Jenna O’Callaghan
Homer Glen,IL
Summary
Dedicated Educational Administrator adept at supporting and enhancing teacher success with effective training and mentoring. An effective communicator skilled at developing and implementing academic programs to create high-quality learning environments. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Valley View School District 365U
2018.09 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Developed comprehensive assessment systems to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
Elementary School Teacher
Summit Hill School District 161
2003.08 - 2018.09
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL12.2017
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.2003
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Student achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Staff Development
- Curriculum Development
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Valley View School District 365U
2018.09 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Summit Hill School District 161
2003.08 - 2018.09
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of St. Francis
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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