David Dunaway
Travelers Rest
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator seeking an Assistant Principal position in secondary education. Passionate about fostering academic achievement, enhancing school culture, and implementing effective leadership practices to support students, teachers, and families.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Social Studies Teacher
Travelers Rest High School
08.2019 - Current
- Served as Summer School Principal to coordinate between the district, parents, and school support staff.
- Serve as an operations team member, addressing tardy issues, designing duty rosters, and coordinating school events
- Partner with administration to address security concerns, student safety, and facilities management
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity for US curricula.
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army Infantry
02.2003 - 06.2010
- Served with distinction in combat and non-combat roles, demonstrating leadership, resilience, and teamwork under pressure
- Awarded the Purple Heart for injuries sustained in the line of duty and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor for acts of heroism
- Trained and led teams in high-stress environments, building a strong foundation in discipline, decision-making, and problem-solving
- Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Greenville County School District (Hillcrest)
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Southern Wesleyan University
08-2025
Bachelor of Science - [Subject, e.g., History or Education]
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05-2014
Skills
- Leadership in school operations
- Instructional planning
- Data-driven decision-making
- Professional development facilitation
- Conflict resolution
- Student behavior management
- Effective communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Motivating students
- Social-emotional learning
- Positive role model and mentor
Keyleadershipexperiences
- Coordinated efforts during Hurricane Helene recovery, including assessing transportation routes and organizing teacher workdays.
- Managed the response to disciplinary incidents, including bullying and conflicts, ensuring safety and resolution.
- Facilitated professional development sessions on data-driven instruction and classroom management strategies.
Certificationsandaccreditations
- South Carolina Teaching Certification, Secondary Education
- AP U.S. History Accreditation
- AP Human Geography Accreditation
Military Service
United States Army Infantry, 2003 - 2010, Served with distinction in combat and non-combat roles, demonstrating leadership, resilience, and teamwork under pressure., Awarded the Purple Heart for injuries sustained in the line of duty and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor for acts of heroism., Trained and led teams in high-stress environments, building a strong foundation in discipline, decision-making, and problem-solving.
Timeline
High School Social Studies Teacher
Travelers Rest High School
08.2019 - Current
High School Social Studies Teacher
Greenville County School District (Hillcrest)
08.2015 - 05.2018
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army Infantry
02.2003 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Southern Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - [Subject, e.g., History or Education]
Clemson University
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