Chris Rust
Toledo,WA
Summary
Dedicated, hard-working professional with a proven ability to create and implement systems that promote a safe, ethical and equitable learning culture.
I make decisions based on what is best for the children in the community and upon data and best practice evidence.
As a superintendent of a small school district, I have experience in many capacities including human resources, investigations, professional development, diversity, equity and inclusion, Special Education, and facilities. Recently completed training on Interim Executive Leadership with Third Sector Company.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Toledo School District
07.2015 - Current
- Improved academic achievement in all schools.
- Created onboarding process for new teachers to familiarize them with the Marzano instructional framework and its use to improve instruction.
- Implemented Music and the Brain program providing music instruction including history and theory as well as keyboarding to all elementary students.
- Increased dual credit offerings at the high school
- Support for hydroponics, robotics and drone flight programs at the middle school.
Principal
Warden School District
07.2009 - 06.2015
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students and teachers.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Principal
Serendipity Therapeutic School
07.2008 - 06.2009
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students and teachers.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Principal
Wahluke School District
07.2006 - 06.2008
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Assistant Principal
Battle Ground School District
07.2001 - 06.2006
- Partnered with Principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
Teacher
Summit View High School
09.1990 - 06.2001
- Special Education and Social Studies Teacher
- Created proprietary student management system for alternative learning program using Filemaker Pro
- Taught online courses in 1996
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Special Education Teacher
ESD 112
09.1988 - 08.1990
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students who had severe behavioral and psychological disabilities.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
Superintendent Certificate - Educational Leadership
Washington State University
Pullman, WA06.2013
Principal Certification - Educational Leadership
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA03.2001
M.Ed. Educational Staff Associate Certificate - Guidance And Counseling
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA06.1994
Teaching Certification - Secondary Social Studies
Portland State University
Portland, OR03.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA08.1979
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- Project Coordination
- Teacher Assessment
- Community Partnerships
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Leadership Development
- Monitor Safety Procedures
- Active Listening
- Equity in Education
- School Community Relations
- Writing
Accomplishments
- Worked with legislators and community to build a $25 million high school for a local investment of $5.25 million.
- Created a district Equity Committee to increase inclusion and cultural awareness for board, staff, students and community.
- Created a district Safety and Security Committee that prepared in advance of COVID so that no instructional days were lost when schools were closed.
- Led development of a strategic plan and long range facilities plan in 2023.
Timeline
Superintendent
Toledo School District
07.2015 - Current
Principal
Warden School District
07.2009 - 06.2015
Principal
Serendipity Therapeutic School
07.2008 - 06.2009
Principal
Wahluke School District
07.2006 - 06.2008
Assistant Principal
Battle Ground School District
07.2001 - 06.2006
Teacher
Summit View High School
09.1990 - 06.2001
Special Education Teacher
ESD 112
09.1988 - 08.1990
Superintendent Certificate - Educational Leadership
Washington State University
Principal Certification - Educational Leadership
City University of Seattle
M.Ed. Educational Staff Associate Certificate - Guidance And Counseling
City University of Seattle
Teaching Certification - Secondary Social Studies
Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Western Washington University
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