Jennifer Hamilton
Normal,IL
Summary
Results-oriented Superintendent with expertise in financial planning and resource allocation. Skilled in leading initiatives that improve educational outcomes and maximize operational efficiency while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent of Schools
Ohio Elementary School District #17 & Ohio High School District #505
Ohio, IL
07.2016 - 07.2025
- Enhanced student achievement levels through the development of comprehensive curriculum frameworks and assessment methods and increased student achievement scores.
- Oversaw the successful completion of major facilities upgrades, maximizing energy efficiency and enhancing the overall learning environment for students and staff alike.
- Facilitated collaboration among stakeholders to align curriculum with state standards.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to optimize resource allocation and student performance.
- Developed comprehensive professional development programs for staff to improve teaching practices.
- Oversaw budget management and financial planning to ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability, while reducing the tax rate each year.
Superintendent of Schools
Damiansville Elementary School District #62
Damiansville, IL
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Directed assessment and evaluation frameworks to monitor student achievement and program effectiveness.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement, driving initiatives that improved instructional practices and outcomes across all schools in the district.
- Developed strong leadership teams within each school to facilitate collaboration, communication, and shared decision-making among staff members.
- Implemented rigorous teacher evaluation systems that facilitated ongoing feedback on instructional practices and supported professional growth opportunities for educators in the district.
- Reduced budget deficits by identifying cost-saving measures and discrepancies within Damiansville SD financial records while maintaining high-quality educational programs for students.
Counselor, Assistant and Associate Principal
McLean County Unit 5 School District
Normal, IL
08.1996 - 07.2015
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to support student emotional well-being.
- Developed and implemented personalized academic plans for at-risk students.
- Collaborated with educators to identify and address student behavioral concerns.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help students develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Evaluated certified and noncertified staff members.
- Facilitated curriculum task forces; aligning core curriculum with common core requirements.
- Provided direct supervision of the custodial/maintenance staff.
Education
Master of Science - Social Science Education
Illinois State University
Normal, ILMaster of Science - School Counseling
Illinois State University
Normal, ILMaster of Arts - Education Administration
Illinois State University
Normal, ILSkills
- Instructional leadership
- Organizational management
- School safety
- Legal compliance
- Facilities management
- Business planning
- Financial administration
Certification
Social Science Teaching Certificate, Type 73 (Counseling), Type 75 (Administration) and School Superintendent
Timeline
Superintendent of Schools
Ohio Elementary School District #17 & Ohio High School District #505
07.2016 - 07.2025
Superintendent of Schools
Damiansville Elementary School District #62
07.2015 - 07.2016
Counselor, Assistant and Associate Principal
McLean County Unit 5 School District
08.1996 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Social Science Education
Illinois State University
Master of Science - School Counseling
Illinois State University
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Illinois State University