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KIMBERLY WHITEBULL

Mandan

Summary

Credentialed as a superintendent and elementary principal in the state of North Dakota. Currently, I hold the position as Superintendent at Fort Yates Public School. I am an enrolled member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe of the Hunkpapa Lakota band from Kenel, SD.

Experienced with educational leadership, curriculum development, and staff management. Utilized strategic planning to enhance academic programs and foster supportive learning environment. Knowledge of best practices in student engagement and school administration to drive continuous improvement.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Superintendent/Principal

Fort Yates Public School
08.2022 - Current

Serve as instructional leader to monitor progress in alignment with district goals.

  • Oversee the daily operations of the school district including hiring recommendations, transportation, budgeting, expending approval and facility management.
  • Serve as the point person for all district matters including policy updates and compliance, daily operations, and long range planning for the school board in alignment with goals.
  • Manage fiscal operations and school budget, solving problems and lobbying for additional resources.
  • Make decisions in all emergency situations for school safety.
  • Lead strategic school improvement team and planning for academic achievement, social emotional learning practices, curriculum and program development, and community relations.
  • Supervise and evaluate principal, maintenance, Information Technology, and food service staff and previously supervised all 28 staff members.
  • Complete local, state and federal applications for grants and comply with monitoring and reporting requirements.
  • Implemented strategic planning processes to enhance student achievement and operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw budget management, ensuring resource allocation aligned with district priorities and educational needs.
  • Foster collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and community stakeholders to support school improvement efforts.
  • Establish policies and procedures for effective school governance, promoting accountability and transparency within the district.
  • Analyze academic performance data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement in instructional strategies.
  • Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
  • Mentor new principal, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
  • Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
  • Oversaw budgeting processes, allocating resources effectively to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.

GT Coordinator

White Shield School
08.2013 - 05.2022
  • Coordinated program logistics, ensuring effective resource allocation and timely execution of project milestones.
  • Designed and taught curriculum for GT Program
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing strategic plans, aligning efforts with organizational goals as Cognia team member.
  • Followed CFR Regulations as mandated by BIE
  • Coordinated accelerated and enrichment activities for identified students
  • Annual Awards Coordinator for K-12
  • Concessions Advisor for student activities
  • SLT Member for WS elementary and schoolwide leadership team
  • NDMTSS Team Member
  • Science Fair and Spelling Bee Coordinator
  • Elementary basketball coach

GT Teacher K-5

Standing Rock Schools
08.2011 - 05.2013
  • Designed and taught curriculum for GT Program grades K-5
  • Followed CFR Regulations as mandated by BIE
  • Coordinated accelerated and enrichment activities
  • Elementary XC Coach
  • Elementary Science Fair Coordinator

GT Teacher/SPED 6-8 Grades

Kirtland Middle School
08.2006 - 09.2010
  • Daily Living Classroom Teacher for Severely Handicapped
  • GT Teacher in Reading and Science
  • XC Coach

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Montana State University, Bozeman MT
Bozeman, MT
05.2022

Reading Specialist

New Mexico Highlands University, Las Vegas, NM
Las Vegas, NM

Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education

Sinte Gleska University, Mission, SD
Mission, SD
01.2003

Associate of Arts - General Education

Sitting Bull College, Fort Yates, ND
Fort Yates, ND
01.1999

Pre-Nursing

Moorhead State University
Moorhead, MN

Skills

  • NASIS Infinite Campus Administrator
  • PowerSchool Administrator
  • Cognia Eprove myJourney Platform
  • Licensed in North Dakota
  • Design strategic plans for schoolwide continuous improvement
  • Crucial Conversations
  • Apptegy/Thrillshare Administrator

Certification

  • Superintendent, North Dakota
  • K-8 Licensed Elementary Principal, North Dakota
  • 1-8 Licensed Elementary Teacher, North Dakota
  • K-12 Gifted and Talented Endorsement

Timeline

Superintendent/Principal

Fort Yates Public School
08.2022 - Current

GT Coordinator

White Shield School
08.2013 - 05.2022

GT Teacher K-5

Standing Rock Schools
08.2011 - 05.2013

GT Teacher/SPED 6-8 Grades

Kirtland Middle School
08.2006 - 09.2010

Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education

Sinte Gleska University, Mission, SD

Associate of Arts - General Education

Sitting Bull College, Fort Yates, ND

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Montana State University, Bozeman MT

Reading Specialist

New Mexico Highlands University, Las Vegas, NM

Pre-Nursing

Moorhead State University