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Wiatta T. Padmore

(571) 228-4105

E-MAIL: wiattapadmore@gmail.com

EDUCATION:

▪ Virginia Postgraduate Professional License, Administration and Supervision, PreK-12 Accelerated Certification Cohort with LEAD Fairfax and George Mason University.

▪ M.A., Professional Studies: Teaching (Initiatives in Educational Transformations), George Mason University.

▪ B.S., Early Childhood and Special Education, Gordon College, Wenham, MA.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:

Principal 2016-2024 London Towne Elementary, Centreville VA

▪ Responsible for and led a diverse school of learners in a Pre-K - 6 school in Fairfax County Public Schools (700+ students & 130 faculty/staff).

▪ Developed and implemented innovative systems & Professional Learning Communities (PLC) that enabled staff to maximize student potential and learning. LTES consistently met all state standards and closed achievement gaps for students.

▪ Established positive relationships with all stakeholders including business partners to support students, staff, and families.

▪ Supervised staff and the implementation of VA state standards, FCPS curriculum, instruction, assessment, and discipline.

▪ Managed the school and Title 1 budget to ensure student academic success.

▪ Established effective communication and collaborative practices with LTES and FCPS staff, parents, business partners, to ensure continued academic, social, and emotional progress for students.

Assistant Principal 2010-2016 Franconia Elementary, Alexandria VA & Fox Mill Elementary, Herndon VA

▪ Worked and planned with the principal to support instructional programs including data reviews, School Plan implementation, and professional development.

▪ Collaborated with school teams to ensure best practices and sound instructional practices were in place.

▪ Observed, coached, evaluated, and encouraged all teachers, instructional assistants, and custodians including those participating in the evaluation process.

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▪ Coordinated, trained staff and implemented FCPS and state assessments including eCART, SOL, VGLA, WIDA, and Iowa tests.

▪ Planned and executed all required safety drills including tornado, fire, and lock down.

Updated and communicated Crisis Plan with staff to ensure school safety preparation

▪ Communicated timely information and instructional updates to staff on a weekly basis via the staff newsletter.

▪ Maintained effective discipline to ensure a safe and secure environment so that learning is at the forefront. Supported total school mission to incorporate Positive Behavior Instructional Supports throughout the school day.

LEAD Fairfax Administrative Intern 2009-2010 McNair Elementary, Herndon VA

▪ Worked and planned with Administrative team to support instructional programs and practices including data reviews, School Plan implementation, and professional development.

▪ Assisted with test coordination and implementation for SOL, VGLA, WIDA, and Iowa tests.

▪ Communicated with the McNair community through monthly school newsletters and fliers for upcoming events and established a Blackboard site for staff.

▪ Actively participated in PTA planning process and all PTA sponsored activities.

▪ Participated in Collaborative Learning Walks trainings as well as monthly learning walks at McNair.

▪ Maintained effective discipline to ensure a safe and secure environment so that learning is at the forefront. Supported total school mission to incorporate Positive Behavior Supports throughout the school day.

Summer School Coordinator August, 2009 McNair Elementary, Herndon VA

▪ Responsible for and supervised the on-site components of the program and supported teachers and students in the program as needed.

▪ Created student data form reflecting progress over the summer for upcoming teacher.

▪ Completed required written reports to ensure compliance with FCPS standards.

Program Director for SOL After-School Remediation Program (ASRP) 1999-2009 London Towne Elementary, Centreville VA

▪ Used data from formative and summative assessments to determine student enrollment and overall achievement.

▪ Managed the ASRP program to enhance student achievement in mathematics and reading.

▪ Maintained effective discipline fostering a safe environment for students and staff.

Summer School Administrative Practicum July, 2006 Lees Corner Elementary, Fairfax, VA

▪ Worked and planned with the administrative team to ensure a collaborative atmosphere conducive to learning.

▪ Participated in summer school planning process and collaborated with the Fairfax County Public Schools Department of Transportation and Lees Corner staff in order to ensure student safety.

▪ Coached, mentored, and encouraged teachers in best practices to meet the needs of our diverse students.

Lion’s Den (Team Leader/School Plan Committee) 1996-1998, 2003-2006, SY 2008 London Towne Elementary, Centreville VA

▪ Planned and led Team and Collaborative Learning Time meetings on a weekly basis.

▪ Collaborated with school plan committee to survey, write, and implement the School Plan.

▪ Facilitated weekly team meetings for Kindergarten (2003-2006) and Third Grade (SY 2008) teams.

▪ Participated in planning for and presenting to LEAD Fairfax for the Teacher Leadership Grant which London Towne was awarded in 2006.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES:

First Grade, Kindergarten, & Third Grade 1991-2009 London Towne Elementary, Centreville VA

▪ Responsible for implementing and planning instruction in the Language Arts and Social Studies curriculum (Kindergarten and First Grade) and all curriculum areas for Third Grade to meet individual, group, and student needs.

▪ Collaborated and team taught with another teacher in the Dual Language and Spanish Immersion Program (Kindergarten and First Grade).

REFERENCES:

Available upon request