to spearhead and implement a variety of education programs (Literacy Block, Americaas Choice Design, 25 Book Campaig n, Book-of-the-Month, Readers / Writers Workshops and Skills Development Block). LAVERNE HALLIBURTON, ED.D. PAGE 2a RELEVANT CONTRIBUTIONS * Constructed master schedules and duty rosters; supervised counseling programs; administered discipline, social and recreational programs; and conducted ongoin g classroom observations and assessments. * Provided professional development training for auxiliary staff, educators, par aprofessionals, volunteers, site support, and substitute teachers; on curriculum , best operating practices, health and safety programs, and school-wide improvem ent initiatives. * Mentored professionals through performance evaluations; oversaw the preparatio n of reports; ensured compliance and standardization based on regulatory guidanc e, local, state, and government policies. * Facilitated the conduct of state and district standardized assessments; organi zed, administered and supervised the implementation of instructional programs. * Fostered the participation of teachers, parents, and students in productive co nferences to refine instructional techniques, classroom management, and accelera te progression toward benchmark goals. * Reviewed lesson plans, and designed curriculum / instruction improvements; emp owered teachers in efforts to design, implement, review, and modify research bas ed literacy programs. * Conducted study groups, fire drills, defense drills, and supervised extra-curr icular school activities. * Established procedures to support and standardize ongoing communication betwee n students, staff, parents, teachers, and community members. * Interfaced with local law enforcement representatives and liaised with other c ommunity agencies on security measures, safety, and wellness issues. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Principal, Button Gwinnett Elementary School, Hinesville, GA 2006-Present Leadership Facilitator a" School Improvement Division, Georgia Department of Edu cation, Atlanta, GA 2005-2006 Principal, Southwest Elementary School, Sparta, GA 2004-2005 Assistant Principal a" Curriculum and Instruction, Macon County Elementary, Ogle thorpe, GA 2000-2004 Assistant Principal, Charles H. Bruce Elementary School, Macon, GA 1997-2000

Assistant Principal, James H. Porter Elementary School, Macon, GA 1994-1997 Assistant Principal, INGRAM-PYE Elementary School, Macon, GA 1994 Teacher, M.L. King, Elementary School, Macon, GA 1993-1994 Teacher, Fort Valley Middle School, Fort Valley, GA 1992-1993 Teacher, Byron Elementary School, Byron, GA 1990-1992 Teacher, Pearl Stephens Elementary, Macon, GA 1986-1990

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Professional Association of Georgia Educators - Member Interview Team Committee - Member Georgia Assessment of Performance on School Standards (GAPSS) a" Review Team Mem ber Georgia Teacher Evaluation - Member Georgia Media Specialist Evaluation Program - Member School Counselor Evaluation Program - Member Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) a" Review Committee Member AUTOMATION / TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE(R) Word 2003/2007 | Excel | Power Point | Works | Outlook Newsletter Basics