Donald E.

Dodson
3233 Hebron Valley Rd. Madison, VA. 22727
Phone: (540) 718-4942 Email: ddodson@madisonschools.k12.va.us
www.donaldedodson.weebly.com

Objective
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To obtain the position of principal at William Wetsel Middle School and assist the community of Madison County in providing a
quality education to our children that prepares them for the 21st Century.
Motto
Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.
Malcolm X

Education
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M.S. Leadership in Educational Administration

2010-2013

Capella University, Minneapolis, MN.

B.A. History

1998-2002

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA.

Endorsements
Administration and Supervision PreK-12
History and Social Sciences

Experience
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Assistant Principal Waverly Yowell Elementary School

2014-15

Assisted in the direction of all aspects of the educational programs and activities offered at Waverly Yowell Elementary School
(Management, supervision, community involvement, parent relations, discipline/behavioral, evaluation, and other daily activities)
Social Studies Teacher Culpeper County Schools

2003-2014

As a high school history teacher, I received an exemplary rating based on the Virginia standards for teachers in 2013-14.
Member of the teacher advisory board to the superintendent, PBIS Committee, SIM Team, School Safety Committee, and sponsor of
the Brothers 4 a Change Club
Assistant Football and Baseball Coach Culpeper County Schools

2003-2013

Assisted in fostering values in young men to compete on and off the field. Mentored and provided guidance to hundreds of young
men instilling pride, determination, and a since of accomplishment. Assisted in organizing fundraising and community events to
procure resources for the athletic department and under privileged student athletes.

Skills
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Instructional Leadership
Co-chair of the School Improvement Committee tasked with researching and developing innovative instructional/behavioral
techniques to improve the achievement of our students

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Represented WYES at AARPE Conference to better understand VDOE expectations regarding teacher observation and its
positive impact on instruction and student achievement
Assisted in the establishment, scheduling, and supervision of afterschool enrichment programs
Designed WYES 5-Year Technology Plan in conjunction with the district plan presented to the Madison County School
Board in 2015
Assisted in examining and manipulating the Master Schedule to better fit the needs of the students.
Chair of the WYES VTSS Team
Initiated Teacher Electronic Professional Portfolio allowing educational professionals to highlight their classroom
achievements and increase their 21st century skills by preparing their evaluation material on Google Sites.
Designed and provided professional development to address identified weaknesses pertaining to differentiated instruction,
classroom management, technology, and assessments.
Administrated weekly data and grade level meetings to monitor student progress and ensure effective delivery of required
standards
Oversaw the collection and examination of weekly lesson plans.
Provided tangible, specific, and timely feedback on observation documents
Attended Power School Training in July 2015
Community Involvement
Veterans Day Fundraiser Freezin for a Reason 5K
Students and faculty were encouraged to donate spare change to decorate our gymnasium with patriot emblems of the
American Armed Forces. This fundraiser culminated with an early winter 5K dedicated to the Wounded Warriors Project and
Some Gave All program
One Book One School Program
Worked collaboratively with staff to design a program that encouraged participation by the entire school community: faculty,
staff, students, administration, and parents. The program was a big success and culminated in an Academic Pep Rally
highlighting the achievements of the students
Building Management and Supervision
Participated in the recruitment and selection of qualified faculty and staff
Worked collaboratively with bus drivers to create a plan to ensure students are safe during morning and afternoon transitions
Oversaw in the allocation of funds to assist faculty and staff in the daily operations of the school
Worked collaboratively with the Madison Parks and Recreation Department to coordinate and schedule community events
on the Waverly Yowell campus and Hoover Ridge Park
Established positive relationships with local businesses to help allocate resources for school improvement.
Coordinated maintenance issues and contacted community businesses to provide services not rendered by the district
Directed and scheduled custodial staff to ensure Waverly Yowell remained clean, secure, and inviting to the community

Educational Philosophy
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It is my responsibility to ensure that students and faculty are provided with a safe and secure learning environment that supports
student achievement and fosters 21st century learning. I believe it is the task of an educational leader to promote a school vision that
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exemplifies collaboration, positive relationships, professionalism, community involvement, and student centered instructional
techniques. As educators, we build the foundation for our future community.