Katie L. Russell
Higginsville,MO
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.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Odessa R-7, Odessa Upper Elementary
08.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student behavior through effective collaboration on classroom management techniques.
- Utilized school data to drive informed decision-making aligned with educational standards.
- Facilitated strategic planning initiatives to boost school performance and culture.
- Guided new educators in instructional practices, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Addressed student behavior concerns to maintain a positive school culture.
- Conducted classroom evaluations to assess teaching strategies and overall effectiveness.
Assistant Principal/Process Coordinator
Odessa R-7 School District
08.2020 - 07.2024
- Achieved positive academic environment by partnering with principal on building goals.
- Enhanced teaching quality through supervision and professional development for staff.
- Enforced discipline policies to maintain student behavior and create a safe environment.
- Facilitated strategies for general education teachers to support students with IEPs.
- Managed hiring, training, and disciplinary actions in compliance with legal standards.
- Communicated regularly with parents to address children's concerns and needs.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Odessa R-7 School District
08.2012 - 07.2020
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Curriculum Team: Worked with various grade levels to align curriculum and update lessons to meet shifts in Missouri Learning Standards.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Education
Specialist - Superintendency
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO12.2023
Master of Science - Educational Administration
William Woods University
Fulton, MO12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (1-6)
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO05.2012
Skills
- Personnel Management (teachers, paraprofessionals, custodians, childcare)
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Formative and Summative Evaluations using NEE
- Management of disciplinary actions
- Program Implementation and Monitoring: iReady
- Academic and Behavioral Interventions: Tiers 1, 2, 3
- Proactive behavior management approaches
- Special Education Evaluations and IEP Development
- Managing Special Education Compliance
- Student and parent relations
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Odessa R-7, Odessa Upper Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Assistant Principal/Process Coordinator
Odessa R-7 School District
08.2020 - 07.2024
Fifth Grade Teacher
Odessa R-7 School District
08.2012 - 07.2020
Specialist - Superintendency
Northwest Missouri State University
Master of Science - Educational Administration
William Woods University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (1-6)
University of Central Missouri