Hi, I’m
HEATHER SHULTS
School Administrstor
Davenport,IA
Summary
District-focused education executive leading strategic planning, MTSS alignment, and P-12 student services across special education, ELL, and counseling. Works directly with the superintendent and board to guide priorities, mentor principals, manage budgets, and strengthen behavior supports, professional development, and cross-agency collaboration that improve learning conditions.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
North Scott Community School DistrictEldridge, IA
Director of Student Services
07.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Strategic Leadership: Partner directly with the Superintendent and Board of Education to formulate, execute, and monitor the district's long-term strategic plan.
- District-Wide Program Oversight: Direct P-12 district operations and programming across Special Education, English Language Learner (ELL), and School Counseling departments.
- Systemic Alignment: Lead district-wide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) alignment to optimize academic and behavioral intervention framework performance.
- Mentored building principals and district administrators to align school-level goals with district priorities, fostering cohesive leadership and enhanced student outcomes.
- Directed District Challenging Behavior Team using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies, resulting in reduced crisis interventions and improved learning environments.
- Facilitated partnerships with Area Education Agency (AEA) personnel and led district-wide professional development initiatives to strengthen instructional practices and support staff growth.
Ed White Elementary SchoolEldridge, IA
Principal
07.2020 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Instructional Leadership: Spearheaded building-wide Professional Learning Community (PLC) processes; collaborated with instructional coaches to implement high-yield curriculum and instructional practices.
- Reviewed certified staff performance to elevate instructional quality and guide targeted professional development initiatives.
- Fiscal Management: Managed the building operational budget to maximize resource allocation directly supporting student achievement goals.
- Collaborated with core administrative team to develop and execute district strategic plan, aligning resources with educational priorities.
Ed White Elementary SchoolEldridge, IA
Associate Principal
07.2018 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Spearheaded academic and behavioral strategies for classroom educators to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Managed behavioral procedures and student discipline, fostering positive communication with stakeholders to support a constructive school environment.
- Executed formal evaluations for certified and non-certified personnel to ensure compliance with educational standards.
Jackson Elementary SchoolDavenport, IA
School Administrative Manager (SAM)
08.2016 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Facilitated Section 504 plans and represented Local Education Agency (LEA) in IEP meetings to support student needs.
- Guided grade-level PLC teams in aligning behavior and academic instructional design to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Managed daily building operations and master scheduling to ensure efficient school functionality.
North High SchoolDavenport, IA
Special Education Department Chair
08.2014 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Led special education department planning at North High School.
- Supervised 13 special education educators and 13 paraprofessionals to ensure effective implementation of individualized education programs.
- Developed building master schedules, ensured compliance with state and federal mandates, and reviewed Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to support student success.
- Coordinated IEP meetings with teachers, families, and support staff.
- Reviewed student records for compliance with special education requirements.
Davenport Community SchoolsDavenport, IA
Behavior Interventionist / BD Program Specialist
08.2009 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Central High School (2013–2014) & Wilson Elementary School (2009–2013).
- Developed and delivered professional development sessions on crisis de-escalation and behavior management, enhancing staff skills to effectively manage challenging behaviors.
Davenport Community SchoolsDavenport, IA
Early Childhood & Elementary Educator
01.2006 - 01.2011
Job overview
- K–2 Behavior Disorder Classroom Teacher (2010–2011), Kindergarten Teacher (2006–2010), Head Start Education Specialist (2006).
Education
University of Northern IowaCedar Falls, IA
Advanced Studies Certificate from Superintendency
05-2024
St. Ambrose UniversityDavenport, IA
M.A. from Educational Administration
University Overview
Endorsements: Instructional Strategist II: K–12 LD/BD
Ball State UniversityMuncie, IN
M.A. from Applied Behavior Analysis
University Overview
Certifications: Autism & Applied Behavior Analysis
St. Ambrose UniversityDavenport, IA
B.A. from Early Childhood Education & Special Education
Skills
- Strategic planning
- MTSS coordination
- Instructional leadership
- Special education compliance
- Program evaluation
- Data-driven decisions
- Community partnerships
SUPERINTENDENT CORE COMPETENCIES
- District Governance & Strategic Planning: Board Relations, Strategic Plan Execution, Policy & Compliance Management
- Educational & Curriculum Leadership: District-Wide MTSS Alignment, PLC Implementation, Data-Driven Instruction
- Operational & Fiscal Leadership: Budget Administration, Staff Supervision & Evaluation, Systems Optimization
- Student Services & Specialized Programs: Special Education (P-12), ELL & Counseling Oversight, ABA & Behavior Systems
- Stakeholder Engagement: AEA Collaboration, Community Relations, Leadership Mentorship & Development
DISTRICT & BUILDING LEADERSHIP INITIATIVES
- Teacher-in-Charge, Academic Extended School Year (ESY): Directed cross-district ESY operations across 5 facilities; managed staffing, logistics, and student IEP target alignment.
- District Mentor (Journey to Excellence): Guided new administrative and instructional mentees through curriculum implementation, classroom management, and IEP procedures.
- Building Leadership & RTI Teams: Served on Building Student Achievement Teams (BSAT), PBIS/SIT teams, and High School RTI design teams across Davenport and North Scott districts.
Timeline
Director of Student Services
North Scott Community School District
07.2021 - Current
Principal
Ed White Elementary School
07.2020 - 06.2021
Associate Principal
Ed White Elementary School
07.2018 - 06.2020
School Administrative Manager (SAM)
Jackson Elementary School
08.2016 - 07.2018
Special Education Department Chair
North High School
08.2014 - 07.2016
Behavior Interventionist / BD Program Specialist
Davenport Community Schools
08.2009 - 08.2014
Early Childhood & Elementary Educator
Davenport Community Schools
01.2006 - 01.2011
University of Northern Iowa
Advanced Studies Certificate from Superintendency
St. Ambrose University
M.A. from Educational Administration
Ball State University
M.A. from Applied Behavior Analysis
St. Ambrose University
B.A. from Early Childhood Education & Special Education