James Darwin
689 Co. Rd, 22, Pisgah,AL
Summary
Experienced senior leader with 28 years in education, including 8+ years as a principal, offering strong capabilities in strategic planning, organizational leadership, budgeting, personnel management, and operational execution. Proven ability to lead large teams, manage complex budgets, implement long-range strategic initiatives, and operate in high-accountability environments. Skilled in decision-making, risk management, and mission-focused leadership applicable to defense contractor operations, program management, and administrative leadership roles.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Jackson County Board of Education
Woodville High School And Pisgah High School
04.2017 - 10.2026
Led overall organization including staffing, budgeting, planning, and performance accountability.
Managed operational budget in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
Developed and executed long-term strategic plans aligned with organizational goals.
Supervised and evaluated professional and support staff. Oversaw hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning.
Implemented performance metrics to improve organizational outcomes and efficiency.
Communicated with executive leadership and external stakeholders on operations and performance.
Teacher, Coach, and Assistant Principal
Jackson and Dekalb County Boards of Education
Pisgah, Valley Head, And NSM High Schools
08.1998 - 04.2017
Developed lessons and provided high-quality classroom instruction
Served as head basketball coach from 2007-2015 at Valley Head
Began my leadership role as assistant principal at NSM in 2015
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences Education
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.1998
Skills
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office
- Effective written and oral communicator
- Data analysis
- Human Resources
- Budgeting and Financial Documentation
Timeline
Principal
Jackson County Board of Education
04.2017 - 10.2026
Teacher, Coach, and Assistant Principal
Jackson and Dekalb County Boards of Education
08.1998 - 04.2017
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences Education
The University of Alabama