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Danielle Crandall

Danielle Crandall

Park Ridge,Illinois

Summary

Skilled and dedicated educational professional with both teacher leadership, and administrative experience. Proven leadership abilities with a track record of establishing and nurturing strong working relationships with students, parents, and faculty members. Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal, Westbrook School for Young Learners

Mount Prospect School District 57
2021.08 - Current

Assistant Principal

Mount Prospect School District 57
2017.08 - 2021.06

Carpenter/Roosevelt Elementary School 4th/5th Grade Teacher

Park Ridge School District 64
2009.08 - 2017.06

Education

Master of Arts - School Leadership

Concordia University Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2011

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, IL
06.2009

Skills

  • Enhanced team performance and efficiency with structured feedback.
  • Boosted organizational growth through strategic planning and innovation.
  • Streamlined operations and improved outcomes with data-driven project management.
  • Boosted team engagement and performance in diverse settings with tailored coaching.
  • Optimized multi-tier operations for maximum efficiency.
  • Solved complex issues with analytical and sustainable approaches.
  • Promoted inclusivity and compliance, ensuring respectful workplace.
  • Aligned stakeholder communications with project and organizational goals.
  • Aligned support services with strategic goals through effective coordination.

Career Accomplishments

Leadership and Project Management

  • Championed innovative strategies and best practices in project execution through effective collaboration between project teams and stakeholders, enhancing overall project outcomes.
  • Utilized a structured framework (akin to the Danielson Framework) for comprehensive performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and actionable insights to team members.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to measure and enhance team effectiveness, leveraging data-driven objectives to quantify progress and inform strategy adjustments.
  • Led professional development workshops focused on innovative problem-solving techniques and data analysis tools to enhance team capabilities and drive project success.

Team Collaboration and Training

  • Pioneered a co-teaching initiative, fostering a collaborative team environment that enhanced project deliverables and team efficiency.
  • Collaborated on the development of improvement plans for team members, leveraging performance evaluations to provide targeted support and development opportunities.
  • Advocated for and implemented practices that promote diversity and inclusiveness within the workplace, enhancing team dynamics and employee satisfaction.

Special Projects and Compliance

  • Developed and delivered training modules for teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance in project documentation and execution.
  • Managed complex projects (similar to overseeing IEP processes), ensuring the establishment of realistic goals, meticulous documentation, and the delivery of high-quality services.

Data Analysis and Reporting

  • Analyzed and presented comprehensive benchmarking data, employing advanced data visualization tools to inform strategic decisions and improve project outcomes.
  • Co-facilitated leadership teams in the development and implementation of organization-wide goals, leveraging data to drive strategic planning and professional development initiatives.
  • Regularly reported progress and strategic plans to senior management, demonstrating clear communication skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

Community and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders through regular communication and collaborative meetings, ensuring alignment on project goals and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Expanded community support initiatives, providing critical resources and mentoring to stakeholders in need, demonstrating a commitment to corporate social responsibility and community engagement.

Timeline

Principal, Westbrook School for Young Learners

Mount Prospect School District 57
2021.08 - Current

Assistant Principal

Mount Prospect School District 57
2017.08 - 2021.06

Carpenter/Roosevelt Elementary School 4th/5th Grade Teacher

Park Ridge School District 64
2009.08 - 2017.06

Master of Arts - School Leadership

Concordia University Chicago

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Trinity Christian College
Danielle Crandall