CHARLES L MORELAND
7931 S Dorchester Ave., Chicago, IL 60619
773-419-8840 (clmoreland@cps.k12.il.us)
April 5, 2007
Ms. Lisa Marie Moreno, Principal
Shoop Academy of Math, Science, and Technology
1460 W. 112th Street
Chicago, IL 60643
Dear Ms. Moreno,
It is with great interest that I seek to apply for the assistant principal position at Shoop Academy of Math, Science,
and Technology. In addition to my educational experiences and qualifications, I have thirteen years experience in
the Chicago Public School System, and I am extremely familiar with the community surrounding your school, and
its general population.
Positive Reinforcement of Uniformed Discipline (PROUD) is a project that I created to assist a school in the area
of student behavior. Introducing, modeling, and reinforcing positive social behavior is an important part of a
student’s educational experience. Teaching behavioral expectations and rewarding students for following them is
a much more positive approach than waiting for misbehavior to occur before responding. With the development of
the PROUD Program which puts a primary focus on school-wide discipline, and positive reinforcement, we can
establish a climate where appropriate behavior is the norm.
The PROUD Program not only has a positive affect/effect on students, but on staff as well. With initiatives that
open communication lines among colleagues, and allows them to develop a sense of ownership in the school.
With detailed knowledge in mathematics and technology, I have a proven track record of raising test scores of
students at every stop of my Chicago Public School journey. In addition, the experience with SIPAAA planning,
staff development, and the ability to enhance a safe and orderly school environment provide me with a firm
commitment to student-centered learning.
I stand behind the statement that all students can learn given a positive learning atmosphere that welcomes
exploration and enhances student confidence. It is my belief that an educator’s mission is to make school
enjoyable and exciting. If students look forward to attending school, they will want to LEARN. I believe that is
what school is all about.
I look forward to meeting with you to discuss, in detail, how I can contribute to your school. Thank you for your
time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Charles L Moreland
CHARLES L MORELAND
7931 S. Dorchester Ave., Chicago, IL 60619
773-419-8840 (email: clmoreland@cps.k12.il.us)
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Offering 13 years of Classroom Achievement in Developing Productive Student Centered Environments to
Maximize Learning Experiences, with a Primary Focus on Discipline
Highly skilled, resourceful, educational leader with a strong commitment to providing a stimulating, safe academic
environment. Organized and dedicated visionary leader dedicated to ensure a positive school culture that
encourages continuous improvements for teachers and students. Experienced in dealing with Chicago Public
School students black boys in particular, the Chicago public school system. Last sentence I have trouble with
Core Competencies include:
• Classroom Management • Mission Statements and School Vision
• Teaching/Mentoring Development • School Discipline, Security, and Safety
• Extracurricular Involvement • Parental and Community Involvement
• Program Evaluation and Assessment • Technological Adeptness
• Mathematical Curriculum and Instruction • Teacher Observation and Walk Through
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Carrie J. Bond Elementary: CPS (September 2004 – Present) Librarian/5th Grade
Esmond Elementary: CPS (February 2003 – September 2004) Upper Grade Mathematics
Burnside Scholastic Academy: CPS (September 1998 – February 2003) Upper Grade Mathematics
Georgia O’Keefe Elementary: CPS (March 1994 – September 1998) Upper Grade Mathematics
ACCOMPLISHMENTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Designed a comprehensive school-wide (P.R.O.U.D.) Discipline Program.
Developed a reading tutoring (S.T.A.I.R.) program for primary readers.
Designed a teacher handbook with guidelines and standards for teachers and staff.
Researched and developed a plan for dismissal of Bond School students.
Worked as part of the School Based Problem Solving Committee.
Arranged and Implemented a school-wide Academic Olympics.
Set up, Ran, and Organized a School Spirit Week.
Served as Awards Committee Chairperson, and Department Chairperson for all listed schools.
Started (The C.R.E.W.) a male mentoring afterschool program
Nominated for Whirlwind Performance Company’s Outstanding Teacher Award.
Appointed by principal of Burnside as “Mentor Teacher” to assist new teachers.
Assisted in the development of each school’s SIPAAA.
Served as part of Esmond School’s Leadership Team and Walk-Through Evaluation Team.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Masters of Arts in Educational Leadership, Concordia University, Lake Forest, IL. January 2007.
Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education, Chicago State University, Chicago, IL January 1994.
Type 03 Certification (Standard Elementary Teaching) Issued February 1994, Re-Issued September 2004.
Endorsements in Language Arts and Social Sciences.
Type 75 General Administrative Certificate Issued in February 2007.