DeAnn Hoffman
Littleton,CO
Summary
Accomplished educational leader from Jeffco Public Schools, adept at managing resources and fostering inclusive environments. Elevated Hutchinson Elementary's SPF by 18.9 points through strategic decision-making and effective team leadership. Skilled in inspiring collaboration and driving instructional excellence, demonstrating both integrity and a commitment to diversity and equity.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Hutchinson Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
Lakewood, CO
07.2019 - Current
- Site-Based Budgeting: Responsibly managed a $2M budget, overseeing human resource allocation for 45 staff members, instructional materials, technology, and supplies to support 320 students, including an Affective Needs center-based program.
- Professional Learning: Designed differentiated professional development aligned with school and district focus to enhance instructional practices.
- Instructional Leadership: Led staff collaboration to enhance student achievement outcomes, increasing our overall School Performance Framework (SPF) from 56.8 to 75.7.
- School Culture: Cultivated strong relationships with staff, parents, students, and members of the community to ensure a safe and welcoming learning environment.
- Human Resources: Recruited, hired, trained, retained, and, when necessary, terminated internal and external employees to develop a highly effective team dedicated to enhancing student achievement.
Assistant Principal
Rooney Ranch Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
Lakewood, CO
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Instructional Leadership: Guided the leadership team in developing the UIP, including root causes, major improvement strategies, and action steps to address performance challenges. In addition, I provided teachers with ongoing feedback to ensure engagement and growth.
- Operational Leadership: I collaborated to create an effective process for the hiring committee to develop attributes, experience, and attitudes that support our school mission, for the purpose of hiring new staff members.
- Leadership Awareness: Actively engaged in district training, fostered a focused learning environment, communicated effectively with staff and the community, aligned school practices with district goals, supported teacher clarity, and modeled a growth mindset for lifelong learning.
Evaluation Coach
Jeffco Public Schools
Golden, CO
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Co-evaluated and provided feedback for teachers in grades K-12 across Jeffco School District and continuously built capacity of all educators by providing growth producing feedback, on-going conversations, and professional development.
- Ensured calibration of Jeffco rubrics by collaborating with educational leaders for increased inter-rater reliability.
- Collaborated with principals to strengthen instructional expertise and provide growth-focused feedback, while leading professional development for principals and assistant principals, with an emphasis on evaluation and constructive feedback.
Instructional Coach
Jeffco Public Schools
Golden, CO
07.2011 - 06.2015
Elementary Teacher
Blue Heron Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
Littleton , CO
08.2006 - 06.2011
Education
Principal Lincensure
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2017
Master of Arts - Education
Regis University
Denver, CO05-2008
Bachelor of Science
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-1994
Skills
- Effectively manage resources, including finances, staffing, and facilities for Pre-Kindergarten-5th grade schools
- Effective presenter & facilitator
- Analyzing data and situations to make informed, strategic decisions
- Navigate changes and challenges with a positive attitude
- Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the school community
- Communicate clear and transparent information with staff, students, and stakeholders
- Inspire staff, students, and the community to work toward shared goals
- Understand effective teaching practices and guiding instructional improvement
- Demonstrate integrity and fairness in all decisions and interactions
Affiliations and Leadership Roles
- President Elect, Jefferson County Administrators Association
- Member, JCAA Board of Directors
- Representative, School Leadership Advisory Group
- Principal Mentor
References
- Melinda Feir * Community Superintendent * Jeffco Public Schools Melinda.Feir@Jeffco.k12.co.us * (720)272-0259
- Celeste Sultze * Community Superintendent * Jeffco Public Schools Celeste.Sultze@jeffco.k12.co.us * (303)495-9480
- Amanda Pierorazio * Chief Human Resource Officer * Jeffco Public Schools Amanda.Pierorazio@jeffco.k12.co.us * (303)909-8690
- Jon DeStefano * Executive Director * Jefferson County Administrators Association Jon.DeStefano@jeffco.k12.co.us * (720)276-2777
Timeline
Principal
Hutchinson Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
07.2019 - Current
Assistant Principal
Rooney Ranch Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
07.2017 - 06.2019
Evaluation Coach
Jeffco Public Schools
07.2015 - 06.2017
Instructional Coach
Jeffco Public Schools
07.2011 - 06.2015
Elementary Teacher
Blue Heron Elementary, Jeffco Public Schools
08.2006 - 06.2011
Principal Lincensure
Western Governors University
Master of Arts - Education
Regis University
Bachelor of Science
Colorado State University
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