Adam Watkins
Monmouth,Oregon
Summary
Results-driven Administrator with 22 years honed expertise in financial and resource management and administration. Familiar with local, state and federal standards and regulations related to academic performance, assessment programs and educational practices. Experienced leading faculty and staff of large elementary and middle schools.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent
Blachly School District
07.2020 - 06.2026
- CEO and CFO of District, District CTE Director, AVID District Director, SSA/ M98/ ESSER Grant Manager, Human Resource Director, Other duties as assigned: Region X Representative OASE, Executive Committee, OSAA Delegate Assembly, OSAA Budget Committee, OSAA Fees, Championship Reimbursement Committee
- Developed comprehensive budgets and schedules to ensure timely project completion within allocated resources.
- Developed and maintained productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Principal
Creswell High School
07.2017 - 06.2020
- Budget, Curriculum, AVID Administrator, CTE and Special Education Supervisor, ELD Supervisor, Professional Dev., Staffing, Science & World Language Supervisor, Budget, Dual Credit Supervisor, Student Teacher Coordinator, Registration and Transcript, Master Schedule, ASPIRE Admin., Counseling Supervisor
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs increased teacher effectiveness.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
Administrator
Instructional Services & CTE
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Curriculum development, CTE vision and development, data analysis, equity and access, Perkins Grant, Secondary Pathways Grants, CTE program of study development, NAPE, Willamette Promise District Correspondent, District Dual Credit
- Served as a liaison between departments, fostering open communication channels that improved overall organizational function.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
Curriculum Assistant Principal
Sprague High School
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Curriculum, AVID Administrator, Special Education Supervisor, ELD Supervisor, Professional Dev., Discipline, Staffing, Science & World Language Supervisor, Budget, Dual Credit Supervisor, Student Teacher Coordinator, Registration and Transcript, Master Schedule, ASPIRE Admin., Counseling Supervisor
- Managed multiple concurrent projects and consulted across organizations to determine objectives.
- Supported diverse learners by assisting in the development of differentiated instructional strategies and assessments.
- Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
Curriculum Assistant Principal
McNary High School
07.2011 - 06.2014
- AVID Supervisor, Special Education Supervisor, ELD Supervisor, Master Schedule
- Improved overall curriculum cohesion through the alignment of learning objectives across grade levels and subjects.
- Assisted in the development of school-wide assessment protocols, ensuring that all students were evaluated using consistent and rigorous measures.
- Developed strong relationships with educational stakeholders, fostering collaboration on initiatives aimed at improving student success rates.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
North Salem High School
07.2005 - 06.2011
- Athletic Coordinator, Budget, Boosters and Alumni Coordinator, SLC & PLC Coordinator
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers, and outside agencies.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Built strong relationships with local community organizations for outreach efforts supporting both student learning and school reputation.
- Managed budget allocations for academic programs, ensuring responsible use of resources for maximum educational impact.
- Kept school fully compliant with established policies, legal requirements, and student safety standards.
Education
M.D. - Educational Leadership
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.2025
Masters in Educational Administration - Foundations of Educational Leadership And Policy
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2005
Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education/Physical Education and Health - Education
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR06.2001
Skills
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Staff Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Training and mentoring
- Community Engagement
- Staff Development
- School Community Relations
- Strategic leadership
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Instructional Leadership
- Organizational Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Grant Proposals
- Professional Development Planning
- Mission Planning
Certification
- Professional Administrator, 05/2024
- Oregon Teaching Certificate, 05/2018
Accomplishments
- OADA Athletic Director of the Year Nominee 6A 2009
- OADA Best Facility Remodel 2011
- Recognition for Excellence in Teaching, Parrish Middle School
- Central High School Hall of Fame 2019 & 2020
- State Champions Girls Basketball, Central High School, 1992
- State Runner-Up Girls Basketball, Central High School, 1993
- Valco-League Champions Girls Basketball
- State Runner-Up Football, Central High School, 1999
- State Third Place Football, Central High School, 1998
- Regional Champions Men’s Basketball, Western Oregon University, 1999
- NAIA II National Tournament Men’s Basketball, Western Oregon University, 1999
- Capitol Conference League Champions Girls Golf, Central High School, 2001
Related Experience
- Blachly School District, CEO and CFO of District, District CTE Director, AVID District Director, SSA/ M98/ ESSER Grant Manager, Human Resource Director, Other duties as assigned: Region X Representative OASE Executive Committee, OSAA Delegate Assembly, OSAA Budget Committee, OSAA Fees Championship Reimbursement Committee, 2020-Present
- Creswell High School, Budget, Curriculum, AVID Administrator, CTE and Special Education Supervisor, ELD Supervisor, Professional Dev., Staffing, Science & World Language Supervisor, Budget, Dual Credit Supervisor, Student Teacher Coord., Registration and Transcript, Master Schedule, ASPIRE Admin., Counseling Supervisor, 2017-2020
- Instructional Services & CTE, Curriculum development, CTE vision and development, data analysis, equity and access, Perkins Grant, Secondary Pathways Grants, CTE program of study development, NAPE, Willamette Promise District Correspondent, District Dual Credit, 2016-2017
- Sprague High School, Curriculum, AVID Administrator, Special Education Supervisor, ELD Supervisor, Professional Dev., Discipline Staffing, Science & World Language Supervisor, Budget, Dual Credit Supervisor, Student Teacher Coord., Registration and Transcript, Master Schedule, ASPIRE Admin., Counseling Supervisor, 2014-2016
- McNary High School, AVID Supervisor, Special Education Supervisor, ELD Supervisor, Master Schedule, 2011-2014
- North Salem High School, Athletic Coordinator, Budget, Boosters and Alumni Coordinator, SLC & PLC Coord., 2005-2011
- Parrish Middle School, Health/PE Educator & Dean of Students, 2001-2005
Affiliations
- Coalition of Oregon School Administrators (COSA)
- The School Superintendents Association (AASA)
- Small School Superintendent Association (SSSA)
- Oregon Athletic Directors Association (OADA)
- National Interscholastic Athletics Association (NIAA)
Office Phone
541-925-3262
Career Experience
- Superintendent, Blachly School District, Blachly, OR, Present
- Principal, Creswell High School, Creswell, OR
- Administrator, Instructional Services & CTE, Salem, OR
- Curriculum Assistant Principal, Sprague High School, Salem, OR
- Curriculum Assistant Principal, McNary High School, Keizer, OR
- Assistant Principal/Athletic Director, North Salem High School, Salem, OR
- Coordinator, High School ELL/Migrant Credit Recovery, Salem-Keizer School District, Salem, OR
- Site Administrator, Salem-Keizer School District, Salem, OR
- Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA), Parrish Middle School, Salem, OR
- Instructor, Physical, Health and Alternative Education, Parrish Middle School, Salem, OR
Community Service
- Central Youth Sports, Football, Soccer & Baseball Coaching, 2009-2013
- YMCA, Coaching BBX 1st-4th Grade, 2011-2013
Timeline
Superintendent
Blachly School District
07.2020 - 06.2026
Principal
Creswell High School
07.2017 - 06.2020
Administrator
Instructional Services & CTE
07.2016 - 06.2017
Curriculum Assistant Principal
Sprague High School
07.2014 - 06.2016
Curriculum Assistant Principal
McNary High School
07.2011 - 06.2014
Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
North Salem High School
07.2005 - 06.2011
M.D. - Educational Leadership
University of Oregon
Masters in Educational Administration - Foundations of Educational Leadership And Policy
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education/Physical Education and Health - Education
Western Oregon University
- Professional Administrator, 05/2024
- Oregon Teaching Certificate, 05/2018
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