JAMIE DRISCOLL
Schaumburg,IL
Summary
Education professional with extensive experience in middle school administration, focusing on student development and faculty support. Consistently delivers results through effective team collaboration and flexible adaptation to changing needs. Skilled in curriculum planning, student behavior management, and fostering positive school culture.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Assistant Principal
D300 - Carpentersville Middle School
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for staff, fostering a growth mindset and continuous improvement.
- Monitored attendance trends closely, implementing targeted interventions to reduce chronic absenteeism rates among students.
- Enhanced school culture by implementing positive behavior interventions and supports.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched student learning experiences beyond the classroom setting.
- Served as liaison between teachers, parents, and administrators during disciplinary proceedings for students involved in behavioral incidents.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the school community, fostering an inclusive environment for all students and staff.
- Evaluated teacher performance through formal observations and constructive feedback sessions, promoting instructional excellence.
- Facilitated productive meetings between department heads to discuss curricular alignment across grade levels and subject areas.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas for academic improvement and tailor instructional support.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop an engaging curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Addressed parent concerns promptly, leading to increased satisfaction and trust in school leadership.
- Supported the principal regarding staffing decisions by participating in interviews.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Analyzed assessment data to identify patterns or trends that could inform instructional adjustments or interventions.
- Promoted family engagement through regular communication channels such as newsletters, RCS (text message system), conferences, and open houses.
Elementary Assistant Principal
D300 -Lakewood Elementary School
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with district leadership on strategic planning initiatives aimed at driving long-term academic success.
- Implemented innovative professional development programs for staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Directed after-school programs that enriched learning opportunities while providing additional support where needed.
- Streamlined communication between parents and school personnel, strengthening community involvement and support.
- Monitored and evaluated teacher performance to ensure the highest quality of instruction for students.
- Enhanced school climate by implementing positive behavior interventions and supports.
- Coordinated hiring processes for new faculty members, securing highly qualified candidates committed to student success.
- Developed comprehensive safety protocols, creating a secure environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Promoted a positive school culture by cultivating strong relationships among students, staff, and families.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Language Development Coach
Ivy Hall Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with teacher’s to build their capacity around best instructional practices for English Language Learners that also aligned with district targets
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional practices
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, colleagues and administrators
- Partook in weekly literacy and math grade level meetings to discuss and analyze student data and next steps
- Screened new incoming students using the WIDA Model
- Scheduled and administered ACCESS test yearly
- Communicated with parents around English language acquisition progress
- Made a schedule for our aide based on needs of students
- Assisted building administration team in creating and running staff meetings
- Mentored novice language development coaches
- Headed our Ivy Hall Celebrates Diversity in a virtual world during 2020-2021 school year
- Co-wrote an information section about the impact of Covid on the AAPI community for district wide newsletter
- Assisted with integrating new technology into the classroom during the pandemic
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Twin Groves Middle School
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Developed lesson plans in accordance to Common Core curriculum and district targets
- Co-planned daily with counterparts
- Co-taught with literacy coach
- Identified students at risk of underachievement and ensured that appropriate interventions were in place
- Differentiated content of lessons and tests for students with IEP's
- Participated in IEP's, Team Meetings, and PLC/Content Meetings
- Proctored IAR and MAP Testing
- Communicated regularly with parents, students, and administrators to set and reach high standards of achievement and behavior for students and followed through with regular feedback on results
- Took an active part on the districts Professional Learning Team
Education
Master of Arts - Illinois Principal Preparation
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05.2021
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.2016
Skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Initiative-driven individual
- Mentor
- Proficient in technology programs
- Results-oriented problem solving
- Team-oriented collaboration
- Adaptable to change
- Instructional expertise
- Results-driven leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
Training
- Monthly 1 on 1 Coaching with Brenda Kaylor (Coaching Consultant with Just ASK Publications)
- Kagan Cooperative Learning 5 Day Trained
- Thinking Maps Trained
- Monthly Coaching Communities with Joellen Killion
- Attended multiple trainings presented by DeEtta Jones on inclusive environment
- Co-teaching and the Highly Engaged Inclusive Classroom presented by Susan Hentz
- Attended the 2021 Bilingual Directors Meeting in Rosemont, IL
D300 Adminstration Awards
This award is written and submitted by staff members when administrators have made a positive impact on staff, students, and families.
Timeline
Middle School Assistant Principal
D300 - Carpentersville Middle School
07.2023 - Current
Elementary Assistant Principal
D300 -Lakewood Elementary School
07.2022 - 06.2023
Language Development Coach
Ivy Hall Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2022
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Twin Groves Middle School
08.2016 - 08.2017
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
Master of Arts - Illinois Principal Preparation
Concordia University Chicago
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