Ta'Shik Faruq Sr.
Bowie
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Friendship Collegiate Academy, enhancing student performance through data-driven strategies and effective behavior systems. Skilled in instructional leadership and community engagement, I successfully reduced discipline referrals by 33%, fostering a positive school culture and promoting academic success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Mentor / Group Facilitator
Take Charge Mentoring Program
01.2019 - Current
- Facilitated weekly Growth Mindset groups, empowering young people in urban community to embrace challenges and develop resilience
- Developed and collaborated on Growth Mindset curriculum, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes for participants
- Taught social and coping skills, fostering youth development and resilience in challenging environments
- Tracked growth using data management systems to assess progress
Dean of Students / Truancy Officer / Social Studies Teacher
Friendship Collegiate Academy
01.2012 - Current
- Serve as Principal Designee in absence of Principal, ensuring continuity of instructional, cultural, and operational practices
- Conduct regular classroom observations and provide constructive, actionable feedback to improve teaching and learning outcomes
- Analyze school-wide and grade-level performance data to identify trends and develop targeted instructional strategies
- Led Scholar Support Team to enhance student behavior and academic growth, contributing to measurable performance improvements
- Designed and implemented Positive Behavior Incentive Systems to foster school-wide cultural compliance and an achievement-oriented environment
- Managed all parent, student, and community concerns related to discipline, academics, and school activities
- Served as point of contact for community, local, and federal officials providing programs that enhance student and parent engagement
- Created and delivered monthly performance reports on behavior trends and overall school climate to inform leadership decisions
Dean of Students
Imagine Southeast Public Charter School
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Reduced discipline referrals by 33% through data-driven behavior improvement strategies
- Reduced school-wide suspensions by 46% by implementing targeted interventions and staff coaching
- Oversaw discipline system for 620+ students (Pre-K–7th grade) in fast-paced urban charter environment, ensuring fair and effective behavior management
- Collaborated with school professionals to develop and execute behavior improvement strategies
- Trained and coached teachers in evidence-based classroom engagement techniques and instructional best practices
- Developed and implemented school-wide data tracking systems to enhance monitoring of student progress and inform instructional strategies
- Designed and implemented school-wide metrics and rubrics to assess performance and ensure achievement of strategic goals
- Educated teaching staff on McKinney-Vento protocols and compliance requirements, promoting awareness and adherence to legal standards
Assistant Dean of Students
New Covenant Charter School
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Assisted dean in overseeing school discipline system and implementing student support initiatives to enhance student well-being
- Coordinated student support services and resources for diverse student needs.
- Coordinated behavior improvement strategies and analyzed data to inform decision-making
- Developed and implemented programs promoting student leadership and personal growth.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and faculty to enhance engagement.
Senior Detention Counselor
Capital District Juvenile Detention Facility
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Managed, trained, and mentored detention counselors in crisis management and de-escalation techniques, enhancing team readiness and response effectiveness
- Administered 24-bed facility in absence of Director, maintaining operational continuity and compliance with regulations
- Collaborated with clinical professionals to develop behavior improvement and rehabilitation strategies, supporting youth recovery and progress
- Facilitated life enhancement groups and mentoring programs for youth
- Maintained safe, secure environment and composed daily/monthly compliance reports
- Managed intake and discharge processes and staff scheduling
Education
Master of Arts - Christian Studies, Theology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Africana Studies, Business
State University of New York At Albany
Albany, NY01-2010
Ph.D. (ABD) - Organizational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
Instructional Leadership
- Teacher coaching
- Instructional feedback
- Performance data analysis
Performance analytics
- Trend analysis
- Accountability frameworks
- Discipline system design
- School Operations & Management
Compliance regulations
- Resource budgeting
- Recruitment and evaluation
- Behavior systems
Community and Stakeholder Engagement
- Partnership development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Academic success
Affiliations
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated
- 100 Fathers Inc.
- Masonic Order (Prince Hall Affiliated)
- NAACP
- Anne Arundel PANHEL
- Future Business Leaders of America
References
- Carlos Richardson, Supervisor, Friendship Collegiate Academy, Crichardson@friendshipschools.com, (201) 491-4579
- Jerome Young, Supervisor, Friendship Collegiate Academy, jyoung@friendshipschools.org, (240) 605-2096
- Tiresias McCall, Colleague, Introspective Consultation LLC, TiresiasSMcCall@introspectiveconsultationllc.org, (770) 712-4974
- Thomas Quattlebaum, Colleague, Titan Gemini Corp, Tqualltlbaum85@gmail.com, (240) 320-4544
Timeline
Mentor / Group Facilitator
Take Charge Mentoring Program
01.2019 - Current
Dean of Students / Truancy Officer / Social Studies Teacher
Friendship Collegiate Academy
01.2012 - Current
Dean of Students
Imagine Southeast Public Charter School
01.2011 - 01.2012
Assistant Dean of Students
New Covenant Charter School
01.2009 - 01.2010
Senior Detention Counselor
Capital District Juvenile Detention Facility
01.2003 - 01.2009
Master of Arts - Christian Studies, Theology
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Africana Studies, Business
State University of New York At Albany
Ph.D. (ABD) - Organizational Leadership
Grand Canyon University