Craig Kuhrt
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Experienced leader working in high stress environments with an emphasis on special populations, behavior management, discipline, safety and security and compliance. Dedicated to creating a collaborative work environment where everyone shares in the responsibility of student success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Campus Administrator
New Braunfels ISD DAEP
2021.08 - Current
- Improved campus operations and safety by implementing efficient systems based on prior experience in discipline settings
- Influenced positive change in district placement process by engaging in open dialogue with district administrators and addressing issues proactively.
- Established strong partnerships with local organizations, such as Recovery Werks to provide substance abuse counseling to DAEP students
- Influenced equity in placement process through dialogue with campus and district administrators
- Increased staff retention by creating safe environment and providing opportunities for communal leadership
Facility Administrative Officer/MHA
San Marcos Treatment Center
2006.01 - 2021.08
- Supervised and guided employees by enforcing corporate policies and procedures and responding quickly to provide real time assistance and modeling.
- Improved communication within organization through regular updates through daily reporting
- Provided on spot decision making and expertise to ensure campus safety and to provide crisis management
FOCUS Teacher/SPED Department Chair
New Braunfels High School
2018.09 - 2020.07
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication establishing rapport.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students improve overall behavior and reach academic goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents and to write effective individualized education plans.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Participated in department chair meetings to provide input to colleagues about campus initiatives and facilitated department trainings..
Special Education Lead Teacher
Ki Charter Academy
2015.08 - 2018.09
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Facilitated team meetings and helped manage school wide events
- Mentored new teachers on campus policies and procedures and modeled best practices
Special Education Lead Teacher
John H Wood Charter
2010.08 - 2015.07
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to facilitate ARD process.
- Facilitated Employee Wellness program
- Facilitated team meetings to communicate campus initiatives and to collaborate and discuss students
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership w/Principal’s Certification
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2019
Bachelors of Science - Exercise & Sport Science w/Minor in History
Texas State University
San Marcos08.2010
Skills
- Organizational Leadership
- Campus Operations
- Academic Administration
- Facilities Management
- Personnel Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
Accomplishments
- 2020-2021 New Braunfels ISD Assistant Principal of the Year
Certification
- Texas Standard Teaching Certificate
- SPED EC-12
- Physical Ed. EC-12
- Social Studies 4-8 & 8-12
- Generalist 4-8
- ESL Supplemental
- Principal EC-12
- TTESS Appraiser Certified
References
Jerry Clark- (830) 629-8865
Adrienne Durham- (254) 760-0035
Araceli De La Cruz- (830) 643-5707
Timeline
Campus Administrator
New Braunfels ISD DAEP
2021.08 - Current
FOCUS Teacher/SPED Department Chair
New Braunfels High School
2018.09 - 2020.07
Special Education Lead Teacher
Ki Charter Academy
2015.08 - 2018.09
Special Education Lead Teacher
John H Wood Charter
2010.08 - 2015.07
Facility Administrative Officer/MHA
San Marcos Treatment Center
2006.01 - 2021.08
Master of Education - Educational Leadership w/Principal’s Certification
Texas State University
Bachelors of Science - Exercise & Sport Science w/Minor in History
Texas State University
- Texas Standard Teaching Certificate
- SPED EC-12
- Physical Ed. EC-12
- Social Studies 4-8 & 8-12
- Generalist 4-8
- ESL Supplemental
- Principal EC-12
- TTESS Appraiser Certified
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