Jennifer Lennon
Philadelphia
Summary
Highly skilled and student-focused educational leader committed to data-driven decision-making for student and staff development. Dedication to evidence-based approach ensures optimal outcomes for all stakeholders. Excellent communication skills foster positive, lasting relationships with school communities. Honorable professional creating inclusive, supportive environment for student success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice Principal
Cheltenham High School
10.2024 - Current
- Supervised the school's Special Education, Math and Safety departments.
- Member of the school's MTSS team
- Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
- Monitored academic progress of all students through regular review of assessment data to identify trends and potential areas of growth or concern.
- Addressed performance gaps among student subgroups by developing targeted intervention strategies in collaboration with instructional staff.
- Evaluated teacher's instructional practices and effectiveness
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies using school's positive behavior supports systems.
- Championed diversity initiatives in both staffing decisions and curriculum design to create an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Serves as contributing member of the district's Curriculum & Instruction, Professional Development Committee (Grading Guidelines).
- Safety Team Lead
Assistant Principal
School District of Philadelphia
08.2017 - 10.2024
- Serves as part of the assigned school's administrative team; oversees the administration of school programs and the implementation of policies; assists in planning, organizing and evaluating services for professional and nonprofessional personnel such as staff development activities, resource management, and instructional program development
- Participates in the development of the comprehensive educational plan and budgeting
- Served as the designated LEA, Safety Team Lead and PBIS TIPS Facilitator; directs and coordinated staff supervision of areas such as hallways and cafeterias; ensures that schools rules and negotiations are enforced by security personnel on the premises, worked with school's climate manager in student discipline matters
- Persistence in the face of obstacles, productive problem-solving to counter setbacks, initiative to seize opportunities to make change
- Belief in student empowerment and willingness to allow students to play an active role in supporting the school’s vision and climate
- Coordinated student Special Education and ESOL supports and services
- Participated in student admission processes; utilizes a computer-based record management system to access current student information
- Conducts classroom observations on instructional staff; provides input to the school principal during the teacher evaluation process
- Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with community based groups, parents, students and District administrators; works collaboratively with Home and School Associations and student organizations; develops resources within the community
Assistant Principal of Specialized Services
Mastery Charter - Pickett Campus
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Manage the Specialized Services programming at a school including all Special Education Services, 504 plans, Academic and Social Emotional Interventions, and English Learner services
- Implement, supervise and facilitate the Mastery intervention programs and curricula
- Supervise and coordinate the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and 504 processes
- Supervise and coordinate evaluations and related services for students
- Coordinate and monitor the School Social Work services and Mental Health services of partner organizations
- Chair and conduct manifestation determination meetings and other special education meetings
- Ensure the implementation of accommodations in the general education environment
- Ensure that student files are in full compliance with all special education laws
- Conduct informal and formal evaluations for special education teachers and other school staff members
- Support principal and other assistant principals in leading the school and creating a culture of student achievement
Extended School Year Principal
School District of Philadelphia
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Ensure a safe, secure and orderly environment for all
- Ensure appropriate staffing for students' needs (i.e., teachers, classroom assistants, therapists, etc.)
- Attend all mandatory ESY staff meetings (Principal Orientation, opening and final meeting)
- Oversee room and class assignments in conjunction with site director and case manager
- Maintain a visible and consistent presence throughout the ESY remote site
- Conduct classroom observations and complete a minimum of 2 observations of teachers one in July and one in August using the ESY Classroom Review form for all classrooms and monitor data collection
- Clearly communicate learning and development goals that reflect high expectations for students during ESY
- Coordinate the provision of student support services
- Manage conflict constructively at all levels
- Develop positive and collaborative relationships with families
- Oversee the development of the site schedule for elective classes which include gym, art, and music in collaboration with the site director and case manager
- Oversee the virtual Parent Open House
Special Education Liaison (SEL) & RTTI Champion
C.C.A Baldi Middle School
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed 200+ students with disabilities, 13 Special Education teachers & 25 Paraprofessionals
- Liaison between the school and the PA Department of Education and SDP Office of Specialized Services
- Attend monthly District-wide SEL professional developments
- Manage special education confidential files
- Coordinate and Facilitate Interagency meetings
- Facilitate professional development of special education laws, policies and procedures
- Teacher Coach
- Review IEP documents for compliance with legal and procedural guidelines as well as facilitate IEP meetings
- Provide mentoring and training to special education staff members
- Maintain quality communication between special education staff, school site staff, and families
- Interagency coordinator
ESY Coordinator
Lincoln High School
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Adhere to all timelines developed by OSS
- Review ESY student information at Central Office
- Ensure student information is complete and in compliance with state regulations
- Develop class lists for ESY Sites for 150+ students
- Make room and class assignments in conjunction with Site Principal and information from HR applications
- Ensure appropriate staffing for students' needs (i.e., teachers, classroom assistants, therapists, etc.)
- Develop site schedule for breakfast, lunch, gym, art, and music in conjunction with Site Principal
- Handle transportation issues (i.e., adds, drops, changes of address, medical requests, etc.)
- Coordinate materials and instructional supplies distributions
- Assign Bus Attendants, Classroom Assistants, and 1:1s to be used during the day to support program
- Coordinate and assist in the Parent Open House
- Assist Principal in completing the Quality Program Checklist for all classrooms and monitor data collection
- Support instructional intervention program and collect necessary data requested by OSS
- Ensure student equipment is labeled properly to be returned to the receiving school
- Support the use of grant compliance office daily sign-in and sign-out sheets and deliver TPERS to OSS
Instructional Lead Teacher (Math)
Edward Gideon School
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Collaborated with instructional leaders to develop math curriculum
- Provided instructional support to math teachers in organizing classroom systems and procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged
- Developed and facilitated professional development activities
- Met regularly with leadership team to discuss school-wide data
- Provided coaching for new teachers in the school
- Ongoing personal and professional development on instructional and content strategies
Special Education Teacher, Autistic Learning Support (6th - 8th grade)
C.C.A Baldi Middle School
01.2015 - 12.2017
Special Education Teacher, Learning Support (K-3rd Grade)
Edward Gideon School
01.2013 - 12.2015
Math Teacher (7th - 8th grade)
Edward Gideon School
01.2007 - 12.2013
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership, Principal Certification
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA01.2012
Masters of Education - Special Education
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA01.2008
Bachelor's of Science - Mathematics Education
Delaware State University
Dover, DE01.2006
Skills
- Program Management and Coordination
- Knowledgeable about Special Education Policies & Procedures
- Knowledgeable about other School-related Policies & Procedures
- Staff Training and Development
- Curriculum Development and Implementation
- Data Collection and Analyzation
- Parent & Community Involvement
- Technology and Google Docs
- School Roster Development
- Schoolwide Culture
Professional References
- Jody Roseman, Adjunct Professor, Arcadia University, 215-317-2828
- Jeannine Hendricks, Principal, Strawberry Manson High School, 215-279-2625
- Shavon Savage, Associate Professor of Practice, Temple University, 267-879-3888
Certification
School Administration K-12 - Level 2
Special Education N-12 - Level 2
Middle School Mathematics - Level 2
Timeline
Vice Principal
Cheltenham High School
10.2024 - Current
Assistant Principal of Specialized Services
Mastery Charter - Pickett Campus
07.2021 - 07.2022
Extended School Year Principal
School District of Philadelphia
06.2019 - 08.2024
Assistant Principal
School District of Philadelphia
08.2017 - 10.2024
Special Education Liaison (SEL) & RTTI Champion
C.C.A Baldi Middle School
01.2016 - 01.2017
ESY Coordinator
Lincoln High School
01.2016 - 12.2016
Special Education Teacher, Autistic Learning Support (6th - 8th grade)
C.C.A Baldi Middle School
01.2015 - 12.2017
Special Education Teacher, Learning Support (K-3rd Grade)
Edward Gideon School
01.2013 - 12.2015
Instructional Lead Teacher (Math)
Edward Gideon School
01.2012 - 12.2015
Math Teacher (7th - 8th grade)
Edward Gideon School
01.2007 - 12.2013
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership, Principal Certification
Arcadia University
Masters of Education - Special Education
Arcadia University
Bachelor's of Science - Mathematics Education
Delaware State University
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