Jon Yancy
Friendswood,TX
Summary
Experienced educational leader with strong focus on fostering collaborative team environments and driving student success. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and staff mentoring. Known for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting changing needs and achieving results. Highly organized, communicative, and passionate about creating a positive and inclusive school culture.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nichols Mock Elementary: Assistant Principal
Alvin Independent School District
11.2023 - Current
- Responsible for maintaining attendance, where we increased 3% from the previous school year. Oversaw discipline and kept records of parental contact. Led various programs on campus, including Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), Professional Development, and was the Chess Coach. Was the testing coordinator for the school and was responsible for setting up exams, rosters, and schedules for STAAR, MAP, Interims, and district benchmarks.
- Enhanced school climate by implementing positive behavior interventions and supports.
- Created an inclusive environment by promoting respect for diversity among students and staff members alike.
- Coordinated hiring processes for new faculty members, securing highly qualified candidates committed to student success.
Fairview Junior High: Social Studies Instructional Coach
Alvin Independent School District
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Oversaw the Social Studies department, where we ranked last in the district in passing rates when I was brought in in 2021. We grew 10 points in my first year, and by the end of my tenure, we ranked 3rd in the district. Completed coaching cycles for the department to help improve instruction. Set PLC’s and planned for several weeks at a time. Modeled for teachers in need of assistance and provided consistent feedback to provide tools for the teacher’s toolbox.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Alvin Junior High: Social Studies Teacher
Alvin Independent School District
08.2005 - 06.2021
- Responsible for the improvement of the 8th grade curriculum. Helped to write 6th and 7th grade curriculum. Responsible for 8th grade STAAR, where we consistently placed within the top 3 within the district in scores.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Houston Clear Lake
Houston05.2013
Master of Arts - Administration
University of Houston Clear Lake
Houston, TX05.2009
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Houston/Clear Lake
Houston, TX05.2000
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Student needs assessment
- Collaborative learning
- Curriculum development
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Staff development
- Peer evaluation
- English as a second language (ESL)
- Discipline
- Analytical skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Special education
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Principal (Grades EC-12) 05/16/2014 to 01/31/2029
- Secondary History (Grades 6-12) 02/01/2014 to 01/31/2029
- Social Studies Composite 02/01/2014 to 01/31/2029
Timeline
Nichols Mock Elementary: Assistant Principal
Alvin Independent School District
11.2023 - Current
Fairview Junior High: Social Studies Instructional Coach
Alvin Independent School District
07.2021 - 11.2023
Alvin Junior High: Social Studies Teacher
Alvin Independent School District
08.2005 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Houston Clear Lake
Master of Arts - Administration
University of Houston Clear Lake
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Houston/Clear Lake
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