Rosemary A. Naab
Jenkintown
Summary
Professional educator with 45 years of experience as a teacher and administrator skilled in fostering engaging and inclusive learning environments. Strong background in curriculum development and student assessment. Highly collaborative and adaptable to evolving educational needs. Knowledge of best practices in student engagement to drive continuous improvement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Bishop McDevitt High School
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Developed and implemented educational programs aligned with school mission and curriculum standards in coordination with Villanova University and the University of Pennsylvania.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with academic policies and regulations for a smooth learning environment.
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to strengthen partnerships that support student success and school initiatives.
- Evaluated student performance data to inform instructional decisions and improve academic outcomes across grade levels.
- Led strategic planning sessions focused on long-term goals for school growth and improvement initiatives.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Mentored staff through regular feedback sessions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Worked closely with Director of Guidance to facilitate student personal, college and career counseling.
- Evaluated progress of Connelly Scholarship recipients with Connelly Foundation advisors.
- Wrote and received $20,000 in grants from the Connelly and St. Martin de Porres Foundations
Principal
Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic High School
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Developed and implemented educational programs aligned with school mission and curriculum standards.
- Facilitated professional development workshops to enhance faculty teaching strategies and student engagement.
- Mentored staff through regular feedback sessions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Evaluated progress of Connelly Scholarship recipients with Connelly Foundation advisors.
- Created college partnerships with the following universities/colleges: St. Joseph, LaSalle, Immaculata, Gwynedd-Mercy, Neumann.
- Wrote and received three grants from the Connelly Foundation totaling $150,000.
Director of Student Services
Office of Catholic Education of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Handled issues involving discipline, guidance, athletics
- Mentored new assistant principals
Director of Secondary Personnel
Office of Catholic Education of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Handled issues involving staffing, teacher placement, interviews
- Worked with the Association of Catholic Teachers on contract issues
- Represented Office of Catholic Education during the grievance process
Education
M.Ed. -
Arcadia University
01.1996
BA - Social Studies
St. Joseph’s University
01.1974
Skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Student performance data
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Student and parent relations
- Decision-making
- Interpersonal strengths
Awards
Archdiocese of Philadelphia 1997 Curriculum Quill Award for contributions to curriculum and instruction
Training
- 12 Graduate credits in Literacy – University of Pennsylvania Literacy Network
- 3 AP English Literature and Language Courses – LaSalle University
- Workshops and seminars on Educational Leadership – through the International Center for Leadership in Education
- Workshops on Curriculum and Instruction include Kelly Gallagher on Writing, Robert Marzano’s Curriculum Instruction and Assessment; Integrating Technology and Curriculum, Creating Effective ELA Assessment, Writing Across the Curriculum, Strategies for Improving Standardized Test Scores, Understanding by Design
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
- Private writing tutor 2019 - 2022
- English Teacher, Archbishop Ryan High School Philadelphia, PA 2012 – 2019
- Literacy Coordinator; developed Literacy Action Plan with Literacy Team
- Developed three courses and workshops for teachers with Literacy Team and the University of Pennsylvania Literacy Program
- English Teacher, Archbishop Ryan High School 1975 – 1999
- Chairperson of English Department 1993 – 1996
- Diocesan Instructor for writing software 1997 – 1999
- Member of the English Curriculum Committee 1992 – 1996
- Member of Literature Advisory Board for Prentice Hall Publishers 1997 – 2000
Timeline
Principal
Bishop McDevitt High School
01.2006 - 01.2012
Principal
Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic High School
01.2002 - 01.2006
Director of Student Services
Office of Catholic Education of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
01.2001 - 01.2002
Director of Secondary Personnel
Office of Catholic Education of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
01.1999 - 01.2001
BA - Social Studies
St. Joseph’s University
M.Ed. -
Arcadia University
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