James Pinney
Peculiar,MO
Summary
Motivational leader that excels in team building, culture-improving and performance-increasing initiatives. Demonstrating versatility in leadership approaches to acquire active participation in collaborative activities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Grain Valley R-5 School District
Grain Valley , MO
2009.07 - 2022.05
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students and teachers.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures and cost-saving initiatives.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Assistant Principal
Lee's Summit R-7 School District
Lee's Summit , MO
2005.07 - 2009.06
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Partnered with Principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Owner Operator JP Lawn
JP Lawn
Belton , MO
1998.03 - 2005.07
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
Classroom Teacher
Lee's Summit R-7 School District
Lee's Summit , MO
1998.08 - 2005.06
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
Education
Education Specialist - Superintedency
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO05.2012
Master of Science - Education Administration
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05.1997
Skills
Developing and implementing a common vision.
Advocated and sustained a culture of learning and professional growth.
Ensured the management of the organization, operations, and resource for a safe, efficient and effect learning and work environment.
Collaborated with students, staff, families and community members to promote a successful learning and work environment.
Promoted success by understanding, responding to, and influencing the larger political, social, economic, legal and cultural context.
Timeline
Principal
Grain Valley R-5 School District
2009.07 - 2022.05
Assistant Principal
Lee's Summit R-7 School District
2005.07 - 2009.06
Classroom Teacher
Lee's Summit R-7 School District
1998.08 - 2005.06
Owner Operator JP Lawn
JP Lawn
1998.03 - 2005.07
Education Specialist - Superintedency
University of Central Missouri
Master of Science - Education Administration
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kansas State University
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