Kim Mehrkens
Pontiac
Summary
Dedicated education and social service professional with a proven track record in public engagement. Recognized for fostering positive relationships and enhancing community interaction through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Expertise in delivering exceptional service while adapting to diverse environments ensures impactful contributions to organizational goals. Passionate about leveraging interpersonal skills to drive community-oriented initiatives in dynamic roles.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Alternative School Administrator
Regional Alternative School
Flanagan
01.2025 - Current
- Advised parents on how best to support their children's education at home.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Implemented professional learning community model to drive performance, boosting educational initiatives.
- Oversaw day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
- Managed school resources to improve student achievement rates.
- Developed and implemented strategic vision and mission for continuous and positive school growth.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Fostered positive school culture and promoted safety and equity for students.
- Created inclusive environment to meet needs of students.
- Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Enforced school rules for attendance, discipline and honesty.
Livingston County Truancy Outreach Worker
Regional Office of Education 17
Pontiac
06.1989 - 07.1996
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Collaborated closely with social workers, case managers, physicians, and other professionals to ensure client success.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics and provide support services.
- Functioned as treatment team member, interpreting social, emotional and family system problems and strengths to other members.
- Maintained outreach contacts in organization's database to track progress toward base building goals.
Probation Officer
Livingston County Court Services
Pontiac
06.1985 - 07.1989
- Monitored criminal activity of probationers to ensure compliance with court-ordered terms and conditions.
- Answered phone calls concerning clients, handled complaints and responded to requests for information.
- Facilitated communication between probationers, their families, employers, law enforcement officers, attorneys, social workers, and other stakeholders involved in the process.
- Offered transitional services for program offenders and referral to appropriate community agencies and organizations.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and verify employment status of clients.
- Administered drug tests and arranged for additional treatment when necessary.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to address immediate probationer issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement, Sociology
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL06-1985
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Community engagement
- Crisis intervention
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Parent engagement
- Strategic planning
- Student retention strategies
- School leadership
- Parent meetings
- Behavior management
- Teacher Supervision
- Academic advising
- Student engagement
Timeline
Alternative School Administrator
Regional Alternative School
01.2025 - Current
Livingston County Truancy Outreach Worker
Regional Office of Education 17
06.1989 - 07.1996
Probation Officer
Livingston County Court Services
06.1985 - 07.1989
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement, Sociology
Western Illinois University
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