Kelvin McCollum
Lenoir City,TN
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Lake City Middle School, enhancing educational effectiveness through innovative trends and fostering community relationships. Excelled in budget administration and leadership, demonstrating exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. Achieved significant improvements in school safety and cultural competency, contributing to a positive learning environment.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
School Principal
Lake City Middle School
07.2008 - 07.2024
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Basketball Official
Athens Basketball Assoiation
10.1992 - 03.2016
- Worked at competitive athletic basketball games, tournaments and special sporting events.
- Instructed players and coaches on basketball game rules.
- Enforced rule expectations with pre-game conversations with teams.
- Handled high-stress situations using superior calming techniques with basketball fans.
Assistant Principal
Knox County School System
01.2001 - 05.2008
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
PE Teacher/Health Teacher
Lenore Middle/High School
08.1983 - 05.1992
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Completed documentation of classroom and individual recordkeeping.
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
Education
ED.S. - Educational Administration
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN06.2001
Master of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Marshall University
Huntington, WV07.1987
Master of Science - Physical Education And Coaching
Berea College
Berea, KY05.1983
Skills
- Budget Administration
- Leadership Skills
- School safety
- Cultural Competency
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Inter Personal Skills
Timeline
School Principal
Lake City Middle School
07.2008 - 07.2024
Assistant Principal
Knox County School System
01.2001 - 05.2008
Basketball Official
Athens Basketball Assoiation
10.1992 - 03.2016
PE Teacher/Health Teacher
Lenore Middle/High School
08.1983 - 05.1992
ED.S. - Educational Administration
Lincoln Memorial University
Master of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Marshall University
Master of Science - Physical Education And Coaching
Berea College
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