1. Allan Michael O’Brien, Ed.D
15 Antwerp Street, Philadelphia, NY 13673
vandydoc07@gmail.com
(315) 408-6789
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position where I can provide an outstanding service utilizing my expertise in achieving superior
learning outcomes through the development and delivery of strategically designed, innovative, research
based curriculum and instructional practices.
EDUCATION
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee 2007
Doctor of Education, Education Leadership, Policy and Organizations
State University of New York College at Oswego, NY 1995
Certificate of Advanced Study Educational Administration
State University of New York College at Potsdam, NY 1994
M.S. in Education
State University of New York College at Potsdam, NY 1990
B.A. Majors: Education, French Language and literature
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Principal - Antwerp Primary School, Indian River Central School District, Philadelphia, NY 1996–Present
 Facilitated ongoing refinement of instructional practices based on research and learning outcome data.
 Led curriculum development task forces to achieve full alignment with common core state standards.
 Conducted teacher evaluations as a collaborative venture to improve instructional practices.
 Developed and delivered professional development programs for school and district faculty.
 Created an inclusive school culture by making parent and community involvement a top priority.
 Increased students’ intercultural knowledge and relationships through educational and social programs.
Assistant Principal – Evans Mills & Calcium Primary Schools, Evans Mills & Calcium, NY 1995-1996
 Facilitated data driven instructional improvement.
 Analyzed student achievement data to affect improvement of curriculum and instruction.
 Led multidisciplinary team do identify and implement accommodations for special needs students.
 Implemented numerous programs to develop interpersonal relationships among diverse students.
 Involved parents in school governance committee to promote a culture of inclusiveness.
French Teacher - Indian River Middle School, Philadelphia, NY 1991–1995
 Developed curriculum and delivered highly interactive second language instruction.
 Created French club, organized fundraisers and led annual trips to Montreal, Canada.
 Remained after school on most days to provide extra help for students in need.
 Communicated daily with parents to promote cooperative, collaborative relationships.
 Elected by peers to serve on school governance committee.
District Director of Mathematics, Philadelphia, NY 2010 – Present
 Collaborated with coaches, teachers & administrators to implement Common Core State Standards.
 Developed and delivered professional development programs for faculty.
 Served on task force to develop and facilitate district wide strategic plan for implementation of CCSS.
 Collaborated with district math coaches to develop plain language parent guides for each CCSS module.
 Developed and facilitated monthly training for all faculty pertaining to CCSS mathematics modules.

2. District Director of English for Speakers of Other Languages, Philadelphia, NY 2000 – 2010
 Planned multi-cultural fairs to celebrate and learn from the diversity of our 5,000 students.
 Developed and implemented peer mentoring program for incoming second language learners.
 Provided training to all faculty to promote culturally responsive instructional practices.
 Completed C.R. part 154 and Title III grants to secure annual program funding.
District Director of Programs for Gifted and Talented, Philadelphia, NY 1996 – 2000
 Developed curriculum to ensure alignment with district and state learning standards.
 Created and delivered professional development programs for parents, teachers and administrators.
 Directed the assessment and selection of program participants.
HONORS AND AWARDS
 M.S. and C.A.S. - graduated cum laude.
 Kappa Delta Pi inductee for high professional, intellectual and personal standards.
 Certificate of Merit from the New York State Assembly for high academic achievement.
 Doctoral dissertation “The Effect of Mobility on the Academic Achievement of Military Students and Their
Civilian Peers” is listed as a recommended reading by the American Counseling Association and is cited
in several books for school administrators, teachers and parents.
 Antwerp Primary School identified as being among top three schools in New York State for science
education scores subsequent to leading faculty through data and research based improvements to curriculum
and instruction.
 Nominated by the Indian River School District to attend, and subsequently completed, two-year training
program on the assessment and accommodation of learning needs in children with Autism spectrum
disorder through the Rochester School of Medicine, department of Pediatrics.
 Nominated by the Indian River School District to attend, and subsequently completed, one year
community leadership course offered to individuals selected by their employers as outstanding leaders.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
 President, Board of Directors - Evans Mills Volunteer Ambulance Squad, Inc.
 Chairman, Board of Directors - Indian River Ambulance Squad, Inc.
 Chief Financial Officer, Evans Mills Volunteer Ambulance Squad, Inc.
 Chief of Emergency Medical Services, Philadelphia Volunteer Fire Department.
 Director of Operations, Evans Mills Volunteer Ambulance Squad, Inc.
 Assistant Director of Operations, Evans Mills Volunteer Ambulance Squad, Inc.
 Volunteer EMT, Antwerp Volunteer Fire Department, Antwerp, NY
 Volunteer Critical Care Advanced Life Support Provider, Philadelphia, NY
 Professional Advanced Life Support Provider, Evans Mills Volunteer Ambulance Squad, Inc.
 Elected Fireman of the year for heroic efforts in the line of duty.
 Black belt Instructor – Tae Kwon Do, Lowville, Calcium and Philadelphia, NY
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
 Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Publisher.
 Strong command of research-based best practices in curriculum design and instructional delivery.
 Dynamic public speaker.
 Motivational and engaging professional development and training provider.
 Highly adept in data analysis, education program evaluation, and strategic planning.
LANGUAGES
 French – High Fluency
 Spanish – Intermediate Fluency
 Tagalog - Developing
 Cebuano/Bisaya - Developing