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John M. Newton, JR

Cambridge,MN

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at several schools, including Ljubljana International School most recently, excelling in strategic planning and accreditation management. I have worked closely with my boards to develop exceptional governance policies that stay focused on vision. Renowned for fostering collaboration and enhancing student engagement, I leverage strong relational skills to build partnerships with students, faculty, parents and the community, driving exceptional educational outcomes in diverse cultural environments.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of School

Ljubljana International School
06.2020 - 06.2023
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance educational programs and student outcomes.
  • Fostered a collaborative environment among faculty, staff, and administration to promote shared goals.
  • Led accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with international education standards and best practices.
  • Engaged with parents and community stakeholders to strengthen school partnerships and support networks.
  • Guided strategic planning efforts for long-term visioning and goal-setting within the school community.
  • Developed a positive school culture by fostering strong relationships among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
  • Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
  • Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of Number students and Number instructors.
  • Founding Head of School
  • Implementation of PYP an MYP

Head of School

Quality Schools International
06.2019 - 06.2020

Same as above- QSI announced school closure in April 2020, due to pandemic and headquarters move to Malta.

Teacher Recruitment

Quality Schools International
07.2016 - 01.2019
  • Assisted with teacher recruitment process by participating in interviews and reviewing applicant qualifications against program requirements.
  • Enhanced volunteer recruitment efforts by developing promotional materials and attending networking events.
  • Helped coordinate efforts between general education teachers and special education staff members ensuring seamless integration into various settings throughout the day.
  • Assisted in recruitment efforts to hire qualified individuals committed to upholding organizational values while delivering exceptional service in their roles as correctional officers or administrators.
  • Monitored social media and facilitated criminal background checks.

Head of School

Almaty International School
02.2013 - 06.2016

Similar to above schools

Left to care for spouse with cancer.

Head of School

Mountain Lake Christian
12.2005 - 06.2012

Founded in 1901 as a German - speaking elementary school.

Head of School

Southwest Christian High School
02.1996 - 06.2004

Founding Head of School

Vibrant Learning community with very strong academics, music, sports and Christian discipleship integrated throughout.

History Teacher - Grades 7-12

Cambridge Christian School, Chapel Hill Academy
09.1985 - 02.1996

Education

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MN
06.1989

Social Studies Education Gr 7-12

Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN
06.1985

Social Sciences

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
06.1974

Skills

    Relational

    Visionary

    Strategic Thinker

    Wholistic

  • Accreditation management
  • Student engagement
  • Parental communication
  • Collaboration
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Counseling techniques

Timeline

Head of School

Ljubljana International School
06.2020 - 06.2023

Head of School

Quality Schools International
06.2019 - 06.2020

Teacher Recruitment

Quality Schools International
07.2016 - 01.2019

Head of School

Almaty International School
02.2013 - 06.2016

Head of School

Mountain Lake Christian
12.2005 - 06.2012

Head of School

Southwest Christian High School
02.1996 - 06.2004

History Teacher - Grades 7-12

Cambridge Christian School, Chapel Hill Academy
09.1985 - 02.1996

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

University of St. Thomas

Social Studies Education Gr 7-12

Bemidji State University

Social Sciences

University of Minnesota
John M. Newton, JR