Patrice Leonard M.ED.
Monroe
Summary
Assistant Principal with experience in instructional leadership, curriculum development, and school operations, seeking advancement to a Principal role. Skilled in staff development, conflict resolution, and building positive, collaborative school cultures. Proven ability to improve student outcomes through data-driven decisions, effective program implementation, and strategic planning. A dependable and adaptable leader committed to strengthening academic performance, supporting staff growth, and leading school-wide improvement initiatives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Swanson Center for Youth
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinate daily teacher coverage plans to ensure continuity of instruction and operational efficiency during staff absences.
- Review lesson plans and provide instructional feedback aligned with Louisiana Department of Education standards and school improvement goals.
- Provide operational support for student movement, classroom transitions, and daily school functions within a correctional education environment.
- Oversee and analyze quarterly assessment data and PBS youth tracking reports to monitor student progress and instructional effectiveness.
- Support daily school operations, campus procedures, safety protocols, and administrative functions.
- Submit LDOE compliance documentation and maintain accurate educational records in accordance with state and institutional guidelines.
- Plan school events, professional activities, and student programs to promote engagement and positive school culture.
- Participate in leadership meetings focused on school improvement planning, staffing, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
- Assist with staff interviewing, workforce planning, onboarding support, and personnel coordination.
CTE Instructor / Keyboarding Instructor / Speech & Drama Coach
Carroll Junior High School
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Taught Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses focused on workplace readiness, leadership, and professional development.
- Instructed students in computer literacy, keyboarding, and technology integration skills.
- Coordinated school programs, student events, assemblies, and performance productions.
- Taught public speaking, emotional wellness, leadership development, and effective communication skills.
- Coached students in acting techniques, speech competitions, character development, and stage performance.
- Developed engaging lesson plans and implemented differentiated instructional strategies to improve student participation and achievement.
- Fostered positive classroom environments through effective classroom management and student engagement practices.
Mental Health Specialist
Cognitive Development Center
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Provided crisis intervention and support services to mental health clients.
- Documented counseling sessions, behavioral observations, and client progress notes.
- Conducted home-based instructional and support sessions for clients and families.
- Conducted quarterly client assessments and progress evaluations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support treatment goals and client development.
- Assisted clients with emotional regulation, coping strategies, and life-skills development.
CTE Instructor / PBIS Committee Member / Speech & Acting Coach / Delta Coordinator
Neville High School
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Developed curriculum and lesson plans for Career and Technical Education programs.
- Taught résumé writing, mock interviews, workplace professionalism, and career readiness skills.
- Analyzed and submitted student performance data to support instructional improvement initiatives.
- Trained students in public speaking, theater performance, and competitive speech tournaments.
- Integrated PBIS strategies to support positive student behavior, emotional growth, and academic success.
- Coordinated transportation and scheduling for student participation in Delta Community College dual-enrollment classes.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Louisiana Christian University
2021
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication – Broadcasting Concentration
Southern University And A&M College
2013
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Student Achievement
- Documentation
- Confidence and Determination
Affiliations
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
- Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
- International Thespian Society
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Swanson Center for Youth
01.2024 - Current
CTE Instructor / Keyboarding Instructor / Speech & Drama Coach
Carroll Junior High School
01.2020 - 01.2024
Mental Health Specialist
Cognitive Development Center
01.2017 - 01.2021
CTE Instructor / PBIS Committee Member / Speech & Acting Coach / Delta Coordinator
Neville High School
01.2017 - 01.2020
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Louisiana Christian University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication – Broadcasting Concentration
Southern University And A&M College