Jay McCarten
Cody,WY
Summary
Proven Leadership. I inspire and guide staff and students by setting a clear vision and fostering a positive, collaborative environment.
Highly Organized: I manage budgets, schedules, and logistics efficiently, ensuring smooth operations across all programs in my school and within my program.
Effective Communication: I maintain open lines of communication with students, athletes, parents, teachers, coaches, and school and district administration, addressing concerns and promoting transparency.
Strong Strategic Planning: I develop and implement strategies for program growth, improvement, and long-term success, including talent recruitment and facility enhancements. I maintain effective teams with longevity and loyalty.
Compliance and Ethics: I ensure that all activities, programs, and instruction adhere to regulatory standards and ethical guidelines, promoting fair play and academic integrity.
Community Engagement: I build strong relationships with the local community, alumni, and supporters, enhancing program, school, and district visibility and support.
Problem-Solving: I address challenges and conflicts effectively, making informed decisions to resolve issues and support the program’s goals.
Overall, I have the ability to blends vision, organization, communication, and strategic thinking to drive the success of the programs I oversee. I believe I would carry these characteristics forward as the next Activities Director of Cody High School.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cody High School
05.2021 - Current
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Developed fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
School Principal
Park County School District 6
08.2015 - Current
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Assistant Principal
Cody Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Participated in athletic scheduling meetings at the middle school conference level.
- Supervised athletic events to ensure proper sportsmanship was adhered to by players, coaches, and fans.
Elementary School Teacher
Sunset Elementary School
08.2004 - 05.2013
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Taught core subjects of math, literacy, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cody High School
05.2004 - 03.2011
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Developed fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
4th Grade Teacher
Highland Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2004
- Taught core subjects of math, science, literacy, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Cody High School
04.2002 - 05.2004
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
4th Grade Teacher
Sunset Elementary School
08.1999 - 05.2003
- Taught core subjects of math, science, literacy, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Assistant Football Coach
Cody High School
- Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
- Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
- Spearheaded fundraising initiatives to fund facility needs, summer camps, and away game travel.
- Managed facilities maintenance and pre-game preparation as well as practices and outreach events.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Online - Phoenix, AZ05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
MSU-Billings
Billings, MT05.1999
Skills
- Physical Conditioning
- Nutrition planning
- Tactical knowledge
- Recruitment Strategies
- Game Analysis
- Practice scheduling
- Safety awareness
- Instructional Leadership
- Fundraising
- Cultural Competency
- School safety
- Student Engagement
- Special Education
- Budget Administration
- Educational staff supervision
- Student achievement
- School Community Relations
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Relationship building and networking
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Organizational Management
- Team Collaboration
- Program implementation
- Financial Leadership
- Schedule oversight
- Community Engagement
- Verbal and written communication
- Game rule understanding
- Coaching meetings
- Game coordination
- Player evaluations
- Equipment management
- Staff Development
- Game Strategy Development
- Performance Improvements
- Emergency Response
- Motivational leadership style
Timeline
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cody High School
05.2021 - Current
School Principal
Park County School District 6
08.2015 - Current
Assistant Principal
Cody Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2015
Elementary School Teacher
Sunset Elementary School
08.2004 - 05.2013
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cody High School
05.2004 - 03.2011
4th Grade Teacher
Highland Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2004
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Cody High School
04.2002 - 05.2004
4th Grade Teacher
Sunset Elementary School
08.1999 - 05.2003
Assistant Football Coach
Cody High School
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
MSU-Billings
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