Enthusiastic Assistant Principal and former Principal offering 18-year history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of School (Principal)
West Hills Christian School K-8
01.2020 - 11.2022
Worked with investment committee on investment and endowment issues.
Partnered with development office on fundraising strategies and execution.
Major Donations and Donors
Maintained tuition terms and followed up on delinquent accounts.
Worked with appropriate board committees in developing strategic financial plan.
Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
Program Leader
West Hills Christian School
09.2008 - 06.2022
Organize and lead our 8th grade (8 day) Washington D.C
Trip
Implemented well-received activities and events.
Athletic Director
West Hills Christian School
09.2005 - 08.2021
Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
Oversaw coach salaries, pay rates and all other program budget aspects.
Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
Cultivated strong relationships with customers to build loyalty and repeat business.
Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.
Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
Developed partnerships with external vendors and suppliers to obtain quality products and services.
Middle School Principal
West Hills Christian School
09.2017 - 01.2020
Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
Verified adherence to state, federal and private funding source requirements across programs and outcomes.
Team Leader
West Hills Christian School
09.2011 - 01.2019
Voice for teachers with monthly meeting with our Head of School
Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
Director of Junior
West Hills Christian School
09.2010 - 01.2017
Discipline
Teacher relations
Parent concerns
Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
Developed partnerships with external vendors and suppliers to obtain quality products and services.
Education
Master Degree - Educational Leadership
George Fox University
Newberg, OR
05.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Education
Whitworth University
Spokane, WA
05.2007
Associates of Arts -
Umpqua Community College
Roseburg, OR
05.1990
Skills
Additional:
Skills: Reliable, hardworking, works well with others, sociable, good listener, loyal, and have the ability
In guiding and directing groups towards a common goal
Teamwork and Collaboration
Dependable and Responsible
Cultural Awareness
Teambuilding
Timeline
Head of School (Principal)
West Hills Christian School K-8
01.2020 - 11.2022
Middle School Principal
West Hills Christian School
09.2017 - 01.2020
Team Leader
West Hills Christian School
09.2011 - 01.2019
Director of Junior
West Hills Christian School
09.2010 - 01.2017
Program Leader
West Hills Christian School
09.2008 - 06.2022
Athletic Director
West Hills Christian School
09.2005 - 08.2021
Master Degree - Educational Leadership
George Fox University
Bachelor’s Degree - Education
Whitworth University
Associates of Arts -
Umpqua Community College
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