James McGonigle
Middle School Principal
Mohrsville,PA
Summary
Self-motivated school administrator with assertive and outcome-driven nature. Independent worker remains extremely calm in most pressure situations. Skilled educator with over 25 years of experience leading school staff members and education programs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Middle School Principal
Blue Mountain School District
Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania
04.2002 - Current
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Middle School Assistant Principal
Blue Mountain School District
Orwigsburg, United States
10.1998 - 04.2002
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
Middle School Guidance Counselor
Blue Mountain School District
Orwigsburg, United States
06.1996 - 10.1998
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Political Science
Elizabethtown College
Elizabethtown, PA 08.1986 - 05.1990
M.D. - Secondary School Counseling
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA 09.1993 - 05.1996
Principal Certification - Secondary Principal Certification
University of Scranton
Scranton, PA 12.1998 - 05.2001
Skills
Academic administration
Student achievement
Policy development and enforcement
Group facilitation and presentations
Timeline
Middle School Principal
Blue Mountain School District
04.2002 - Current
Principal Certification - Secondary Principal Certification
University of Scranton
12.1998 - 05.2001
Middle School Assistant Principal
Blue Mountain School District
10.1998 - 04.2002
Middle School Guidance Counselor
Blue Mountain School District
06.1996 - 10.1998
M.D. - Secondary School Counseling
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
09.1993 - 05.1996
Master of Arts - Political Science
Elizabethtown College
08.1986 - 05.1990