I aspire to work with an organization that is mission driven, well governed, and equitable for all. All people should be seen, known, loved, and respected.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Education
Warner Pacific University
06.2024 - Current
Served as an advocate for departmental needs by effectively communicating with upper-level administration.
Supported grant writing efforts, working with the team to garner faculty support and build collaborative relationships.
Implemented processes to drive curriculum quality and target learning outcomes.
Oversaw accreditation processes, maintaining compliance with institutional standards and ensuring continuous improvement of academic offerings.
Supported strategies and partnerships to increase student recruiting, engagement, and retention.
Optimized operational efficiency and reduced costs by reviewing and redesigning course structures.
Promoted and participated in academic advising activities.
Encouraged diversity initiatives by supporting inclusive hiring practices, fostering an equitable learning environment, and promoting cultural competence among staff members.
Adjunct Supervisor/Professor
Warner Pacific University
08.2023 - Current
Supervise and mentor student teachers
Instructor in the school of education
Conducted performance evaluations for student teachers, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
Demonstrated commitment to the organization's core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to systems and procedures.
Adjunct Supervisor
Portland State University
08.2023 - 06.2024
Supervise and mentor student teachers
Demonstrated commitment to the organization's core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
Conducted performance evaluations for student teachers, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
Gathered, organized, and input information into a digital database.
Superintendent of Catholic Schools
Archdiocese of Portland
01.2019 - 01.2023
Oversight of all schools PK-12 in the Archdiocese
Responsible for Mission and Identity, Governance and Leadership, Academic Excellence, Operational Vitality and Viability, and Accreditation
Collaborated with school leaders on diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in schools
Led school board training, leadership assessment, new leader training, accreditation for continuous school improvement, strategic planning, and search processes for new school leaders
Led transition of one monolingual school to dual immersion model
Worked in development to build relationships with community members, worked as a member of the Catholic schools tuition assistance foundation, and sought grants to further support schools and students
Member of OFIS board throughout the COVID pandemic enhancing collaborative efforts to support student learning
Associate Superintendent of Catholic Schools
Archdiocese of Portland
01.2015 - 01.2019
Director of Mission and Identity, Academic Excellence, Accreditation, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Driven Assessment for students, and Teacher formation
Mentored new school leaders, directed professional development in a variety of areas, including teacher assessment, curriculum design, student assessment practices, mission driven goals, and community building
Facilitated the development of a new accreditation protocol for the WCEA
Principal
St. Matthew Catholic School
01.2007 - 01.2015
Responsible for oversight of PK-8 school in all areas of operation including, mission and Catholic identity, governance and leadership, academic excellence, and operational vitality
Spearheaded and facilitated strategic planning for the school.
Facilitated the addition of a preschool within the first two years of my tenure
Led and facilitated standards-based learning, project-based learning, inclusionary practices, and tiered instruction
Created and maintained operating budget, including tuition assistance program, development, and capital projects.
Education
DOCTOR OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO
INITIAL ADMINISTRATION AND CONTINUING ADMINISTRATION -
LEWIS AND CLARK COLLEGE
MASTER OF ARTS - TEACHING
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND THEOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO
Skills
Collaborative Leadership
Supervision and Mentorship
Organizational Management
Innovative curriculum and instruction
Data-Driven Instructional Leadership
Effective Communication
Project Management
Community Engagement
Advancement and Development
Research and Analysis
Strategic Planning
Organizational Development
Academic administration knowledge
Academic goal advisement
Professionalvolunteerexperiences
Meals on Wheels Volunteer
Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) Commissioner and member of the Board of Directors
National NSBECS Committee (NNC)
Member-committee for the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Oregon Federation of Independent Schools (OFIS), Board of Directors
American Educational Research Association (AERA) member and research reviewer.
Central Catholic High School Board of Directors
Marist Catholic High School Board of Directors
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Dual Immersion School Board of Directors
Member, California Catholic Schools Curriculum Committee
Timeline
Dean of Education
Warner Pacific University
06.2024 - Current
Adjunct Supervisor/Professor
Warner Pacific University
08.2023 - Current
Adjunct Supervisor
Portland State University
08.2023 - 06.2024
Superintendent of Catholic Schools
Archdiocese of Portland
01.2019 - 01.2023
Associate Superintendent of Catholic Schools
Archdiocese of Portland
01.2015 - 01.2019
Principal
St. Matthew Catholic School
01.2007 - 01.2015
INITIAL ADMINISTRATION AND CONTINUING ADMINISTRATION -
LEWIS AND CLARK COLLEGE
MASTER OF ARTS - TEACHING
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND THEOLOGY