Kelly Fitzgerald
Bloomington,IL
Summary
Servant leader dedicated to process and procedure. Exceeds expectations for staff performance, consistently enforces rules and seeks opportunities for team improvement and collaboration. Offers high integrity, attention to detail and excellent decision-making abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrator
McLean County Unit 5
Normal , IL
07.2022 - Current
- Created and maintained an effective team environment through collaboration and communication.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to drive problem resolution and enforce discipline.
- Assisted in the development of strategic plans for the organization.
- Provided data-driven solutions to support decision making.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained employee records, including contracts, benefits information, performance reviews and other related documents.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of over 25 employees per year to assess individual team member progress.
- Developed and implemented professional development workshops for 70 team members over the course of each year.
- Conducted assessments, surveys and interviews to identify training needs and develop appropriate courses.
- Coordinated and led meetings with key stakeholder in compliance with organization policy.
- Deployed a bi-monthly outreach newsletter to engage over 250 members of the community and promote awareness of the organization.
Administrator
Andrean High School
Merrillville , IN
06.2016 - 06.2022
- Liaised with the team to align vision and goals to provide a successful and safe environment.
- Coordinated the development of strategic plans for long-term growth and success.
- Formulated strategic plans for the institution
- Recruited, hired, trained, and terminated departmental personnel
- Served on academic and administrative committees that dealt with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues
- Developed and maintained organizational policies and procedures.
- Organized recruitment activities including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing and selection.
- Demonstrated strong problem solving skills when faced with challenging situations or complex inquiries from customers.
- Researched and analyzed financial information to identify trends, develop strategies, and recommend solutions.
Coach
Roosevelt University
Chicago , IL
11.2010 - 06.2016
- Oversaw development and management of program budget and fundraising activities
- Prepared and implemented budgets and strategic operational, purchasing and maintenance plans
- Performed activities that supported the organization, such as participating in community outreach activities, meeting with media representatives and appearing at fundraising events
- Recruited student athletes to the institution
- Managed and oversaw fitness and recreation facilities, ensuring safe and clean facilities and equipment.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with top candidates to assess skills and fit.
Facility Manager
Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago , IL
02.2004 - 11.2010
- Planned and directed physical conditioning programs to enable athletes to achieve maximum performance
- Acquired, distributed and stored equipment and supplies
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment and electrical and mechanical systems
- Planned, administered and controlled budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times.
- Created detailed reports of operations, budgets and staffing needs.
- Trained staff in customer service techniques to enhance customer satisfaction.
Faculty
Bloom Township High School District
Chicago Heights , IL
08.2002 - 06.2004
- Design and developed educational programs and materials for various learning environments.
- Lead classroom instruction for 26 students and created over 140 lessons per year.
- Created innovative ways to help student prepare for their standardized tests with lead to improvement of scores.
- Prepared course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts.
- Participated in departmental meetings and committees to discuss curriculum development strategies.
Education
Master's - Educational Administration and Supervision
Saint Xavier University
05.2005
BS - Social Sciences
Saint Xavier University
05.2002
Skills
- Policies and Procedures Enforcement
- Talent Development
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Organizational Management
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Data Analysis
- Employee Engagement
- Strategic Thinker
- Coaching and Training
- Organization Development
Certification
Illinois Type 75 General Administration Certification
Indiana Building Level Administrator License
Illinois Type 09 Secondary Education 6-12 Teacher Certification-Social Sciences
Additional Information
- Indiana High School Association Board of Directors (2022)
- Saint Xavier University - Collegiate Volleyball Player (08/1997 - 05/2001)
- Inducted into the SXU Athletic Hall of Fame (2006)
- NAIA 3rd Team All-American - Women's Volleyball(2000); NAIA National Player of the Week - Women's Volleyball (2000)
Timeline
Administrator
McLean County Unit 5
07.2022 - Current
Administrator
Andrean High School
06.2016 - 06.2022
Coach
Roosevelt University
11.2010 - 06.2016
Facility Manager
Illinois Institute of Technology
02.2004 - 11.2010
Faculty
Bloom Township High School District
08.2002 - 06.2004
Master's - Educational Administration and Supervision
Saint Xavier University
BS - Social Sciences
Saint Xavier University
Illinois Type 75 General Administration Certification
Indiana Building Level Administrator License
Illinois Type 09 Secondary Education 6-12 Teacher Certification-Social Sciences
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