Janet Colvin
Oak Creek,WI
Summary
Educational leader with extensive experience at Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy, recognized for excellence in instructional leadership and community engagement. Successfully led initiatives that garnered national recognition and improved student performance. Proficient in data-driven practices and relationship building, contributing to effective school improvement and a supportive learning environment.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Charter School Principal
Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy
01.2020 - 07.2025
- Developed re-entry plan post-pandemic to ensure safe learning for K4-8th grade scholars.
- Collaborated with Director of Contracted Schools to foster nurturing educational environment.
- Secured partnerships enhancing reading, math, and environmental science programs.
- Established school-based leadership team to drive initiatives and improve student outcomes.
- Cultivated relationships with families and community members to strengthen support networks.
- Received national recognition from Expeditionary Learning Curriculum for excellence in education.
- Acquired multiple grants from EL Education for beautification project.
- Built collegial relationships with MPS and Urban Learning Collaborative senior leadership.
Turnaround School Principal
Goodland Elementary
Racine, WI
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Established professional learning communities that met weekly to analyze data using structured protocols.
- Collaborated with West Ed on best practices for instructional leadership and school transformation.
- Partnered with Department of Public Instruction to drive school improvement initiatives.
- Implemented monitoring conferences to facilitate ongoing progress evaluations.
Focus School Principal
Starbuck Middle
Racine, WI
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Implemented Universal Breakfast program, enhancing nutritional support for all students.
- Developed Science Technology and Engineering Program to promote interest in STEM fields.
- Launched Sister-to-Sister Phi Delta Kappa mentoring initiative, fostering girls' academic advancement.
- Conducted professional development workshops on guided reading and literacy strategies.
- Established resource room for parents, offering job search tools and skill development resources.
- Completed sixty hours of professional development through Harvard University's Educational Leadership program.
- Fulfilled requirements for National Institute of School Leadership, reinforcing administrative competencies.
Assistant Principal
Gilmore Middle School
Racine, WI
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Facilitated data team discussions focused on student performance improvement.
- Implemented Silent Sustained Reading program to enhance literacy skills.
- Chaired Middle School Task Force, driving initiatives for academic success.
- Initiated inaugural Black History Program in collaboration with community members.
- Oversaw PBIS implementation, improving school-wide behavior management.
- Led development of School Improvement Plan to address strategic goals.
- Reformed PTSA operations to increase parent engagement and support.
Curriculum Generalist
Milwaukee Public School
Milwaukee, WI
08.2006 - 06.2011
- Served as an Instructional Leader for schools targeted for improvement.
- Delivered professional development focused on comprehensive literacy framework.
- Evaluated teachers using four domains of Charlotte Danielson.
- Developed growth plans for ineffective teachers to enhance instructional practices.
District Mentor Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee, WI
06.2004 - 06.2005
- Supported first-year teachers through coaching and modeling effective, research-based strategies.
- Attracted and retained educators within Milwaukee Public Schools to enhance staffing stability.
- Participated in New Teacher Center program in Santa Cruz, California for professional development.
Classroom Teacher
Pierce Elementary School
Milwaukee, WI
06.1986 - 06.2004
- Acquired 20 years of classroom experience in diverse educational settings.
- Coordinated learning team initiatives to enhance collaborative teaching practices.
- Led instructional strategies as a Lead Teacher, focusing on student engagement.
- Implemented reciprocal teaching methods as observed by DPI to improve comprehension.
- Authored thematic units aligning with curricular standards and learning objectives.
- Received acknowledgments for contributions to P5 District Writing program initiatives.
Education
PhD - Leadership and Service
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI05.2016
Master of Arts - Ed. Leadership
National Louis University
Milwaukee, WI08.2005
Bachelor of Science -
Rust College
Holly Springs, Ms05.1986
Skills
- Human learning expertise
- Leadership theory
- Data-informed practices
- Professional development
- Adult education facilitation
- Relationship building
- Organizational communication
- Data analysis
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
- Community engagement
- Instructional leadership
- School improvement
References
References available upon request.
Awards
District recognition for improving the climate of Goodland Elementary Turnaround School-spring 2006, Phi Delta Kappa Service Award-spring 2014, Presenter-Milwaukee Metropolitan of Black School Educators- Culturally Relevant Pedagogy based on research by Kunjufu Jawanza, Janet Colvin Day- Mayoral Proclamation 2022 (building improvements, new curriculum, Science Research Dome, Music, Art and Counseling Program)
Timeline
Charter School Principal
Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy
01.2020 - 07.2025
Turnaround School Principal
Goodland Elementary
01.2015 - 01.2020
Focus School Principal
Starbuck Middle
01.2012 - 01.2015
Assistant Principal
Gilmore Middle School
01.2011 - 01.2012
Curriculum Generalist
Milwaukee Public School
08.2006 - 06.2011
District Mentor Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
06.2004 - 06.2005
Classroom Teacher
Pierce Elementary School
06.1986 - 06.2004
PhD - Leadership and Service
Cardinal Stritch University
Master of Arts - Ed. Leadership
National Louis University
Bachelor of Science -
Rust College
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