JOSEPH WATTERS
Kyle,TX
Summary
Throughout my career, I have had a variety of experiences in education. I have worked in large schools and small schools, public and private, traditional and virtual. In every school, I have recruited, selected, and developed strong candidates for teaching and administrative positions. I have been able to lead and motivate teachers toward a productive result. I have created customized presentations, provided training and group facilitation to meet specific professional development needs and have moved teachers to their “learning edge” to develop new thinking and innovative educational practices. In every situation, we established Professional Learning Communities that have the ability and desire to make data driven decisions with regards to the education of the students. Our School Improvement Team was established with the ability to communicate positive vision for school improvement. We have designed and implemented a balanced budget with the emphasis on student achievement. The most rewarding part of my career has been initiating the STEM program at St. Mary School. The students are excited about learning through hands on activities. Much of the success comes from community involvement in our mentoring program, financial support from local business, and the support of our parents. We have students choose our school specifically for the STEM program. We hosted FTC qualifying events at Ferris State University and FLL here at St. Mary School.
Self-motivated school administrator with assertive and outcome-driven nature. Independent worker remains extremely calm in most pressure situations. Skilled educator with over 18 years of experience leading school staff members and education programs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
St. Ignatius Martyr Catholic School
08.2021 - Current
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
Principal
St. Mary Catholic School
07.2012 - 07.2021
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Adjunct Professor
Ferris State University
08.2015 - 01.2021
- Taught Mathematics courses, providing instruction to undergraduate students.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
Principal
St. Johns School
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
Principal
Saint Michael the Archangel High School
12.2008 - 06.2010
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
- Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
- Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
Principal
All Saints Central High School
08.2006 - 12.2008
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
Education
Master of Education in Administration -
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Physical EducationMathematics
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI01.1982
Skills
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Staff Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Training and mentoring
- Community Engagement
- Staff Development
- School Community Relations
- Strategic leadership
Certification
- Texas Principal Certificate, 2026
- Texas Teaching Certificate –Provisional, Life
Affiliations
- American Association of School Administrators
- Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development
- American Education Research Association
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Specific Skills
Supervised STEM program focusing on robotics, Initiated an in-school STEM program, Lead K-8 STEM program, FIRST Tech Challenge, FIRST Lego League, FIRST Lego League Jr., Introduced Maker Space which includes two 3D printers, Affiliated with the e-NABLE program to print prosthetic hands for disadvantaged youth, Participated in the MACUL Student Technology Showcase for the past five years, Coached the FTC team 7837. Qualified for State Championship five of seven years, Article featuring STEM program in the upcoming March issue of Faith Magazine, Awarded the “Key to the City” for outstanding tests scores, Honorable Mention National Catholic High School Honor Roll 2008, Grants from several sources to assist in special projects, Analyzed data to determine trends and make predictions about results, Coordinated all standardized tests including Advanced Placement, Increased test scores at each school as principal, Supervised curriculum development and alignment for all subjects, Taught all levels of high school mathematics, including special populations, Worked with special education to determine student eligibility and design interventions, Participated in Capitol Campaign to fund new Boiler System, Applied and received grants for developing special programs, Acquired community participation in several major fundraising projects, Coordinated nation-wide fundraising effort for new curriculum, Established outreach programs with local homeless shelter and nursing homes, Analyzed future needs for staffing, Ensure appropriate staffing qualifications including fingerprinting and VIRTUS training, Supervise and evaluate teachers on a regular basis., Established opportunities for Individual development of deficient areas, Lead the successful accreditation team, Promoted the School-wide Stem program, Lead the successful implementation of the parent communication/grade book program, Established a Virtual High School lab to address the need for more Advanced Placement, Supervised and managed construction project for new classrooms, Supervised the development of a School Improvement Team and Plan, Established process for continuing professional development, Assist teachers in making appropriate opportunities for individual learning differences., Develop the faculty/staff and in particular in the orientation of new teachers and staff members., Developed and implemented Professional Training programs for teachers, Developed/encouraged a Professional Learning Communities, Facilitated the Protecting God’s Children Program
Grants
- General Mills Hometown Grant, 2020
- Touchstone Energy, 2020
- American Aeronautics FLL Grant, 2019, 2018
- E-NABLE 3d Printer, Touchstone Energy, December 2016
- FIRST Tech Challenge Grant. FIRST, August 2016
- Be Nice Program, MCYAC, August 2016
- Professional Development Grant, June 2012, June 2013
- Virtual High School Grant, Dow Corning, May 2007, May 2010
- Professional Development Grant, August 2007, November 2008
- Center for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching, August 2008, November 2008
Timeline
Principal
St. Ignatius Martyr Catholic School
08.2021 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Ferris State University
08.2015 - 01.2021
Principal
St. Mary Catholic School
07.2012 - 07.2021
Principal
St. Johns School
07.2011 - 06.2012
Principal
Saint Michael the Archangel High School
12.2008 - 06.2010
Principal
All Saints Central High School
08.2006 - 12.2008
Master of Education in Administration -
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor of Science - Physical EducationMathematics
Central Michigan University
- Texas Principal Certificate, 2026
- Texas Teaching Certificate –Provisional, Life
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