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Keith D. Yarger
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Keith D. Yarger

Manager
Tempe,USA

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Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

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Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany Culture

Summary

Dynamic Human Resources leader with a proven track record in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and driving strategic objectives. Expertise in developing efficient processes that uphold high standards while aligning initiatives with organizational goals. Recognized for fostering collaboration and a commitment to excellence, consistently delivering results that enhance workplace culture and performance. Passionate about leveraging HR practices to support organizational growth and employee engagement.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Scottsdale Supervisor/Manager

West Pharmaceuticals
05.2020 - Current
  • Budget planning for both materials and for employees
  • Cross-functional programming including resource planning, supply chain, and quality
  • Proactively provide and identify talent and continuously develop new and existing team
  • Provide effective communication to all stakeholders
  • Implement effective production targets and achieve targets
  • Oversee and approve all time for employees along with overtime
  • Provide timely and meaningful evaluations and feedback
  • Present at site based and Global leadership meetings
  • Train both new and existing employees for production line and learning management
  • Drive safety procedures and culture for accident and injury to minimal occurrences
  • Provide appropriate and timely investigations on any employee related event
  • Provide insight through conducting Gemba walks
  • Input and discuss yearly pay increase with each employee based on evaluations and performance rating

Instruction as Professor in Education

Wilson University
01.2014 - Current
  • Student Teacher Supervisor/Advisor
  • Creating Inclusive Classrooms: Effective and Reflective Practices (undergraduate course and CPE course)
  • Evaluation and Assessments (undergraduate course and CPE course)
  • Effective Classrooms Management (undergraduate course and CPE course)
  • Inclusion and Co-Teaching Strategies (CPE course)
  • Multicultural Education and differentiated instructional strategies (CPE course)
  • School Law and Teachers (CPE course)
  • Teaching Reading to Struggling Learners (CPE course)
  • Teaching Mathematics to Struggling Learners (CPE course)
  • Guided Reading: Making Reading Work (CPE course)
  • Data Driven Instruction (CPE course)
  • SAS: A Look at the Standards Aligned System (CPE course)
  • Classroom Instruction that Works (CPE course)

Instruction as Professor in Education

Western Governor’s University
01.2007 - Current
  • Student Teacher Supervisor/Advisor
  • Creating Inclusive Classrooms: Effective and Reflective Practices (undergraduate course and CPE course)
  • Evaluation and Assessments (undergraduate course and CPE course)
  • Effective Classrooms Management (undergraduate course and CPE course)
  • Inclusion and Co-Teaching Strategies (CPE course)
  • Multicultural Education and differentiated instructional strategies (CPE course)
  • School Law and Teachers (CPE course)
  • Teaching Reading to Struggling Learners (CPE course)
  • Teaching Mathematics to Struggling Learners (CPE course)
  • Guided Reading: Making Reading Work (CPE course)
  • Data Driven Instruction (CPE course)
  • SAS: A Look at the Standards Aligned System (CPE course)
  • Classroom Instruction that Works (CPE course)

Superintendent of Schools

Juniata County School District
08.2014 - 04.2019
  • Work as the Organizational Development Leader of the school district in curriculum, budget, data, evaluations, special education, traditional and cyber educational settings
  • Lead District in Talent Acquisition and all Human Resources related activities
  • Manage all business office activities including payroll, purchasing, accounts payable, and benefits
  • Train all new staff on best practices
  • Manage all grievances and work with negotiations
  • Implement all Program Management Initiatives to drive change and positive outcomes
  • Work with Senate and House leaders to secure $1.185 million grant for transportation safety
  • Correct shortfalls from 2013 State Audit to accept a flawless 2016 State Performance Audit
  • Present and communicate with local agencies to enhance understanding of District vision and employment needs
  • Lead Board of Education meetings in the community forum to promote change and reform
  • Prepare and submit mandated documentation to the State for approval for HR employment related topics
  • Approve all expenditures of the District and review data for expenditures
  • Evaluate all administrative staff and supply them needed materials for evaluating other staff
  • Communicate with the community, parents, students, staff, administration, and Board of Education the needs of the District as well as the direction of strategic plan
  • Complete the district comprehensive plan/strategic plan and promote movement of change
  • Work with and prepare a $40 million budget while comparing revenues with expenditures
  • Correspond with local media for stories on the district that promote District growth
  • Responsible for a fleet of 76 buses to transport students to and from school every day safely
  • Work well with community and serve on boards in the community representing the district
  • Attend meetings with other superintendents to communicate educational trends and needs to report to the State on goals and findings
  • Work with the Pennsylvania School Boards Association to promote and teach Board members across the State. Train Board Presidents and Vice Presidents
  • Examine the needs and conditions of the buildings and work with architects to make buildings aesthetically pleasing and functional in educational delivery as well as safe for community
  • Acquire and implement appropriate technology in the District and create academic equity
  • Prepare and present Board agenda topics at two monthly meetings in community forum
  • Work with the athletic directors to ensure proper rules for Title IX mandates
  • Maintain and review emergency procedures with local and state law enforcement agencies
  • Introduce new curriculum to the district to ensure proper growth of the district needs and the student needs for 21st Century growth
  • Update and maintain the district website to assure proper communication
  • Evaluate agreements with local agencies to ensure proper communication
  • Communicate and collaborate with Intermediate Units that serve the district and reach out to other government agencies
  • Maintain proper Human Resources for the District through advertising, promoting, interviewing, hiring, and training new employees through new staff training sessions
  • Create and deliver proper staff development for all staff to assure strategic goals of the District are met and achieved on a daily basis
  • Demonstrated expertise in Frontline HRIS platform, including reporting, business processes, and system optimization.
  • Strong financial and analytical acumen with the ability to interpret, influence, and align district with budget, staffing models, and operational plans.
  • Experience overseeing complex employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and compliance with institutional policy and employment law.
  • Proven ability to lead change management efforts, including redesign of technology, processes, structures, or cultural initiatives.
  • Experience designing and delivering learning and development programs tailored to staff and faculty audiences.
  • Experience managing and coaching teams in environments characterized by ambiguity, growth, or restructuring.
  • Proficiency in analyzing and using HR metrics and data to inform future strategies and support continuous improvement.
  • Provide a leadership style that inspires trust, promotes transparency, and reflects emotional intelligence, adaptability, and sound judgment.
  • Enhance an exceptional written and verbal communication, including experience drafting sensitive documentation and policy guidance.
  • Familiarity with shared governance environments, faculty personnel processes, and the nuances of academic appointments and labor categories and relations.
  • Track record of building strong, service-oriented relationships with a wide range of stakeholders—from front-line staff to executive leadership.
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate complex, decentralized organizations with a collaborative and diplomatic approach.

Superintendent of Schools

Southern Tioga School District
03.2011 - 06.2014
  • Work as the Organizational Leader of the schools
  • Monitor the district Strategic Plan and make changes when needed
  • Increased teacher retention rates by fostering a supportive, collaborative work environment and providing ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with unions representing district employees, balancing financial constraints with a commitment to fair compensation for all workers.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by regularly reviewing policies and procedures and updating them as needed.
  • Developed strong leadership teams within each school to facilitate collaboration, communication, and shared decision-making among staff members.
  • Established partnerships with local businesses to create internship opportunities for students, improving career readiness post graduation.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement, driving initiatives that improved instructional practices and outcomes across all schools in the district.
  • Advanced equity initiatives by promoting diversity within the teaching workforce and developing culturally responsive curricula across all grade levels.
  • Improved school district performance by implementing data-driven decision-making processes and strategic planning.
  • Implemented rigorous teacher evaluation systems that facilitated ongoing feedback on instructional practices and supported professional growth opportunities for educators in the district.
  • Strengthened community relationships by engaging with stakeholders, hosting regular forums, and advocating for resources on behalf of the district.
  • Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
  • Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
  • Developed and maintained productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.

Acting Assistant Superintendent

Northern York County School District
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Work with new teachers and Mentors for orientation into the district
  • Serve on the Superintendent’s cabinet to assist on direction for the district
  • Provide feedback to the Superintendent about the new staff in the district and staff development
  • Assist in staff development and implementation of programs into the district through use of data
  • Maintained open lines of communication with clients to provide regular updates on project progress, address concerns promptly, and foster trusting relationships built on transparency and professionalism.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between team members by mediating disputes and fostering open communication channels among the workforce.
  • Enhanced communication between departments by implementing weekly meetings and progress reports.
  • Supervised staff by checking work against project expectations.
  • Mentored junior colleagues in leadership roles, enabling them to take on more responsibility within the organization successfully over time as they developed professionally under guidance from experienced leaders like myself at each stage of their careers.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among crew members, maintaining positive and productive work atmosphere.
  • Led team meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and plan upcoming tasks, fostering collaborative work environment.
  • Contributed to successful completion of projects by maintaining strict adherence to safety regulations.
  • Enhanced team performance with regular feedback sessions, identifying areas for improvement and acknowledging accomplishments.
  • Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
  • Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.

Principal

Northern York County School District
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Fostered a 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.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
  • Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
  • Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
  • Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
  • Promoted diversity within the school community through inclusive policies, programming, and recruitment efforts.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
  • Championed technology integration in classrooms to increase efficiency in lesson delivery while also preparing students for the digital age.
  • Spearheaded successful grant applications leading to increased funding for various school initiatives.
  • Mentored new teachers during their induction period resulting in higher retention rates of quality educators.

Principal

North Schuylkill School District
2005 - 01.2008
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
  • Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators.
  • Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
  • Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
  • Facilitated collaboration between departments to develop interdisciplinary curricula for a more holistic educational experience.
  • Coordinated with school board to align school objectives with district-wide goals, ensuring cohesive educational strategy.
  • Conducted comprehensive data analysis to identify areas for instructional improvement, leading targeted interventions.
  • Established mentorship program for new teachers, improving their integration into school community and enhancing teaching quality.
  • Engaged in community outreach to understand local needs, shaping programs that reflect community's educational aspirations.
  • Facilitated professional learning communities, encouraging collaboration and shared best practices among faculty.
  • Fostered positive and inclusive school culture, leading initiatives for diversity and inclusion.
  • Increased parent and community engagement with strategic communication plans and regular events.
  • Developed comprehensive assessment system to measure student progress and inform instructional strategies.
  • Led accreditation process, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and educational standards.
  • Oversaw annual budget planning process, allocating funds strategically to areas of greatest impact.
  • Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.

Teacher

Jersey Shore Area School District
01.1999 - 01.2005
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.

Education

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership

Northcentral University
Prescott Valley, AZ
05.2018

District Superintendent Letter of Eligibility - undefined

Edinboro University
Edinboro, PA
08.2007

Masters of Science Degree - School Administration/Principal Certification for K-12

Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA
01.2004

Bachelor of Science Degree - Elementary/Early Childhood Education

Bloomsburg University
Bloomsburg, PA
05.1993

Skills

  • Quality control
  • Continuous improvement
  • Production management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff management
  • Worker training
  • Schedule management
  • Process improvement
  • Operations management
  • Staff development
  • Schedule development
  • Cost control
  • Schedule oversight
  • Compliance
  • Employee leadership
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Hiring and training
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Budgeting and forecasting

Accomplishments

Supervised team of 400+

Worked with Union Presidents to have no grievances

Finalized Union 3 and 5 year contracts

Evaluated staff effectively and efficiently

Trained new staff for professional development

Balanced $40 million plus budget

Created Strategic Plan and implemented effectively

Lead HR-related change management initiatives and deliver training and communication strategiess

Created a culture of personalization and inclusion

Managed complex and sensitive employee relations issues, including investigations and discipline, with professionalism, discretion, and a people-first mindset.

Integrated Workforce planning

Oversaw the development and delivery of key HR data and reporting

Ensured ongoing compliance with district, state, and federal employment regulations, including FMLA, ADA, EEOC, and Title IX.

Lead staff lifecycle processes—recruitment, onboarding, promotions, separations, and performance improvement—with an emphasis on equity, efficiency, and employee experience.

Timeline

Scottsdale Supervisor/Manager

West Pharmaceuticals
05.2020 - Current

Superintendent of Schools

Juniata County School District
08.2014 - 04.2019

Instruction as Professor in Education

Wilson University
01.2014 - Current

Superintendent of Schools

Southern Tioga School District
03.2011 - 06.2014

Acting Assistant Superintendent

Northern York County School District
01.2010 - 01.2011

Principal

Northern York County School District
01.2008 - 01.2011

Instruction as Professor in Education

Western Governor’s University
01.2007 - Current

Teacher

Jersey Shore Area School District
01.1999 - 01.2005

District Superintendent Letter of Eligibility - undefined

Edinboro University

Masters of Science Degree - School Administration/Principal Certification for K-12

Bucknell University

Bachelor of Science Degree - Elementary/Early Childhood Education

Bloomsburg University

Principal

North Schuylkill School District
2005 - 01.2008

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership

Northcentral University

Awards and Honors

Rotary Mifflintown Member, PSBA Adjunct Presenter for Altoona Area for Board Presidents’ Day, Tioga County Development Corporation Board of Directors to promote businesses in Tioga County, Business Owners and Operators of Mansfield Board of Directors to promote business in Mansfield, American Association of School Administrators Active Member, Pennsylvania School Boards Association Active Member, District Administrator Member, Mansfield University Teacher Education Council Member, Federal Programs Administrator Member, Conference Presenter Presented at Penn State on vocational education and partnering with Universities, Pennsylvania Inspired Leadership Tri-County Representative to PDE for Region 2 board of directors., Inclusive Grant Writer Approved and wrote Inclusive Grant for the North Schuylkill Elementary Schools, Full Day Kindergarten Grant Writer Approved Full Day Kindergarten grant information, Intel Technologies Grant Writer Wrote grant for new technologies in the South Mountain Elementary, Opening of New Elementary School Dedication and opening of new North Schuylkill Elementary School, Closure of Elementary School Closed the Frackville Elementary School, Closure of Elementary School Closed the Ashland Elementary School, IU29 Instructor 3 credit course on Inclusive Practices and Co-Teaching, IU29 Instructor 3 credit course on School Law and Teachers, IU29 Instructor 3 credit course on Multicultural Education, Alvernia University Adjunct Professor for Classroom Management Techniques, Alvernia University Adjunct Professor for Creating Inclusive, Effective, & Reflective Classrooms, Alvernia University Adjunct Professor for Assessment and Evaluation in Teaching, Wilson College Adjunct Professor for Multicultural Education, Western Governor’s University Adjunct Professor for Field Placement, Strategic Planning Committee North Schuylkill School District, Teacher of the Year 2005 Disney Nomination by students and parents, Teacher of the Year 2001 Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year, Nominated by my students, Coach of the Year District IV District IV Coach of the Year 2003 and 2004, Jr. High Wrestling Coach Jersey Shore Area School District, Jr. High Football Coach Jersey Shore Area School District, In-Service Presenter Both District Wide and County Wide, Into the Streets Team Leader for National Volunteer Program, Little Spartan Wrestling Head Coach and Program President for East Lycoming School District, Odyssey of the Mind Judge at the regional and state competition for four years, Prosper Team Member Jersey Shore Area Community

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