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Hi, I’m
Jennifer DeJong
Freeport,IL
Summary
Educational leader with extensive experience in managing student conduct systems and enhancing staff development processes. Demonstrated success in resolving high-volume student issues and implementing effective training programs, fostering a collaborative environment that supports student and staff success.
Overview
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Freeport School DistrictFreeport, USA
Principal | Student Conduct & Operations Leader
01.2016 - 01.2026
Job overview
- Led school-wide student conduct and discipline systems, ensuring fair, consistent, and developmentally appropriate outcomes
- Conducted and oversaw investigations into student behavioral incidents, collaborating with families and staff to determine appropriate interventions
- Managed high-volume student issues, prioritizing cases for timely resolution in alignment with district policies to support student well-being
- Developed and facilitated training for staff on behavior management and instructional practices, equipping them with strategies for effective student support
- Supervised and evaluated team of certified and non-certified staff, providing coaching and performance evaluations to enhance professional development
- Designed and implemented systems to improve school operations, including walkthrough tools and staff accountability processes
- Led the transition of an entire school to a new facility within a compressed timeline, maintaining operational continuity
- Partnered with stakeholders to support student success, including teachers, administrators, families, and support personnel
Freeport Middle SchoolFreeport, USA
Interim Assistant Principal
01.2015 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Managed daily school operations, enhancing student discipline, staff supervision, and scheduling effectiveness
- Oversaw student conduct referrals, ensuring consistent policy application and fostering a supportive environment
- Worked with administration to enhance school climate and positively influence student outcomes
Freeport School DistrictFreeport, USA
Instructional Coach
01.2008 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Coached teachers through professional development sessions to enhance instructional effectiveness
- Analyzed data to inform instructional decisions, driving targeted support for student achievement
- Facilitated team collaboration to ensure alignment of curriculum and assessment practices
Tri-County Christian School / Freeport School DistrictFreeport, USA
Middle School English Teacher & Department Chair
01.1999 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Led curriculum development and common assessments for grades 6-8, ensuring alignment with educational standards
- Designed and implemented student-centered instruction aligned to standards, fostering a supportive learning environment
- Managed classroom behavior and enhanced student engagement through structured discipline systems
Education
National Louis UniversityChicago, IL
Master of Education from Educational Leadership
06-2004
Olivet Nazarene UniversityKankakee, IL
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
05-1999
Skills
- Student Conduct & Discipline Systems
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Performance Management & Coaching
- Conflict Resolution & Investigations
- Process Improvement & Workflow Management
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Stakeholder Communication
- Policy Implementation & Compliance
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Student Information Systems
- Data tracking and reporting tools
Certification
- Certified International Multisensory Structured Language Instructor
- Social & Emotional Leadership Foundations (SELF)
- Literacy First Training
- Deloitte Leadership Institute
Technology And Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Student Information Systems (discipline tracking, reporting)
- Data tracking and reporting tools
Timeline
Principal | Student Conduct & Operations Leader
Freeport School District
01.2016 - 01.2026
Interim Assistant Principal
Freeport Middle School
01.2015 - 01.2016
Instructional Coach
Freeport School District
01.2008 - 01.2015
Middle School English Teacher & Department Chair
Tri-County Christian School / Freeport School District
01.1999 - 01.2009
National Louis University
Master of Education from Educational Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education