K ARLEEN K EMP , E D .D.

973.868.6203 karleen@comcast.net
https://www.linkedin.com/in/KarleenKempedd

PRINCIPAL
Curriculum Design| Program and People Management | Strategic Planning and Analysis
An innovative, dedicated, methodical, and highly skilled educationist with more than 10 years of experience in teaching
and educational leadership. An adept professional with strong commitment to staff and student development through
operational ownership and leadership. Dynamic visionary educator and solid team player with effective problem-solving
and organizational skills. Proven record in collaborating with the institutional administration, faculty, and community to
bolster student academic achievement and enhance both student and parental involvement. Exceptional prowess in
effective teaching techniques to influence and improve the learning and teaching process. Technical proficiency in
PeopleSoft, Adobe Creative Suites, QuarkXPress, HTML, Microsoft Office Suite, SPSS, Qualtrics, Campus Labs. Excellent
troubleshooting, interpersonal, analytical, and cross-functional skills.

Curriculum Development
Student and Teacher Motivation
Strategic Planning and Analysis
Performance Management

Budgetary Controls
Program Administration
Relationship Building
Impact Evaluation

Training and Development

Regulatory Compliance
Team Leadership
Conflict Resolution

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KEAN UNIVERSITY, Union, NJ
2002Present
Adjunct Professor - Graphics Communication Department
Foster an environment conducive to learning, including innovative pedagogy. Design and deploy graduate
digital image preparation course, using a wide variety of teaching aids, motivational strategies to engage students
in active learning.
Significantly enhance student academic, intellectual, and social growth by using varied teaching strategies and
techniques to provide a solid academic foundation and positive attitude toward education.
Teach an undergraduate desktop publishing course covering DTP terminologies, typography, design and layout
concepts, and computer and software operations to ensure desired learning outcomes.
BARRINGER ACADEMY OF S.T.E.A.M., Newark, NJ
20132015
Vice Principal - Newark Public Schools
Managed a professional development program for faculty; reviewed and recalibrated the program for optimal
curriculum and professional development and grants dissemination. Actively participated in development and
achievement of strategic initiatives, courses, and program-level assessment initiatives. Directed curriculum and
designed instructional methodologies to yield positive outcomes.
Established congenial work relationships with staff, students, and parents. Participated in selection and
recommendation of textbooks and supplementary instructional materials, adhering to Common Core State
Standards, PARCC, and other governing policies, rules, and regulations.
Tactfully leveraged resources/strategic collaboration, collaborated with district leaders and community partners
to encourage parental involvement and strong community alliances. Critically analyzed teacher/student data and
recommended interventions as required.
Synthesized standardized test scores information, reviewed results and trends with faculty and administration
and carried out necessary actions. Advised, evaluated, coordinated, and implemented judicial actions. Assisted in
design and management of effective recruitment and selection system, evaluation, and staff development.
WEST SIDE HIGH SCHOOL, Newark, NJ
20102013
Department Chairperson
Assisted principal in planning, organizing, scheduling, directing, evaluating co-curricular and extracurricular
activities. Aided in staff and district training and development sessions to assure utilization of hands-on
cooperative learning and assessment approaches.

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Enforced student disciplinary procedures, adhering to rules and regulations; expedited issue resolution. Ensured
consistent and accurate management reporting and maintained impeccable files and records management system.
Guided curriculum design, deployment, and assessment to enhance productivity.

NEWARK VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, Newark, NJ

20042010
Graphic Arts Instructor
Developed graphic communications and digital prepress evolution of techniques, lesson plans; recorded grades,
marked tests, and reviewed assignments. Taught with a concentration in work flow from design to print.
Curriculum Writer, Summer 2005
Devised and employed Graphic Design I & II and Graphic Print Production curriculum.
BECREATED/BECREATED COMMUNITY ARTS, INC., Union, NJ
Jan 2003Present
President
Steered a team of three creative professionals to design and produce brochures, flyers, business cards, mailers,
web pages, logos, and packaging according to client specifications. Guided community youth in creating pieces of
visual arts.
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Doctorate, Urban Educational Leadership, Kean University, Union, NJ, 2015
Masters Degree, Administration and Supervision, Saint Peters University, Jersey City, NJ, 2007
Masters Degree, Graphic Communications Management & Technology, New York University, New York, NY, 2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree, Computer Graphics, College of New Jersey, Trenton, NJ, 1997
Certificate, Emerging Leaders
Certificate, Principal/Supervisor, New Jersey
Commercial Art Certificate, Teacher of Skilled Trades, New Jersey
LICENSES & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
New Jersey Real Estate License
New Jersey Womens Network in Higher Education
National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)
New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association (NJPSA)
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated
National Organization of African American Administrators