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Joseph M. Flynn
Wallingford,Pennsylvania
Summary
Experienced education leader with strong focus on fostering collaborative environments and driving student success. Skilled in curriculum development, staff mentoring, and conflict resolution. Known for adaptability, reliability, and commitment to meeting evolving needs of both students and faculty. Equipped to make significant impact through effective team management and strategic planning.
Diligent [Desired Position] with proven track record in educational leadership and student development. Successfully implemented programs that enhanced student performance and supported teacher growth. Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative environment and effectively manage administrative tasks.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Principal of High School Program at Davidson School
Elwyn Inc.
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Responsible for the supervision of 18 classrooms with various diagnosis (autism, emotional support, intellectual disabilities)
- Ensure compliance with all related federal and state documents that ensure delivery of special education services to 100 students
- Provide EL support to five students at the Davidson School identified with limited English language proficiency
Supervisor of Autistic Support/School Age Program
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with various temporary work agencies to employ support staff for students and classroom staff
- Coordinated accommodations and supported students diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and their families
- Assisted colleagues in coordinating outside agencies to procure medical, education and respite services for families, assisted local magistrate in legal issues impacting students
- Completed observation and corresponding professional evaluation for eleven new staff members, assisting in the delivery of the New Teacher Induction program for recent professional hires
Supervisor of Act 89 and Government Programs
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
12.2016 - 08.2022
- Oversaw 7.4-million-dollar budget (state and federal grant funds) dedicated for the academic and behavioral support of students in 50 non-public schools in Delaware County
- Redesigned service delivery model to reflect changing enrollment trends and limited government funding
- The program was recognized by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia as a critical piece in the county’s Catholic schools in attaining the highest language arts scores in the five-county region
- Assisted non-public school principals in completing state and federal grants for COVID relief and school safety materials
- Served as the lead in an initiative to train professional staff to obtain certification in the Wilson Reading Program Level I certification to effectively address learning loss due to COVID as well as offer a fee-for-service program to generate revenue for the Intermediate Unit
- First year revenue exceeded $200,000
Director of Head Start/Early Head Start
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
06.2013 - 12.2016
- Managed annual budgets of approximately 7.4 million dollars that provided services to 1,000 students and employment to 180 teachers, social workers and support personnel
- Lead grant writer in securing the Early Head Start (EHS) Child Care Partnership grant, awarding the first Early Head Start grant in Delaware County, offering EHS services in private childcare centers
- Authored the majority of our agency’s re-competition grant in 2014 that expanded the program to include Early Head Start in two Delaware County Head Start centers
- Secured $160,000 for the purchase of an early childhood education curriculum, renowned for increasing student learning outcomes when delivered with fidelity
- Conducted evaluations with professional staff, including professional improvement plans that either lead to increased classroom performance or job removal
- Increased supervision of professional staff to ensure effective delivery of curriculum
- Instituted a data driven model of instruction for preschool learners
- Met Head Start performance goals which marked improvement from the previous program audit
- Worked with Crozer Medical to bolster mental health support for students
- Worked in tandem with Head Start families to establish and attain family goals
Supervisor of Educational Program, Lima Detention Center
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
05.2012 - 06.2013
- Created the first program system guide that delineated faculty boundaries at the county’s detention center
- Expanded the instructional blocks to increase learning time for students
- Conducted all professional evaluations, implemented performance improvement plans as necessary
- Worked in collaboration with local school districts to ensure adjudicated students were receiving instruction aligned to district’s curricula
Supervisor of English Language Learners Program
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
01.2011 - 06.2013
- Managed an annual budget of 3.75 million dollars that offered English as a Second Language services to approximately 450 students in Delaware County
- In collaboration with direct supervisor, revamp the delivery system of ESL services to 10 public school districts in Delaware County, resulting in erasing a $250,000 operation shortage within twelve months
- Provided value added services to sustain client interest in program services
- Initiated the collection of benchmark data to chart student progress
- Exceeded WIDA program achievement goals in 2011, 2012 and 2013
Principal, Glenolden School
Interboro School District
04.2005 - 01.2011
- Provided educational leadership and behavioral support in a Grade 1-8 setting for approximately 650 students each year
- Met Pennsylvania Department of Education Annual Yearly Progress goals from 2006-2010
- Introduced the first data-driven/informed model of instruction within the district in 2005-06 school year
- Recognized by the DCIU for attaining the greatest academic gains in PSSA scores in 2007 and 2009 within Delaware County
- In collaboration with the school leadership team, created a Positive Behavior Support program that impacted school culture, eliminating suspensions by 94%
- Conducted annual performance reviews for 50 educators, implementing professional improvement plans when necessary
- Worked in conjunction with parent groups to ensure our school’s culture embraced all members of the Glenolden community
Dean of Students, Glenolden School
Interboro School District
09.2003 - 04.2005
- Responsible for the appropriate implementation of the student handbook regarding the Student Code of Conduct
- Created a community-based service program to address repeated conduct offenses among middle school students
- Tracked student discipline forms to chart time, day, nature of infraction and teacher referral to determine preventive measures to abate future offenses
Social Students Teacher
Interboro School District
09.1988 - 08.2003
- Delivered American History (1620-1865) and Geography instruction to 7th and 8th grade students
- Coordinated field trips, initiated annual community service projects and extra-curricular activities for middle school students
- Served the district as department chairperson from 1993-2003
- Served in the leadership role in two textbook selection committees as well as revising Social Studies Curriculum Grades K-12 in 2005
- Recognized in Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers in 1994, 1996, 2000, 2002, 2004
In-School Suspension Supervisor
Interboro School District
12.1987 - 06.1988
- Responsible for monitoring students who were serving in-school suspension
- Required to maintain order and ensure completion of academic assignments given to students
Education
No Degree - K-12 Principal Certificate
Immaculata University
Malvern, PA08-2000
Master of Arts - Education
Widener University
Chester, PA08-1994
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Social Studies
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA12-1987
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
Accomplishments
Authored the grant award that introduced Early Head Start programming to community-based child care centers, the first for Delaware County (2015).
Certification
PDE Secondary Social Studies Level II
PDE ESL Program Certification Level II
PDE K-12 Principal Certification Level II
Timeline
Assistant Principal of High School Program at Davidson School
Elwyn Inc.
09.2023 - 11.2024
Supervisor of Autistic Support/School Age Program
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
08.2022 - 01.2023
Supervisor of Act 89 and Government Programs
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
12.2016 - 08.2022
Director of Head Start/Early Head Start
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
06.2013 - 12.2016
Supervisor of Educational Program, Lima Detention Center
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
05.2012 - 06.2013
Supervisor of English Language Learners Program
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
01.2011 - 06.2013
Principal, Glenolden School
Interboro School District
04.2005 - 01.2011
Dean of Students, Glenolden School
Interboro School District
09.2003 - 04.2005
Social Students Teacher
Interboro School District
09.1988 - 08.2003
In-School Suspension Supervisor
Interboro School District
12.1987 - 06.1988
PDE Secondary Social Studies Level II
PDE ESL Program Certification Level II
PDE K-12 Principal Certification Level II
No Degree - K-12 Principal Certificate
Immaculata University
Master of Arts - Education
Widener University
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Social Studies
Temple University
Work Availability
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Affiliations
- Member of ASCD
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home optionPersonal development programsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchSoftware
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Reading American History, Music, Wood Working,
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