Dawn Lamb
West Lafayette,IN
Summary
Educational leader with 20+ years of experience in secondary schools, specializing in student discipline systems, attendance improvement, and schoolwide operations. Proven ability to lead data-driven interventions, supervise staff, and implement systems that improve student outcomes and school culture. Licensed administrator and EdD candidate in Educational Leadership and Innovation with a focus on building structured, accountable systems that support student success and staff effectiveness.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Support Specialist (Dean of Students)
Wainwright Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- Provide administrative leadership in the principal’s absence, overseeing daily operations, discipline systems, and building-level programming
- Lead school-wide attendance systems, using data tracking and targeted interventions to reduce tardiness by 75% and chronic absenteeism from 6.2% to 4.2%
- Led discipline systems and implemented proactive behavior supports, resulting in a 30% reduction in minor referrals
- Lead and collaborate with staff to analyze academic and behavioral data, supporting targeted instructional and intervention strategies
- Strengthen school culture by leading schoolwide character education and DEI initiatives and facilitating the EmpowHER student leadership group, engaging approximately 25% of girls in each grade
- Facilitate schoolwide and department-specific meetings focused on student performance, behavior, and attendance outcomes
- Participate in IEP/504 meetings, contributing to behavior planning, accommodations, and compliance with student support requirements
- Conduct informal observations and provide targeted, actionable feedback to staff to improve classroom management, instructional practices, and student engagement
- Support school safety protocols, supervision systems, and daily operational procedures to ensure a safe and structured learning environment
- Contributed to student handbook development and implementation of schoolwide expectations
Educator
Wainwright Middle School
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Taught 7th and 8th English Language Arts; recognized as Teacher of the Year (2021-2022)
- Contributed to district curriculum alignment efforts to ensure instructional consistency and improved student outcomes
- Participated on the School Improvement Team focused on data-informed decision-making
- Established and led a diversity, equity, and inclusion committee
- Evaluated and mentored pre-service teachers through Purdue University, providing structured feedback aligned to instructional best practices
- Coached athletes and sponsored student activities, supporting engagement and school community development
Educator
Westfield High School
08.2008 - 08.2018
- Taught English and ACP Speech courses; increased ACP enrollment through program development and student outreach
- Supported college and career readiness systems aligned with graduation pathways, including postsecondary planning and student goal-setting
- Led implementation of the Unified Track Program to expand inclusive athletic opportunities
- Designed and facilitated annual college boot camp programming to support postsecondary planning and student readiness
- Supervised multiple student organizations and extracurricular activities
- SafeTalk certified faculty member supporting student mental health awareness and crisis preparedness
Educator
Lebanon High School
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Developed and implemented engaging lessons to increase student understanding of course materials for 9th and 11th grade English
- Assistant coach for girls’ varsity basketball
Educator
Guerin Catholic High School
05.2004 - 05.2007
- Developed and implemented engaging lessons to increase student understanding of course materials for 9th, 10th and 11th grade English (Academic and Honors)
- Developed and coached the girls’ basketball program from JV to IHSAA accreditation
- Organized schoolwide participation in Relay for Life and supervised the intramural program
Education
Doctor of Education - Leadership and Innovation
Purdue Global
West Lafayette, IN11-2026
Building Level Administrator Licensure -
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INMaster of Education -
Indiana Wesleyan
Indianapolis, INBachelor of Arts - Communication
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- School Safety & Security
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Behavior Management
- Staff Development & Mentorship
- Instructional Leadership
- Community & Family Engagement
- DEI Leadership
Certification
- Indiana Secondary School Administrator’s License
- Indiana School Safety Specialist Certification
Activities and Honors
Diversity Roundtable of Central Indiana, Polar Plunge Leadership Team (Special Olympics Indiana), Richard Woods Scholarship Recipient 2019, Melvin Jones Fellowship International Service Award Recipient 2015
Timeline
Student Support Specialist (Dean of Students)
Wainwright Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Educator
Wainwright Middle School
08.2018 - 06.2022
Educator
Westfield High School
08.2008 - 08.2018
Educator
Lebanon High School
08.2007 - 08.2008
Educator
Guerin Catholic High School
05.2004 - 05.2007
Doctor of Education - Leadership and Innovation
Purdue Global
Building Level Administrator Licensure -
Purdue University
Master of Education -
Indiana Wesleyan
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Purdue University