Jamie "Tia" Koerte
Kekaha
Summary
Dedicated professional with history of meeting organization goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
School Director
Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha
2014.07 - Current
- Oversee all fiscal, operational and academic programs of Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha - a bilingual immersion preschool through 12th grade Public Charter School.
- Established and implemented Kealapito - a syllabary Olelo Niihau language foundation system aligned to Ke Kula Niihau O Kekahaʻs vision and mission.
- Lead and facilitate school-wide Olelo Niihau language and culture-based curriculum and resource development for grades preschool - 12th grade grounded in Kealapito.
- Lead and facilitate school and community-wide accreditation process through extensive data analysis and needs assessment processes.
- Develop and implement annual school-wide financial budgets.
- Develop and implement academic plans that included authentic and innovative activities and approaches to teaching and learning.
- Implement annual financial audits with minimal to no negative findings annually.
- Research, write and manage grant proposals for multi-year funding and projects.
- Maintain local, state and national school partnerships and collaborations to promote Ke Kula Niihau O Kekahaʻs vision and mission.
- Promote professional growth of teachers and staff by implementing various professional development opportunities world wide and provide guidance as needed.
- Perform annual teacher evaluations to evaluate teacher effectiveness and areas for growth.
- Facilitate teacher and staff trainings on effective teaching and classroom management strategies.
- Maintain full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
Middle School Teacher
Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha
2009.08 - 2014.06
- Prepared daily, monthly and year-long lesson plans for multi-grade, multi-subject classroom
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
Education
2022
Empowering Oiwi Leadership Award Recipient
2022-Present
Kekaha Hawaiian Homes Association
Kekaha, HI2021-Present
Kekaha Pop Warner Association
Kekaha, HI2013-2020
Waimea Youth Baseball Association
Waimea, HI2008-2011
Thundacats 12u & 14u Softball
Waimea, HIBachelor of Arts - Hawaiian Studies
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI12.2007
High School Diploma -
Waimea High School
Waimea, HI06.2003
Skills
- School Administration & Policies
- Program Activities & Event Coordination
- Facility Maintenance Oversight
- Task Delegation
- Operational Budget Preparation & Management
- Curriculum Development & Supervision
- Organize Professional Development
- Student and Staff Discipline Enforcement
- Parent Meetings
Languages
Hawaiian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Director
Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha
2014.07 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha
2009.08 - 2014.06
2022
Empowering Oiwi Leadership Award Recipient
2022-Present
Kekaha Hawaiian Homes Association
2021-Present
Kekaha Pop Warner Association
2013-2020
Waimea Youth Baseball Association
2008-2011
Thundacats 12u & 14u Softball
Bachelor of Arts - Hawaiian Studies
University of Hawaii At Manoa
High School Diploma -
Waimea High School
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