Jonathan Scott
Educational Administrator
Rialto,CA
Summary
Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to pulse of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Coordinator
Victor Valley College
Victorville , CA
06.2021 - Current
- Performed application intake of students who are referred to the program. Verifies information that is required by the State and the nature of the student’s disability.
- Forwards information to a Counselor who, in turn will recommend a list of accommodations.
- Coordinates services resulting from accommodation recommendations.
- Administers, monitors and scores various tests and battery materials for assessment of student achievement level and interests.
- Schedules students for testing and review periods. Administers the academic attribute survey to students.
- Arranges and schedules adaptive technology in the classroom as needed. Plans, schedules, and trains students in the use of adaptive technologies.
- Conducts presentations to students about the program and its goals and resources.
- Works with students individually or in small peer groups to enhance their learning often based on an individual education plan or information derived from faculty or counselor’s assessments.
- Provides assistance in the use of equipment and materials needed for instruction as well as orienting students to the laboratory.
- Sets up alternative learning experiences for students as required by course outline and faculty direction.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated part-time staff and volunteers; directed professional development activities.
- Discussed curriculum changes with department staff and principals to facilitate action plans.
- Administered annual student and employee follow-up surveys to discuss with advisory council.
- Constructed supplemental materials for disabled, at-risk, disadvantaged, talented and gifted students.
- Met with parents and instructors to discuss student progress and behavioral or learning issues.
- Examined department needs to construct budget for teacher supplies and materials.
- Conducted weekly groups to support teachers in developing positive behavioral tools and skills.
- Assisted with audits by preparing accounts and providing information.
- Worked closely with human resources (HR) to safeguard confidential employee data.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Adjunct Instructor ASL
Claremont Unified School District
Claremont , CA
06.2016 - 06.2020
- Evaluated students' abilities and offered targeted advice on how to optimize ASL skills.
- Stayed current on ASL practices and available teaching technologies to give students top-notch educational experiences.
- Taught courses at different levels in line with American Sign Language curriculum standards.
- Connected with both novice and advanced students to help improve knowledge and techniques.
- Educated students about foreign cultures through immersive activities.
- Organized and directed special weekend groups and study abroad trips for foreign language students.
- Developed quizzes, exams and assignments to measure student progress and comprehension.
- Implemented technological learning tools to increase student engagement and promote positive learning outcomes.
Manager Director
Commgap Interpreting Services
San Bernardino , CA
09.2016 - 02.2018
- Completed professional development courses to improve field knowledge and advance interpretation abilities.
- Assisted with professional communication between individuals with hearing impairments.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Maintained contact with clients and assisted in developing procedures to identify and track value-added services.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Developed reports to outline project status, budget data and other information.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Supervised and/or directed the work of over eight professional, intern, and paraprofessional staff
- Accomplished financial objectives by forecasting requirements, scheduling expenditures and preparing annual budgets.
Sign Language Interpreter & Instructional Aid
Riverside County Office of Education
Riverside , CA
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Interpreted conversations, instruction and meetings for student.
- Assisted with professional communication between individuals with hearing impairments.
- Contributed to planning process to help those with hearing impairment better function in environments.
- Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients.
- Interpreted conference calls and other workplace communications in real-time.
- Verified accuracy by double-checking translations of technical terms and terminology.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Traveled with or guided tourists who speak another language to appreciate context and culture of foreign setting.
Sign Language School Site Translator
Upland High School
Upland , CA
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Cultivated dynamic relationships with students, parents and guardians by serving as school resource.
- Encouraged educators and staff to achieve professional best by offering guidance.
- Attended team building and strengthening exercises to build trust and loyalty among team members.
- Educated students on spelling, grammar and language rules through developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Attended professional development training to improve knowledge and skills.
- Conducted multiple assessments in compliance with district and state requirements to monitor and increase reading and writing skills.
- Promoted translation accuracy by referring to reference dictionaries, lexicons or computerized terminology banks.
Education Coordinator
Hope Academy Charter School
Rialto , CA
09.2014 - 12.2015
- Created reports and other types of documentation, which often contained sensitive and confidential data.
- Maintained confidential student documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Created and maintained accurate and confidential patient files according to regulatory mandates.
- Administered annual student and employee follow-up surveys to discuss with advisory council.
- Discussed curriculum changes with department staff and principals to facilitate action plans.
- Managed front office customer service, appointment management, billing and administration tasks to streamline workflow.
- Examined department needs to construct budget for teacher supplies and materials.
- Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
- Counseled students on personal, academic, vocational and behavioral issues and actualized plans to remove obstacles to success.
- Coached teachers to improve instructional practices through professional development, modeling instructional strategies and feedback.
- Met with parents and instructors to discuss student progress and behavioral or learning issues.
Educational Director
Fontana Unified School District
Fontana , CA
08.2011 - 09.2015
- Managed program operations and provided strategic leadership for all workers.
- Planned and conducted strategy meetings to brainstorm new ideas and deliver program and milestone updates.
- Collaborated with various parties involved in program to evaluate successes and failures as well as develop new partnerships and make proactive changes.
- Designed and implemented standard operating procedures in various departments for optimal efficiency.
- Developed and monitored budgets for AVID Tutor program.
- Advised teaching staff and administration about curriculum development and use of material and equipment.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Education Coordinator
Norton Aeronautics Space Academy
San Bernardino , CA
08.2013 - 09.2014
- Coordinated development of training materials, including manuals, standard operating procedures and employee handbooks.
- Evaluated training materials prepared by instructors and offered actionable suggestions for improvement.
- Scheduled training sessions based on availability of classrooms, equipment and instructors.
- Administered course content, schedules and attendance utilizing learning management system (LMS).
- Monitored training costs and prepared budget reports to justify expenditures.
- Completed early interventions to get head start on issues before students joined elementary school classes.
- Coached teachers to improve instructional practices through professional development, modeling instructional strategies and feedback.
Education Coordinator
Fontana Unified School District
Fontana , CA
02.2008 - 06.2013
- Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
- Enabled students to improve reading and writing skills through effective teaching of comprehension tactics.
- Developed training materials, such as handouts, study materials and quizzes.
- Assessed student progress at each session, making recommendations that increased effectiveness of tutoring and lessons.
- Prepared for tutoring appointments by learning about key topics and planning out structured activities.
- Traveled to students' homes, libraries and schools to conduct tutoring sessions.
- Collaborated with students to identify educational goals and initiated strategies to keep plans on track.
- Compiled and studied educational and economic information to assist individuals in determining vocational and educational objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2021
Master of Arts - Counseling And Student Services
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05.2023
Master of Science - Higher Education Administration
Southern New Hampshire
New Hampshire, OH05.2024
Skills
- Product procurement & Grant Writing
- Leadership capabilities
- Purchase Request
- Signage updates
- Vendor Quotes & Purchases
- Report writing & Data Analysis
- Events requirements gathering
- Supervision & People Management
- Administrative support specialist
- Employee Evaluation
- Social Media Management
- Budgeting
- QuickBooks
- Student Confidential Reporting
- ADA Disability Laws
- Motivational speaking
- Recruiting
- PeopleSoft HRMS
- Project Planning
- College recruiting
- Knowledge of California Community College’s Mission & Vision for Success
- Resource Allocation
- Human Resources Oversight
- Supplier Monitoring
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Client Relationships
- Team Collaboration
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Budget Management
- Management Team Building
- Operations Oversight
- School Administration
Languages
Sign language
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certified American Sign Language Interpreter with ESSE Certification
Volunteer Work
- Pursuit of Excellence Committee Caring Campus For California Community Colleges
- Building Emergency Coordinator & Campus Safety Committee
- Community College Graduation Committee
- Grant Writer & Budget Writer for Campus Wide Emergency Equipment
- WASC Accreditation Team
- American Sign Language Club
- Public Speaker & Educational Presenter
- Head Coach for high school Girls Basketball & Football Team
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Educational Coordinator
Victor Valley College
06.2021 - Current
Sign Language Interpreter & Instructional Aid
Riverside County Office of Education
10.2020 - 02.2021
Manager Director
Commgap Interpreting Services
09.2016 - 02.2018
Adjunct Instructor ASL
Claremont Unified School District
06.2016 - 06.2020
Sign Language School Site Translator
Upland High School
01.2016 - 06.2016
Education Coordinator
Hope Academy Charter School
09.2014 - 12.2015
Education Coordinator
Norton Aeronautics Space Academy
08.2013 - 09.2014
Educational Director
Fontana Unified School District
08.2011 - 09.2015
Education Coordinator
Fontana Unified School District
02.2008 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona
Master of Arts - Counseling And Student Services
University of Southern California
Master of Science - Higher Education Administration
Southern New Hampshire
- Certified American Sign Language Interpreter with ESSE Certification
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