Andrew Johnson
Happy Valley,OR
Summary
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Portland Public School District
Portland, OR
05.2018 - Current
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal laws related to education programs, student rights and safety regulations.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
- Served as a liaison between school administration, local government agencies and external organizations involved in providing educational services.
- Oversaw school budgets, documented changes and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
- Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
Director of Talented and Gifted Education
Portland Public School District
Portland , Oregon
02.2015 - 05.2018
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
- Prepared presentations for board meetings summarizing key developments within the company.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
- Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.
- Analyzed data to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to secure support and funding for key initiatives.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Oversaw strategic planning and implementation to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
- Partnered with staff to create professional development plans to support personal and business growth.
Interim Assistant Director
Portland Public School District
Portland, OR
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Supported and Managed Social Studies, 6-12 ELA, Ethnic Studies, and Library Services.
- Assisted in developing strategic plans to meet organizational goals and objectives.
- Evaluated existing systems and processes in order to recommend improvements.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and address challenges.
- Developed and managed a team of employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
- Facilitated regular cross-functional meetings between teams to ensure alignment on objectives.
Principal
Houston Independent School District
Houston, Texas
05.2007 - 11.2014
- Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
- Evaluated curricula, teaching methods and programs to determine effectiveness and compliance with local regulations.
- Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff.
- Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.
- Observed teaching methods and examined learning materials to determine areas needing improvement.
- Oversaw day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
- Observed teachers under classroom conditions to track professional abilities and identify areas in need of improvement.
- Referred to student performance data to set educational goals and standards.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies and student behavior or learning problems.
- Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Oversaw school budgets, documented changes, and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
- Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
Elementary School Teacher
Houston Independent School Distict
Houston, TX
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX06-2003
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX05-2000
Skills
- Organizational Leadership
- Administrative Management
- Performance Improvement
- Budget Administration
- Strategic leadership
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Instructional Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Community Relations
- Coach and Mentor
Certification
- K-12 Principal License (Oregon)
- Preliminary Elementary Teaching License (Oregon)
- K-12 School Admin License (Texas)
- Elementary Teaching License (Texas)
Accomplishments
- Awarded Assistant Principal of the Year
- Nominated for New Elementary Principal of the Year
- Nominated for Teacher of the Year
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Principal
Portland Public School District
05.2018 - Current
Interim Assistant Director
Portland Public School District
03.2016 - 05.2018
Director of Talented and Gifted Education
Portland Public School District
02.2015 - 05.2018
Principal
Houston Independent School District
05.2007 - 11.2014
Elementary School Teacher
Houston Independent School Distict
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Prairie View A & M University
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Houston - Downtown