Dr. William Poll has been promoted to the position of Associate Principal of Barry Tech. Formerly serving as assistant principal, he will continue with all aspects of that role, while working even more closely with the principal, administration and staff. 

For nearly 20 years, Dr. William Poll has been a devoted educator and educational leader. He began his classroom career as a teacher of mathematics at Aviation High School (AHS) in the New York City School System. It was not long before the administration at AHS saw Dr. Poll’s leadership potential and named him as the school’s Business Manager. In this role, he was responsible for all student-related finances, including departmental funds, expenditures and bank accounts.

Dr. Poll joined Nassau BOCES as an Assistant Principal at Barry Tech, Long Island’s premier career and technical education high school. He worked closely with the Barry Tech principal and administration to create a 21st century learning environment that nurtures and supports students while preparing them with the skills they need to be successful in college and careers.

As Associate Principal of Barry Tech, Dr. Poll draws not only upon his significant educational career, but 15 years of experience as a business leader as well. Before embarking on his journey as an educator, he worked as a Manager and Supervisor at Trans World Airlines, as well as Marketing Director for Avis Rent-A-Car.  

As Lead Fellow and Advisor of the New York City Teaching Fellows, Dr. Poll developed, trained and mentored new teachers. He has served as a member of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, the School Administrators Association of New York State, and the Association of Career and Technical Education Administrators.  

Dr. Poll holds a Doctorate and Professional Diploma in Educational Administration and Supervision, as well as a dual master’s degree in Education, and Quantitative Analysis and Computer Information Systems, from St. John’s University. During his studies at St. John’s, he earned a Certificate of Excellence. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in International Marketing from Baruch College, where he made dean’s list. He holds permanent certification as a School District Administrator, School Business Administrator and Mathematics Teacher.