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Collin Beachy

Collin Beachy

MINNEAPOLIS,Minnesota

Summary

Educational leader with 20 plus years of teaching and extensive experience in governance and strategic oversight. Led policy development and advocacy efforts as Chair of the Minneapolis Public School Board for a district serving nearly 30,000 students. Expertise in fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving equity-focused initiatives. Proven ability to navigate complex systems and utilize data-driven decision-making to enhance student outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Board of Education Director

Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated in establishing district-wide policies, approving budgets, and evaluating superintendent performance.
  • Engaged community stakeholders, including families and educators, to enhance transparency in decision-making.
  • Advocated for equitable access to quality education and resources across all student populations.
  • Participated in committees addressing finance, academic achievement, and community engagement initiatives.
  • Provided governance and strategic oversight for a district serving over 30,000 students and 6,000 staff members as Vice-Chair and Chair.
  • Facilitated board meetings and collaborated with the superintendent to ensure alignment with state laws.
  • Represented the board in media and community forums as the primary spokesperson for the district.
  • Directed crisis management efforts, ensuring effective communication during organizational or community challenges.

Equity Lead

Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis, MN
08.2020 - 12.2022
  • Facilitated creation of welcoming schools to foster belonging among all students.
  • Collaborated with administrators to address equity priorities in teaching and engagement.
  • Participated in curriculum review processes to evaluate and adopt effective materials.
  • Supported initiatives to enhance recruitment and retention of diverse staff members.
  • Encouraged student involvement in leadership roles and student-led groups at secondary level.
  • Assisted leadership teams in identifying systemic barriers through root cause analyses.
  • Coordinated professional development on community engagement for diverse populations.
  • Provided expertise in legislation and best practices to promote educational equity.

Teacher/Case Manager

Hopkins/St. Paul/Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis, Minnesota
08.2014 - 07.2025
  • Assessed student skills to identify educational needs and requirements.
  • Developed Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to each student.
  • Implemented IEPs, monitored student performance, and tracked progress effectively.
  • Adapted general lessons to align with diverse student abilities.
  • Planned specific activities that catered to individual learning styles.
  • Discussed student progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
  • Supervised and mentored teacher assistants supporting students with disabilities.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions for students between grades and into post-school life.

Education

Master of Arts - Autism Spectrum Disorder

Concordia University
05-2022

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Coaching

Concordia College
12-1993

Skills

  • Policy writing
  • Budget management
  • Crisis communication
  • Data analysis
  • Community engagement
  • Curriculum development
  • Equity advocacy
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Leadership development
  • Strategic planning
  • Presentation skills
  • Professionalism
  • Multitasking ability
  • Performance evaluation
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Organizational leadership
  • Remote learning strategies
  • Student retention

Affiliations

  • Travel
  • Reading
  • Knitting
  • Outdoor walks

Accomplishments

  • 1999 MN and National Cross Country Coach of the Year
  • Equity Lead-Transition Plus; Minneapolis Public Schools
  • Elected as Citywide School Board Candidate
  • Elected by School Board peers to serve on the board of the Minnesota Statewide School Board Association
  • 2023 Staples-Motley Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee

Certification

  • Minnesota State Teaching License

References

References available upon request.

Education and Training

Trainings:

Minnesota Department of Education

Minnesota State School Board Association 

Council of Greater City Schools

Conference of Statewide School Boards Association

Work Availability

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Quote

The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama

Interests

Travel

Reading

Walking

Knitting

Musicals

Timeline

Board of Education Director

Minneapolis Public Schools
01.2023 - Current

Equity Lead

Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2020 - 12.2022

Teacher/Case Manager

Hopkins/St. Paul/Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2014 - 07.2025

Master of Arts - Autism Spectrum Disorder

Concordia University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Coaching

Concordia College

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