Geoff Kappes
Oak Harbor,WA
Summary
CAREER SUMMARY Dedicated educator with over 22 years of experience in progressive administration, education, and coaching at the middle and high school levels. Expertise in school leadership, organizational change management, educational technology, organizing and delivering professional development, PLCs, discipline, instruction, and assessment research-based best practices, local and state academic performance requirements, and overall logistics. Experience working as a teacher, teacher leader, coach, Dean of Students, Vice Principal, MS Principal and MS/HS Principal. Skilled manager, problem solver/analyzer, and outstanding negotiator with interpersonal abilities to efficiently and effectively identify and control student issues. Detail oriented team player consistently striving to positively contribute to overall team performance and the achievement.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle & High School Principal
Coupeville School District
04.2020 - Current
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional development workshops and training sessions, including authentic Professional Learning Communities, trauma informed classroom practices, restorative discipline practices, and PBIS.
- Addressed disciplinary issues promptly and fairly, upholding consistent standard of behavior expectations across school community.
- Implemented PBIS at middle school level including school wide behavior expectations, "Pack Bucks," school store, and "gaming lounge."
- Significantly reduced loss of instructional time due to suspensions by implementing multiple levels of student supports, restorative practices, and substance abuse counseling.
- Developed responsive school wide intervention system 4 days per week.
- Created opportunities for student leadership development through clubs, sports teams, and other extracurricular activities.
- Created and implemented scheduling processes to ensure optimal class sizes and balanced course offerings for diverse learner needs.
- Worked with local law enforcement and district administrators to develop comprehensive safety protocols to ensure secure learning environment for all students and staff members.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement in instruction quality.
- Collaborated with district leaders to align curriculum goals and strategies across all schools.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices to inform instructional strategies and improve student outcomes.
Middle School Principal
Coupeville School District
07.2017 - Current
- Provided professional development opportunities for staff members, promoting continuous growth and learning.
- Fostered inclusive school culture that celebrated diversity and promoted respect among all members of community.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and constructive feedback, fostering continuous improvement in instructional practices.
- Promoted digital literacy among both students and staff members by integrating technology into educational practices seamlessly.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing effective leadership strategies and fostering positive learning environment.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas of improvement and guide instructional practices.
- Oversaw daily operations of school, including scheduling, staffing decisions, facility management, and event coordination.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Established safe and secure campus environment by implementing effective safety procedures and protocols.
Vice Principal
West Middle School
04.2015 - 06.2017
- Responsible for day to day operations of 730 student middle school
- Served as primary contact for teachers, students, faculty, and parents
- Responsible for emergency operations and decision making
- Spearheaded development and application of various systems to facilitate effectiveness and improve productivity of students and staff
- Implemented accurate school wide grade reporting system and SWPBIS that developed proactive approaches to prevent future student discipline issues and failure
- Coordinated school wide activities
- Managed school, district and state policies
- Conducted 504 and IEP meetings
- Supported and supervised staff through formal and informal evaluation procedures.
Dean of Students
West Middle School
08.2013 - 04.2015
- Responsible for day to day discipline support of classroom teachers
- Envisioned and implemented innovative and effective character education based discipline program with primary goal of changing student culture and climate at West Middle School
- Diligently worked to problem solve issues such as drug use and abuse, gang involvement, and simple class disruptions to more accurately and effectively accommodate culturally diverse, low socioeconomic background of students
- Served as school representative in district level issues of student discipline, family involvement, and behavioral procedure development.
- Served as liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
Credit Recovery Administrator
Middleton Middle School
08.2010 - 05.2013
- Created program for failing students to regain credits through grant-funded after-school program.
- Handled sensitive student information concerning grades, credits, and missing work.
- Maintained records as student work was completed and updated grades on daily basis.
- Collected, validated, and distributed student work to teachers.
- Established organized filing system that streamlined work retrieval and improved tracking student work completion.
- Served as liaison between teachers, students, families, and administration, fostering open communication channels with intention of improving and eventually eliminating loss of credits from failing grades.
7th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Middleton Middle School
06.2008 - 06.2013
- Created comprehensive grading system that more accurately represented students' understanding, achievement, and work habits.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
8th Grade Teacher
Coupeville Middle School
06.2004 - 06.2007
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
Coaching and Advising Experience
Multiple DIstricts
07.2002 - 07.2013
- Class Advisor
- Gifted and Talented Program Advisor
- Yearbook Advisor
- Credit Recovery Administrator
- High School Cross Country
- Varsity Basketball
- Middle School Football
- Middle School Track
Varsity Basketball Coach
Coupeville High School
06.2005 - 06.2007
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of Idaho
Boise, ID05.2012
Master of Science - Educational Technology
Boise State University
Boise, ID05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Boise State University
Boise, ID05.2002
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Networking
- Instructional Leadership
- Organizational Leadership
- Change Management
- Teacher Mentoring
- Inclusive Practices
- Student Engagement
- Student Achievement
- Crisis and Safety Management
- Discipline Management
Timeline
Middle & High School Principal
Coupeville School District
04.2020 - Current
Middle School Principal
Coupeville School District
07.2017 - Current
Vice Principal
West Middle School
04.2015 - 06.2017
Dean of Students
West Middle School
08.2013 - 04.2015
Credit Recovery Administrator
Middleton Middle School
08.2010 - 05.2013
7th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Middleton Middle School
06.2008 - 06.2013
Varsity Basketball Coach
Coupeville High School
06.2005 - 06.2007
8th Grade Teacher
Coupeville Middle School
06.2004 - 06.2007
Coaching and Advising Experience
Multiple DIstricts
07.2002 - 07.2013
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of Idaho
Master of Science - Educational Technology
Boise State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Boise State University
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