Kevin L. Hunt
Dallas,TX
Summary
Principal at Highland Park High School with expertise in transformative educational practices. Former principal at June W. Davis Elementary, Dallas Park Elementary, and Summer Creek Middle School in Crowley ISD achieving significant improvements in student engagement and learning outcomes. Two years of experience as principal at Highland Park Middle School, emphasizing continuous improvement and support for all students' needs. Demonstrated leadership in Texas public schools, dedicated to promoting educational excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Highland Park High School
Dallas, Texas
07.2024 - Current
- Served as principal at Highland Park High School within Highland Park ISD, Dallas, TX.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for faculty, enhancing teaching strategies and student engagement.
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to enhance visibility and access of student programs and services.
- Managed school operations, ensuring compliance with district policies and regulations.
- Oversaw budget allocations, ensuring resources were effectively utilized for educational programs.
- Drive adaptive and transformative initiatives to elevate school performance.
- Championed continuous school improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of excellence in student learning.
- Implement systems addressing individual academic, social, and emotional needs of all students.
Principal
Summer Creek Middle School
Fort Worth, Texas
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Crowley Independent School District
Principal
June W. Davis Elementary
Fort Worth, Texas
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Led June W. Davis to achieve A rating and two academic distinctions in 2021-2022.
- Enhanced educational standards within Crowley ISD through effective leadership.
- Opened new school, first built in Crowley in over ten years.
- Served as principal at June W. Davis for three years.
Principal
Dallas Park Elementary
Fort Worth, Texas
07.2016 - 05.2019
- Served as principal at Dallas Park Elementary for three years, exceeding state standards.
- Achieved academic distinction for student progress through targeted growth initiatives.
- Implemented AVID program to enhance student engagement and college readiness.
- Established a school-wide STEAM Academy to promote interdisciplinary learning.
Assistant Principal
Sue Crouch Intermediate
Fort Worth, Texas
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Served as assistant principal at Sue Crouch Intermediate for three school years.
- Managed student discipline and implemented Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
- Conducted appraisals of teachers and paraprofessionals to ensure instructional quality.
- Oversaw campus security and safety protocols to maintain a secure learning environment.
- Provided instructional leadership to enhance teaching effectiveness across the campus.
Assistant Principal Intern & Data Analyst
Middle Level Learning Center
Fort Worth, Texas
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Managed all administrative operations, including discipline and instructional leadership at Middle Level Learning Center.
- Gained extensive experience by substituting for assistant principals at Arlington Heights High School, Leonard Middle School, and J.P. Elder Middle School.
- Utilized data effectively to drive academic improvements within Fort Worth ISD.
Summer School Principal
Middle Level Learning Center
Fort Worth, Texas
06.2011 - 07.2011
- Organized student enrollment for Middle Level Learning Center summer school program across FWISD.
- Recruited and hired exceptional staff for effective summer school operations.
- Administered and supervised summer school program, ensuring high promotion rates for participants.
- Scheduled students according to needs and program requirements to maximize learning opportunities.
ELA & Integrated Physics and Chemistry Classroom Teacher
Middle Level Learning Center
01.2001 - 01.2011
- I served as the ELA department chair at Middle Level Learning Center.
- I handled the ELA budget, guided professional development, provided instructional support for teachers, monitored curriculum and lesson planning, and planned and directed department meetings.
- I was voted teacher of the year at Middle Level by my peers during the 2004-2005 school year.
- I was a member of the leadership team committee created by the principal to collaborate in making important decisions concerning our school.
Education
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX12.2020
M.Ed. - Secondary Education
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry, English
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX05-1999
High School Diploma -
Battle Ground Academy
Franklin, Tennessee05-1995
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Data analysis
- Program evaluation
- Qualitative and quantitative research
- Action research
- Behavioral interventions
- Data-informed decision making
- Academic growth strategies
- Executive leadership
- Curriculum development
- Professional learning communities
- Operational strategy
- Strategic planning
- Multi-tiered support systems
Certification
- Principal Certification
- Superintendent Certification
- ILD
- T-TESS
- Standard Secondary English (grades 6-12)
- ESL Supplemental
- Professional Development Secondary
Current Position
Principal, Highland Park High School, Highland Park ISD, Dallas, TX, 08/01/24
Leadership Experience
- Outstanding Teacher of the Year
- Staff Member of the Month Awards
- Collaborative Problem Solving
- Curriculum Audit Presentation
- District-Level Committee Participation
Timeline
Principal
Highland Park High School
07.2024 - Current
Principal
Summer Creek Middle School
05.2022 - 06.2022
Principal
June W. Davis Elementary
07.2019 - 05.2022
Principal
Dallas Park Elementary
07.2016 - 05.2019
Assistant Principal
Sue Crouch Intermediate
02.2014 - 06.2016
Assistant Principal Intern & Data Analyst
Middle Level Learning Center
01.2012 - 01.2013
Summer School Principal
Middle Level Learning Center
06.2011 - 07.2011
ELA & Integrated Physics and Chemistry Classroom Teacher
Middle Level Learning Center
01.2001 - 01.2011
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
Texas Christian University
M.Ed. - Secondary Education
Texas Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry, English
Texas Christian University
High School Diploma -
Battle Ground Academy