Jacqueline Glasheen
Holyoke,CO
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Holyoke Public Schools, excelling in strategic planning and relationship building. Spearheaded initiatives that doubled proficiency rates and fostered inclusive environments. Committed to leadership development and data analysis, empowering educators to enhance student success and bridge achievement gaps.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Superinendent
Holyoke Public Schools
06.2025 - Current
- Supervised and supported the following departments: School Leadership, Pupil Services, Student Support Services.
- Led key components of the new 550 student Peck Middle School launch, including facility planning, development of operational and instructional systems, and leadership team capacity-building.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by modeling reflective practice and encouraging feedback from educators, administrators, and stakeholders alike.
- Managed a budget of $850,000 and resources effectively, optimizing allocation to support high-quality instruction throughout the district.
- Assisted schools with intervention programs targeting at-risk students while focusing on bridging achievement gaps through targeted support measures.
- Facilitated the adoption of inclusive education practices, promoting a supportive learning environment for all students regardless of background or ability level.
Executive Director of School Leadership
Holyoke Public Schools
07.2021 - 05.2025
- Guided 12 schools and over 900 staff through district rezoning, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Implemented weekly touchpoints at schools to observe classroom instruction and provide real-time coaching to principals, offering insights into effective teaching practices to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
- Design and facilitate bi-weekly professional development opportunities tailored to the needs of individual principals and schools, including practice clinics, training sessions, and coaching aimed at improving leadership skills, data analysis, and instructional expertise.
- Two principals are now district leaders, and three led their schools to making substantial progress toward targets on the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education accountability system.
School Principal
Holyoke Public Schools
07.2011 - 07.2021
- Led 2 different K-8 schools in Holyoke (Kelly School from 2011-2017 and EN White from 2017-2021)
- While at EN White in 2019, we doubled our proficiency rate in ELA and Math and met 86% of our accountability targets.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness with comprehensive professional development programs and ongoing support.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture, resulting in increased job satisfaction and retention rates.
- Used innovative approaches to Increase parent engagement through regular communication, workshops, and events focused on student success, including literacy workshops in families' homes where we would share literacy practices families could implement at home to support learning.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
Assistant Principal
Holyoke Public Schools
08.2005 - 07.2011
- Was assigned as an assistant principal in 2 schools over the course of 6 years (Kelly Elementary School and Morgan Elementary School)
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Led school-wide initiatives focused on increasing attendance rates including a walking school bus.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Holyoke Public Schools
09.1992 - 08.2005
- Developed collaborative partnerships with general education teachers, working together to create inclusive classrooms that met the needs of all learners.
- Assisted students in developing self-advocacy skills, empowering them to take ownership of their educational experience and achieve success both academically and socially.
- Coordinated with school counselors and other support staff to connect students with appropriate resources and services tailored to their unique needs.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Designed and implemented Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
- Helped modify general education curriculum to accommodate students with mild to moderate learning disabilities.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Administration
University of Massachusetts
Amherst06-2005
Master of Science - Special Education
Salve Regina University
Newport, Rhode Island, RI05-1992
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Relationship building
- Educational leadership
- Leadership development
- Data analysis
Certification
- Massachusetts Certification: Special Education N-9 Professional
- Massachusetts Certification: Principal/Assistant Principal PreK-6, 5-8 Professional
- Massachusetts Certification: Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent Provisional
- Massachusetts Endorsement: Sheltered English Immersion- Administrator
Timeline
Assistant Superinendent
Holyoke Public Schools
06.2025 - Current
Executive Director of School Leadership
Holyoke Public Schools
07.2021 - 05.2025
School Principal
Holyoke Public Schools
07.2011 - 07.2021
Assistant Principal
Holyoke Public Schools
08.2005 - 07.2011
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Holyoke Public Schools
09.1992 - 08.2005
Master of Science - Educational Administration
University of Massachusetts
Master of Science - Special Education
Salve Regina University