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Dr. Marion Jackson

McKinney,TX

Summary

  • Innovative
  • Servant Leader
  • Inspiring Systemic Change

Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 20+ years of experience. Exercises honed competencies in design thinking, strategic development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inaugural Principal

WEST DALLAS STEM SCHOOL
06.2020 - Current
  • As the founding Principal of an innovative STEM school in collaboration with Dallas ISD, Southern Methodist University, and the Toyota Foundation, I spearheaded strategic partnerships to enhance community engagement and educational excellence.
  • Developing an innovative and replicable model using district curriculum aimed at benefiting schools not only in Texas but also in surrounding states
  • Establishing a strategic partnership with the nationally accredited organization, New Schools Venture, to extend the reach of STEM programs specifically to students residing in low socioeconomic areas.
  • Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with college and industry partners.


School Principal

MARTHA T. REILLY ELEMENTARY, DALLAS ISD
08.2011 - 06.2020
  • Provide daily leadership and supervision for students and staff members which include but not limited to; Organize activities to meet student and teacher needs
  • Manage school’s budget
  • Communicate school’s mission and vision to all stakeholders
  • Led campus through transformational change as we implemented a rigorous, teacher evaluation system
  • Created and sustain a school culture that embrace change with a focus on continuous improvement.

Assistant Principal

DALLAS ISD
01.2009 - 05.2011
  • Henderson, Harrell Budd & John J
  • Pershing Elementary Schools, Dallas ISD
  • Accepted to the Aspiring Principal’s Program Cohort 1, Dallas ISD
  • Planned and facilitated campus staff development around curriculum and state expectations
  • Implemented a campus exemplar teaching institute to build the capacity of novice teachers
  • Served as State and Local testing coordinator
  • Served as LPAC and Special Education administrator
  • Developed and monitored a discipline management plan for school-wide implementation
  • Created a strong alliance between school and community.

Education

Ed. D. - Educational Policy

Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX
05.2024

M. Ed. Instructional Leadership -

University of Concordia Texas
Austin, TX
05.2008

B.A. - Broadcast Communication

University of La. @ Monroe
Monroe, LA
12.1994

Skills

  • Group facilitation and presentations
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Program Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Interpersonal strengths

Certification

  • T-TESS Certified (State)
  • Standard Certification Texas School Principal (EC-12)
  • Teacher Excellence Initiative (TEI) Certified
  • Special Education (1-12)
  • Master Principal Designation

Professional References

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Inaugural Principal

WEST DALLAS STEM SCHOOL
06.2020 - Current

School Principal

MARTHA T. REILLY ELEMENTARY, DALLAS ISD
08.2011 - 06.2020

Assistant Principal

DALLAS ISD
01.2009 - 05.2011

Ed. D. - Educational Policy

Southern Methodist University

M. Ed. Instructional Leadership -

University of Concordia Texas

B.A. - Broadcast Communication

University of La. @ Monroe
  • T-TESS Certified (State)
  • Standard Certification Texas School Principal (EC-12)
  • Teacher Excellence Initiative (TEI) Certified
  • Special Education (1-12)
  • Master Principal Designation
Dr. Marion Jackson