Chester, New Jersey, United States
I am an accomplished Retired Army Officer and a visionary leader with extensive experience in higher education, organizational development, human resources and community empowerment. My military career has equipped me with exceptional leadership skills, strategic planning expertise, and a disciplined approach to driving success in complex and dynamic environments. As a leader in higher education, I have demonstrated a remarkable ability to inspire excellence, foster equity, and implement innovative solutions to meet the needs of diverse communities.
the Assistant Director of Student Placement & Clinical Experiences, I provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all clinical, field, and practicum placements within the educator-preparation programs at Kean University. I ensure alignment with state, national, and accreditation standards while fostering strong partnerships with school districts and community organizations to create equitable, high-impact learning experiences for students. I lead all placement logistics from eligibility verification and site coordination to compliance documentation and supervisor engagement while serving as the primary liaison between academic departments, faculty, and external stakeholders. I oversees data collection and reporting processes that support CAEP accreditation and institutional improvement initiatives, and I contribute to policy development that advances diversity, equity, and inclusion across all field experiences. I have successfully expanded partnerships with more than 100 school districts, streamlined placement tracking systems to enhance efficiency, and modernized student-teacher orientation programs to better prepare candidates for professional success. My leadership reflects a balance of strategic vision, administrative excellence, and commitment to student achievement and institutional advancement.
• Supervised personnel management operations for over 500 service members, including records management, recruitment, and readiness • Designed and implemented personnel policies that improved compliance and streamlined workflows • Spearheaded initiatives to improve medical readiness, ensuring compliance with military healthcare standards • Mentored junior officers, fostering leadership development and professional growth
• Designed and implemented innovative curricula, leading to a 20% increase in student performance on standardized tests • Supervised and mentored new teachers, fostering professional growth and instructional excellence • Recognized as Teacher of the Year (2005) and featured in Who's Who Among America's Teachers • Organized departmental initiatives to improve classroom management and curriculum delivery • Directed and supervised staff performance. • Supervised, trained, and developed team members, enhancing their performance and professional growth. • Facilitated communication between students, faculty, and staff. • Established standards of excellence for student learning outcomes.
• Prepared comprehensive course syllabi outlining expectations for class participation and assessment criteria. • Assisted in the design of a new science lab facility, including equipment selection and layout. • Facilitated group discussions among students on current events related to scientific research. • Maintained accurate records of student performance throughout the year. • Organized competitions between classes focusing on problem-solving skills related to various scientific disciplines. • Supervised student interns working on independent research projects within the school's science department
• Managed all administrative and operational support activities for the Office of the Surgeon General • Advised senior leadership on policy development, resource management, and workforce planning • Utilized qualitative and quantitative methods to assess and improve program effectiveness • Coordinated cross-functional teams to execute time-sensitive projects and organizational initiatives