Dennis Jester
Spring,TX
Summary
High-achieving administrative leader adept at supporting and enhancing teacher success with effective training and mentoring. Tons of professional experience as demonstrated by 38 years of optimum outcomes and demonstrated ability to foster positive learning environments and supporting both staff and students.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal/ Kashmere High School
Houston Independent School Distict
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with district policies and regulations.
- Established communication channels between parents, students, and administration to address concerns.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth.
- Conducted regular safety drills and coordinated emergency preparedness efforts in collaboration with local law enforcement agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Assistant Principal/Westfield High School
Spring Independent School District
09.2006 - 12.2018
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Facilitated collaboration between parents, teachers, and students to address academic and behavioral issues.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
Assistant Principal/ Washington High School
Houston Independent School Distict
08.2004 - 09.2006
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
Assistant Principal/ Williams Middle School
Houston Independent School Distict
05.2001 - 07.2004
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Led school-wide initiatives focused on increasing attendance rates and reducing dropout numbers.
- Actively participated in district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
Student Discipline Center Coordinator/ Ryan MS
Houston Independent School Distict
08.1998 - 05.2001
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of center activities.
- Established policies and procedures for the center, creating a consistent framework for staff members to follow.
- Scheduled Parent Conferences/ Discipline Hearings.
- Conducted Student Mediation / Conflict Resolution sessions for students.
Physical Education Teacher/ Rucker ES
Houston Independent School Distict
08.1996 - 07.1998
- Promoted student health and wellness through organized sports and fitness programs.
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
Physical Education Teacher / Browne-Holmes MS
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.1986 - 08.1996
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student participation and motivation in physical activities.
- Coordinated and led school-wide athletic events, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among students.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to support individual growth and development.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
Education
Master of Science - School Leadership & Administration
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX08-1998
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Bishop College
Dallas, TX08-1983
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Policy and procedure development
- Performance evaluations
- Teacher mentoring
- Discipline and policy enforcement
Timeline
Assistant Principal/ Kashmere High School
Houston Independent School Distict
01.2019 - 08.2022
Assistant Principal/Westfield High School
Spring Independent School District
09.2006 - 12.2018
Assistant Principal/ Washington High School
Houston Independent School Distict
08.2004 - 09.2006
Assistant Principal/ Williams Middle School
Houston Independent School Distict
05.2001 - 07.2004
Student Discipline Center Coordinator/ Ryan MS
Houston Independent School Distict
08.1998 - 05.2001
Physical Education Teacher/ Rucker ES
Houston Independent School Distict
08.1996 - 07.1998
Physical Education Teacher / Browne-Holmes MS
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.1986 - 08.1996
Master of Science - School Leadership & Administration
Texas Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Bishop College