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Timothy Barnes

Clinton

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Guy-Perkins School District, enhancing student achievement through data-driven decision-making and effective parent communication. Championed school safety and discipline management, fostering a positive learning environment that led to improved standardized test scores and increased community engagement.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

K-12 Principal for Student Support Services

Guy-Perkins School District
07.2020 - Current
  • Promoted a safe learning environment by implementing school-wide safety protocols and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Increased student achievement through effective instructional leadership, curriculum development, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to address individual student needs effectively using a collaborative approach among teachers, specialists, counselors, and parents/guardians.
  • Streamlined scheduling procedures to maximize instructional time while balancing the diverse needs of students, teachers, and support staff.
  • Evaluated staff performance, provided constructive feedback, and supported professional development opportunities that contributed to overall school success.
  • Collaborated with district administrators to align goals and resources for continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
  • Developed a comprehensive professional development plan focused on improving teacher effectiveness and student outcomes.
  • Established high expectations for academic performance, leading to improved standardized test scores across all grade levels.
  • Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
  • Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
  • Increased student achievement through effective instructional leadership, curriculum development, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Championed a culture of continuous improvement by utilizing data analysis and evaluation tools in the pursuit of educational excellence.

Accreditation Specialist

Arkansas Department of Education
07.2007 - 06.2020
  • Improved overall compliance by conducting thorough audits and providing constructive feedback to departments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop action plans for addressing areas of non-compliance identified during internal or external reviews.
  • Promoted a culture of transparency and accountability, presenting accreditation findings to relevant stakeholders in an accessible and user-friendly manner.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Achieved timely completion of accreditation projects through effective coordination with internal teams and external agencies.
  • Assisted in the development of policies and procedures to support best practices for accreditation processes.
  • Ensured accuracy of accreditation reports, maintaining up-to-date records and tracking progress towards specific goals.

Elementary School Principal

Shirley School District
09.1999 - 06.2006
  • Developed a comprehensive strategic plan that guided the school''s direction while adhering to state standards and requirements.
  • Mentored new teachers through observation feedback sessions, contributing to their growth as educators within the school system.
  • Managed staffing decisions by hiring qualified candidates who aligned with the school''s values and mission statement while balancing budgetary constraints effectively.
  • Reduced disciplinary issues by developing and enforcing clear expectations for student behavior and academic progress.
  • Established a positive learning environment by fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members.
  • Increased parent involvement by organizing events, workshops, and regular communication channels to keep families informed and engaged.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.

Elementary School Teacher

Ashdown School District
07.1988 - 08.1999
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Texas A&M University, Texarkana
Texarkana, TX
12-1999

Ashdown High School
Ashdown, AR
05-1982

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR
05-1988

Skills

  • Educational leadership
  • Integrity-driven leadership
  • Effective parent communication
  • Community outreach
  • School safety
  • Student discipline
  • Discipline management

Accomplishments

    Served two terms ( 10 years ) on the Clinton School Board. Completed over 100 hours of professional development school board training.

    Appointed to the Board of Visitors, Arkansas School for Math, Science, and the Arts. Served as Chairman of the board four years.

    Current City Council Director for the city of Clinton, Arkansas.

Timeline

K-12 Principal for Student Support Services

Guy-Perkins School District
07.2020 - Current

Accreditation Specialist

Arkansas Department of Education
07.2007 - 06.2020

Elementary School Principal

Shirley School District
09.1999 - 06.2006

Elementary School Teacher

Ashdown School District
07.1988 - 08.1999

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Texas A&M University, Texarkana

Ashdown High School

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Henderson State University

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