Kathryn A. Olmsted McIntyre
82 Knowlton Ave, Kenmore,NY
Summary
Experienced and visionary leader with 18+ years of expertise in creating a positive work environment, driving innovative initiatives, and nurturing donor relationships. Skilled at actively engaging families and fostering community involvement within a local independent school setting. Seeking to utilize strong leadership abilities to propel organizational growth in a new role.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Family Engagement and Philanthropy
Nichols School
07.2024 - Current
- Built and maintained positive, collaborative relationships with families, community leaders, and stakeholders, resulting in a 25% increase in family engagement.
- Created and led initiatives that supported family involvement in educational activities and decision-making, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging.
- Developed strategic fundraising initiatives for maximizing parent contributions which led to an overall increase of more than 60% in parent-led giving.
- Collaborated with school leaders to implement programs that cater to diverse family needs, promoting equity and accessibility within the educational community.
- Led the planning and execution of family-centered events, fundraisers, and workshops, consistently drawing high attendance and engagement, enhancing visibility, and community impact.
- Established clear communication channels between families, schools, and partners, ensuring alignment on goals and transparency in the use of funds and program updates.
- Created metrics and reporting mechanisms to track family engagement and philanthropic outcomes, providing data-driven insights for continuous improvement.
- Partnered with leadership to identify and meet emerging family and student needs, driving organizational change that aligns with philanthropic objectives and family-centered goals.
- Collaborated with marketing and communications teams to create compelling fundraising materials that resonated with diverse audiences.
Principal
St. Amelia School
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Trained 40+ teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Collaborated with school board and other key stakeholders to develop five year strategic plan.
- Verified adherence to state, federal and private funding source requirements across programs and outcomes.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities for student body of 460+ students.
- Developed and managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
Assistant Principal for Advancement
St. Gregory The Great School
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
- Developed plan to reopen school for full time instruction under NYS and Erie Country guidelines for COVID-19.
Director of Mission Advancement
Saints Peter and Paul School
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Accomplished a tremendous increase in Kindergarten enrollment via a 75% retention rate from on-campus preschool classes, up from a retention rate of less than 10%.
- Crafted all material for print marketing and social media marketing.
- Managed social media pages and communications with external media, focused on integrity of school's mission and vision.
- Oversaw the research, design, and execution of a three year strategic plan for Ss. Peter and Paul School.
- Guided an increase in communication between faith community stakeholders by collaborating on various school and church events.
Interim Principal
Saints Peter and Paul School
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Produced and disseminated weekly parent communications in both print and email formats.
- Oversaw the reporting and distribution of student progress reports.
- Conducted teacher observations and provided feedback.
- Administered various consequences resulting from poor student behavior.
- Led faculty and teacher team meetings.
- Guided faculty through process to support students on home instruction ahead of COVID-19 pandemic.
Teacher
Potomac Falls High School
08.2009 - 06.2012
- Instructed classroom lessons with a variety of teaching methods including: differentiation, critical thinking skills, cooperative learning, compare/contrast, prediction, student led discussion, and peer collaboration.
- Attended professional development conferences and workshops in order to enhance classroom teaching.
- Lead Advisory Committee in creating Advisory lesson plans for the 2010-2011 school year.
Social Studies Department Chairperson
Forest Middle School
08.2008 - 06.2009
- Organized and conducted monthly department meetings.
- Maintained the department budget and approved expenditures.
- Oversaw Data Day activities for the Social Studies department; i.e In-depth equity analysis of benchmark data.
- Created, secured funds for, and implemented an after school SOL (Standards of Learning) Social Studies tutoring program for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.
- Used AYP data from the Forest Middle School Comprehensive School Plan to develop Social Studies department annual goals.
Teacher
Forest Middle School
08.2006 - 06.2009
- Instructed classroom lessons with a variety of teaching methods including: differentiation, critical thinking skills, cooperative learning, compare/contrast, prediction, student led discussion, problem-solution chart/discussions, and peer collaboration
- Attended professional development conferences and workshops in order to enhance classroom teaching
- Wrote and received a $500 Teacher Vision Grant from American Electric Power Company
- Forest Middle School Teacher of the Year Nominee, 2008-2009 school year.
Education
Master of Education - Administration and Supervision
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Adolescence Social Studies Education, Grades 5-12
Canisius College
Buffalo, NY05.2006
Bachelor of Arts with Honors - History
Canisius College
Buffalo, NY05.2006
Skills
- Budget Development
- Cultural Competency
- Opportunities Identification
- Policy Development
- Stakeholder Management
- Operational Budgets Preparation
- Donor Relations
Professional Memberships And Development
- Catholic School Administrators Association of New York State
- Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
Certification
- New York State Certification, Social Studies Education Grades 5-12, 09/2006
- Virginia State Certification, History and Social Science Grades 5-12, 07/2006
- Virginia State Certification, Administration and Supervision, 06/2009
Timeline
Director of Family Engagement and Philanthropy
Nichols School
07.2024 - Current
Principal
St. Amelia School
01.2021 - 06.2024
Assistant Principal for Advancement
St. Gregory The Great School
08.2020 - 12.2020
Interim Principal
Saints Peter and Paul School
01.2020 - 03.2020
Director of Mission Advancement
Saints Peter and Paul School
07.2018 - 08.2020
Teacher
Potomac Falls High School
08.2009 - 06.2012
Social Studies Department Chairperson
Forest Middle School
08.2008 - 06.2009
Teacher
Forest Middle School
08.2006 - 06.2009
- New York State Certification, Social Studies Education Grades 5-12, 09/2006
- Virginia State Certification, History and Social Science Grades 5-12, 07/2006
- Virginia State Certification, Administration and Supervision, 06/2009
Master of Education - Administration and Supervision
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Arts - Adolescence Social Studies Education, Grades 5-12
Canisius College
Bachelor of Arts with Honors - History
Canisius College
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