Carlyn (Carrie) Wessman
Cameron,WI
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Bruce School District, enhancing student performance through innovative curriculum development and effective instructional coaching. Skilled in relationship building and staff management, I foster collaborative environments that empower teachers and engage students, driving significant improvements in learning outcomes.
Experienced with curriculum development, instructional leadership, and student-centered learning. Utilizes data-driven strategies to enhance academic performance and foster supportive school culture.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Principal
Bruce School District
07.2016 - 06.2025
- Led school improvement initiatives to enhance student performance and engagement.
- Developed and implemented curriculum enhancements aligned with district standards.
- Fostered a collaborative environment among staff through professional development workshops.
- Streamlined administrative processes to improve efficiency in daily operations.
- Established strong community partnerships to support student learning and well-being.
Elementary School Teacher
Bruce School District
08.1991 - 06.2016
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and retention.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a collaborative classroom environment that promoted student participation and teamwork.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations to inform instruction.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and curriculum implementation.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enrich educational experiences and resources.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
St. Mary's University of Minnesota
Saint Paul, MNMaster of Science - Reading
UW Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WIBachelor of Science -
Northwestern College
MNSkills
- Effective leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building and networking
- Instructional coaching
- Parent-teacher communication
- Training and mentoring
- Teacher performance improvement
- Instructional leadership
- Student discipline
- Staff management
- Employee performance evaluations
- Goal planning
Certification
- Principal License
- Director of Instruction License
- Reading Specialist License
- Reading Teacher License
- K-6 Regular Education License
Timeline
Elementary Principal
Bruce School District
07.2016 - 06.2025
Elementary School Teacher
Bruce School District
08.1991 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Education Administration
St. Mary's University of Minnesota
Master of Science - Reading
UW Eau Claire
Bachelor of Science -
Northwestern College