John Kuryla
Cicero,New York
Summary
Accomplished leader from North Syracuse Education Association, adept in conflict resolution and fostering strong interpersonal relationships. Demonstrated success in tactical implementation, advocacy, enhancing organizational growth and sustainability. Skilled in negotiation and public speaking, consistently achieves beyond set goals, embodying a dynamic blend of strategic vision and member-centric advocacy.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
President
North Syracuse Education Association
07.2010 - Current
- Serve as chief executive officer of the Association
- Enforce the Constitution and Bylaws and execute all policies, orders, motions, and resolutions.
- Preside at all meetings of the Executive Council and general membership.
- Represent the organization with all external groups.
- Appoint the chairpersons of all committees, and may appoint all members of the standing and special committees.
- Call regular and special meetings of the Executive Council and general membership.
- Fulfill such other duties as the office requires and as are consistent with the Association Constitution.
- 860 active members, 810 retirees, and 172 TAs (umbrella)
Health Education Teacher
North Syracuse Central School District
12.1998 - Current
- Develop, implement, highly engaging, relevant lessons aligned with the NYS Health Education Standards.
- Formative and summative assess student growth and achievement utilizing multiple modalities.
- Responsible for up to 300 students a semester, on a four-day rotating block schedule.
Education
Master of Science - Health Education
State University of New York, Cortland
Cortland, New York05-1994
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
State University of New York, Cortland
Cortland05.1990
High School Diploma -
Cicero-North Syracuse High School
Cicero, NY06.1985
Skills
- Tactical implementation of Association initiatives
- Systems thinker, integration, and sustainability
- Conflict Resolution and Mediation trained
- Strong interpersonal relationships
- Fierce union and member advocate
- Skilled communicator, including public speaking
- Independent and Interdependent
- Experienced in delivering Professional Development
- Skilled facilitator
- Highly observant and perceptive
- Calm and focused in chaotic environments
- Successful negotiation record
- Curious, life-long learner
Accomplishments
- ED 7, NYSUT Board of Directors
- Co-chairperson of the Onondaga County Teacher's Association
- NYSUT Policy Council member
- AFT/NYSUT/RIFT Teacher Evaluation and Development, Including PAR
- Successfully developed and engaged community coalitions to address public school needs.
- A respected leader of a mature, high-functioning local.
Timeline
President
North Syracuse Education Association
07.2010 - Current
Health Education Teacher
North Syracuse Central School District
12.1998 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
State University of New York, Cortland
High School Diploma -
Cicero-North Syracuse High School
Master of Science - Health Education
State University of New York, Cortland
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