Shurlane Josey
Fortson
Summary
Dedicated Assistant Principal with a strong background in educational leadership and staff development. Proven success in managing academic programs and implementing school-wide initiatives that foster positive learning environments. Core competencies include strategic planning, team collaboration, and effective communication, contributing to enhanced student performance and improved teacher effectiveness through innovative leadership strategies.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Harris County School District
Hamilton
09.2004 - 05.2025
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by staff members and students.
- Investigated incidents involving disciplinary action against students or faculty members.
- Conducted meetings with parents to discuss their children's academic progress.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and teacher performance.
- Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Displayed strong decision making abilities and confidence to staff and students.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
High School Science Teacher
Muscogee County School District
Columbus
08.1994 - 09.2004
- Assisted students in developing problem-solving skills related to scientific concepts.
- Conducted weekly science labs with emphasis on interactive exploration.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of scientific advancements and incorporated them into lessons.
- Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans to engage students in the learning process.
Middle School Science Teacher
Terrell County Board Of Education
Dawson
08.1993 - 05.1994
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for middle school science classes.
- Collaborated with student teachers, specialists and school leaders to give each student best possible education.
- Maintained safe and organized laboratory environment.
High School Science Teacher
Mitchell County School System
Camilla
08.1990 - 05.1993
- Assisted students in developing problem-solving skills related to scientific concepts.
- Conducted weekly science labs with emphasis on interactive exploration.
- Facilitated extracurricular clubs such as Science Club.
- Attended professional development seminars to stay abreast of current trends in education.
Education
EdS - Educational Leadership
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA06-1999
Master of Science - General Science
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA06-1997
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Albany State University
Albany, GA06-1989
Skills
- Student discipline
- Curriculum development
- Teacher evaluation
- Effective Parent Communication
- Safety Procedures
- Data Interpretation for scheduling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Harris County School District
09.2004 - 05.2025
High School Science Teacher
Muscogee County School District
08.1994 - 09.2004
Middle School Science Teacher
Terrell County Board Of Education
08.1993 - 05.1994
High School Science Teacher
Mitchell County School System
08.1990 - 05.1993
EdS - Educational Leadership
Columbus State University
Master of Science - General Science
Columbus State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Albany State University
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