Gary Paul Madore
Magnolia,Texas
Summary
I am honored to apply for the position of 9th Grade Principal at The Woodlands High School. My passion for education and commitment to fostering a nurturing environment for students, teachers, and the community drive my aspiration for this role. I am dedicated to leading and inspiring our school, ensuring every student feels valued and every staff member is supported. While many may want this job, no one is as ready to do it as I am. I am eager to return to a community where I have grown my career and partner with Mr. Muehsler to better prepare our students for their future.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Principal
Knox Junior High
06.2023 - Current
- Achieved significant reduction in behavior notifications: 2022-2023: 8,300 referrals, 2024-2025: 2,278 behavior notifications (61.6% reduction).
- Mentored three assistant principals, implementing new procedures focused on academics, discipline, attendance, PLC, teacher support, and community engagement.
- Developed and implemented new attendance procedures for assistant principals, resulting in a 2.04% increase in attendance at Knox Junior High.
- Responsible for recruiting highly qualified staff who are trustworthy, responsible, and well-suited to our student community and existing team.
- Supported teachers with professional development from the district and reconstructed our life skills program to allow students to attend more classes.
- Increased student visibility in the school by introducing a drink cart, enabling students to interact with staff and develop life skills.
- The introduction of attendance incentives every nine weeks for students enhances student engagement and awareness.
- Played a pivotal role in designing and implementing the master schedule, successfully transitioning from a 7-period day to an innovative Block scheduling system.
- Reestablished levels of misbehavior procedures, focusing on consistency and restorative practices.
- Conducted professional development for staff on procedures and different levels of misbehavior.
- Developed and executed school safety procedures, including fire drills, evacuation plans, and intruder alerts.
- Adapted safety procedures during construction, ensuring staff and student safety.
- Leading our construction efforts, collaborating with CISD and contractor project managers.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Mentored junior team members, contributing to their professional growth and development.
Assistant Principal
The Woodlands High School
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Responsible for 800 students for attendance and discipline using restorative practices that increased attendance and decreased referrals
- Led our The Woodlands High School Blood drive and involved the community in participating.
- Administrator of the Math Department and PLC (Professional Learning Communities)
- Responsible for the Student attendance reports of 4100 students
- Assisted in Work orders on items of concern
- Math Department professional development
- Responsible for distribution and collection of textbooks/instructional materials
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- 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.
Assistant Head Football Coach
The Woodlands High School
05.2017 - 06.2020
- Communicated with the Quarterback club for all special events
- Designed and requested quotes for the total renovation of our varsity locker room.
- Designed our off-season turf area with Hellas to improve our athletic facility.
- 2016 and 2017 Track State Team Champion
- 2017 State Runner up in Football
- Coordinated travel arrangements for away games to ensure smooth logistics for the entire team.
- Boosted morale by recognizing outstanding efforts both on the field and in the classroom through regular feedback sessions with players.
- Streamlined communication within the coaching staff, leading to more efficient decision-making processes during games.
Football and Track Coach
The Woodlands High School
01.2007 - 08.2017
- Dyslexia
- Communications
- Health
- Physical education
- Planned and scheduled regular program of in-season practices.
Athletic Coordinator
The Woodlands 9th Campus
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Health,
- Football and Track Coach
Athletic Coordinator, Health Teacher
Knox Junior High School
08.2002 - 05.2004
- Coordinated all athletics at the Junior high
- Developed a helmet tracking program for the reconditioning of football helmets
- Scheduling of all sports
- Handled all sports budget information
- Communicated with the community and the Quarterback club for equipment meals and special events.
Health Education Teacher
Knox Junior High School
07.2000 - 05.2002
- Health teacher
- RTI MTSS coordinator identifying students who are not 504 or Sped but are needing support or help identifying a need for achievement.
- Coached football and track and field
Education
Master of Education - Administration
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX01.2003
Bachelor Of Science - Education
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Alva, OK05-1991
Skills
- Community involvement
- Data-driven decision making
- Proactive problem solving
- Innovation and creativity
- Supportive leadership
- Transparency
- Listening skills
- Accountability
Certification
- Texas Certifications PK-12 Principal
- Teaching certificates Health, Physical Education, and Communications
Timeline
Associate Principal
Knox Junior High
06.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal
The Woodlands High School
06.2020 - 06.2023
Assistant Head Football Coach
The Woodlands High School
05.2017 - 06.2020
Football and Track Coach
The Woodlands High School
01.2007 - 08.2017
Athletic Coordinator
The Woodlands 9th Campus
01.2004 - 01.2007
Athletic Coordinator, Health Teacher
Knox Junior High School
08.2002 - 05.2004
Health Education Teacher
Knox Junior High School
07.2000 - 05.2002
Master of Education - Administration
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor Of Science - Education
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
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