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TIA M. WANZO, EdD

McKeesport

Summary

  • Articulate, outgoing self-starter who finds solutions to problems and learns quickly by taking initiative
  • Organized and detail-orientated with the ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Reputation with colleagues and parents for dependability, impartiality, and results oriented
  • Recognized by fellow administrators as a person who excels in a multi-task environment
  • Keeps current in her field of responsibility via reading, coursework, workshops, conferences, discussion sessions at meetings, training sessions, etc.
  • Understands, implements, and enforces policies adopted by the Board
  • Demonstrates knowledge and articulation of the curriculum
  • Implements and evaluates instruction programs effectively
  • Effectively utilizes resources within the building (or department), district, and community
  • Creates a learning climate in the school that will enable students to work toward their expected level of achievement

Professional educator with strong leadership capabilities and proven track record in school administration. Known for fostering collaborative environments and driving academic achievement through strategic planning and curriculum development. Adept at managing diverse teams and adapting to evolving educational needs, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality education. Strong organizational and communication skills, with focus on creating positive outcomes for students, staff, and community.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Superintendent

McKeesport Area School District
01.2022 - 11.2024
  • Manages all aspects of hiring, assignments, promotions, transfers and discipline of personnel within the district
  • Consultant to the curriculum development committee
  • Assists in the preparation and administration of the district's budget
  • Supervises and evaluates administrative and professional staff of the personnel services office
  • Member of the district's negotiating team
  • Maintains all personnel files and contracts
  • Assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of the district's federal programs
  • Assists in developing and implementing a 5-year plan for the school district
  • Implemented a Principal Summit
  • Created Community Liaisons to retrieve charter school students back to the district
  • Created and Implemented a Safety and Security Plan for students and staff of the district
  • Initiated and organized an annual Administrators' Retreat
  • Developed seamless communication and collaboration between McKeesport Area School District and Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation ensuring alignment of goals and objectives of the partnership
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by regularly reviewing policies and procedures and updating them as needed.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with unions representing district employees, balancing financial constraints with a commitment to fair compensation for all workers.
  • Championed social-emotional learning initiatives throughout the district to promote mental health awareness among staff members and foster positive coping strategies among students during times of stress or change.

Associate Principal at Founder's Hall Middle School

McKeesport Area School District
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Promoting the academic success of all students by setting high expectations and standards
  • Organizing the school environment around student achievement
  • Creating and demanding rigorous content and instruction
  • Creating a climate of continuous learning for staff
  • Using multiple sources of data as a diagnostic tool to access, identify, and apply instructional improvement
  • Actively engaging the local community in education and learning

Head Principal at Twin Rivers Elementary School

McKeesport Area School District
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Promoting the academic success of all students by setting high expectations and standards
  • Organizing the school environment around student achievement
  • Creating and demanding rigorous content and instruction
  • Creating a climate of continuous learning for staff
  • Using multiple sources of data as a diagnostic tool to access, identify, and apply instructional improvement
  • Actively engage the local community in education and learning
  • Actively encourages the participation of parents and community members in school activities
  • Serves as a liaison between community support groups and the school
  • Provided efficient scheduling and programming for staff and/or students that are economically and educationally sound
  • Evaluates effectively the performance of those in her area of responsibility

Assistant Principal at the High School

McKeesport Area School District
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Promoting the academic success of all students by setting high expectations and standards
  • Organizing the school environment around student achievement
  • Creating and demanding rigorous content and instruction
  • Creating a climate of continuous learning for staff
  • Using multiple sources of data as a diagnostic tool to access, identify, and apply instructional improvement
  • Actively engaging the local community in education and learning

Assistant Principal at Founder's Hall Middle School

McKeesport Area School District
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Promoting the academic success of all students by setting high expectations and standards
  • Organizing the school environment around student achievement
  • Creating and demanding rigorous content and instruction
  • Creating a climate of continuous learning for staff
  • Using multiple sources of data as a diagnostic tool to access, identify, and apply instructional improvement
  • Actively engaging the local community in education and learning

Elementary Teacher

McKeesport Area School District
01.2001 - 01.2009
  • Planning engaging and interactive lessons in accordance with curriculum guidelines and educational standards
  • Creating a positive learning environment that promotes student participation
  • Implements effective classroom management strategies
  • Participates in school-wide initiatives

Education

Letter of Eligibility -

CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PA
California, Pennsylvania
08.2018

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership-Social Justice Focus

DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
08.2014

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

CARLOW COLLEGE
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
05.2005

Undergraduate Coursework -

CLARION UNIVERSITY
Clarion, Pennsylvania
01.2001

Skills

  • Instructional leadership
  • Community engagement
  • School safety
  • Organizational management

Certification

  • Principal Certification K-12
  • Elementary K-6 Certification

Affiliations

  • Pennsylvania School Board Association
  • Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators
  • Pennsylvania Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development
  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
  • Bethlehem Baptist Church
  • Duquesne University School of Education Advisory Council

Timeline

Superintendent

McKeesport Area School District
01.2022 - 11.2024

Associate Principal at Founder's Hall Middle School

McKeesport Area School District
01.2016 - 01.2017

Head Principal at Twin Rivers Elementary School

McKeesport Area School District
01.2013 - 01.2016

Assistant Principal at the High School

McKeesport Area School District
01.2010 - 01.2013

Assistant Principal at Founder's Hall Middle School

McKeesport Area School District
01.2009 - 01.2010

Elementary Teacher

McKeesport Area School District
01.2001 - 01.2009

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

CARLOW COLLEGE

Undergraduate Coursework -

CLARION UNIVERSITY

Letter of Eligibility -

CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PA

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership-Social Justice Focus

DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY
TIA M. WANZO, EdD