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Joia Crossley

Bourbonnais,IL

Summary

Educational leader with 12+ years of experience in enhancing student achievement through effective academic and behavioral interventions. Skilled in strategic planning and curriculum development, fostering collaboration among educators. Focused on improving school performance using data-driven decision-making and clear communication. Proven ability to implement initiatives that drive measurable results in educational settings.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal

Kankakee School District
Kankakee, IL
01.2025 - Current
  • Created plans for professional development activities aimed at elevating teacher performance.
  • Evaluated current teaching techniques to provide constructive feedback on effectiveness.
  • Oversaw execution of district initiatives such as technology integration and behavioral support systems.
  • Led faculty in curriculum development, assessment practices, and professional growth initiatives.
  • Administered budgeting for school operations, focusing on hiring, supply acquisition, and facility upgrades.

Teacher

Kankakee School Distruct 111
Kankakee, USA
08.2012 - Current
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
  • Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
  • Perform administrative duties such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
  • Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
  • Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees, as required.
  • Coordinate and supervise extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.

Personal Care Technician

State of Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services
, USA
06.2002 - Current
  • Prepare and maintain records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
  • Participate in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and plan for continuing services.

Assistant Principal

Kankakee School District
Kankakee, IL
06.2020 - 01.2024
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, lesson plan reviews, and feedback from parents and students.
  • Developed and enforced school policies to promote student achievement and safety.
  • Collaborated with district administrators on curriculum development initiatives to enhance educational standards.
  • Monitored student behavior and discipline in alignment with district regulations.
  • Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols by staff during school events.
  • Attended conferences focused on educational leadership and policy-making trends.
  • Facilitated feedback sessions to drive teacher performance improvements through constructive discussions.

Education

M.A. - Principal Leadership

GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY
University Park, IL
08.2019

M.A. - Curriculum and Instruction

OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
Bourbonnais, IL
08.2013

B.S. - Elementary Education

OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
Bourbonnais, IL
08.2011

Skills

  • Data analysis and coordination
  • Curriculum development and instruction
  • Event coordination and management
  • Leadership and decision-making
  • Feedback provision and behavior management
  • Student assessment and engagement
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • ESL Certification
  • Montesorri Trained

References

  • DR. LARRY GRAY, PRINCIPAL, DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS, (313) 715-1992, larry.gray@detroitk12.org, Former Principal
  • MS. LATRICE GRANT, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, JESSE WHITE LEARNING ACADEMY, (815) 549-1079, lajohns3@gmail.com, Former Instructional Coach

Timeline

Principal

Kankakee School District
01.2025 - Current

Assistant Principal

Kankakee School District
06.2020 - 01.2024

Teacher

Kankakee School Distruct 111
08.2012 - Current

Personal Care Technician

State of Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services
06.2002 - Current

M.A. - Principal Leadership

GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY

M.A. - Curriculum and Instruction

OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY

B.S. - Elementary Education

OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY

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