Kristine Martin
Independence,IA
Summary
An educational leader offering over 25 years of experience working with students K-12. Has a proven track record of supporting positive school culture, and fostering collaborative relationships with students, staff and families. A servant leader, who has a deep involvement and commitment to programs embracing all students, especially special education and at risk youth. A Supervisor who leads with integrity, transparency and dedication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School & High School Principal
Starmont Community School District
07.2023 - Current
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Cultivated positive relationships between families, students and teachers.
- Oversaw scheduling processes to ensure optimal class sizes and balanced course offerings for diverse learner needs.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement in instruction quality.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Addressed disciplinary issues promptly and fairly, upholding a consistent standard of behavior expectations across the school community.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Special Education Consultant
Keystone Area Education Agency
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues across various schools and departments, working together toward successful inclusion strategies.
- Supported school improvement and implementation of the Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) structure.
- Supported teachers in adapting their teaching methods to accommodate the specific needs of special education students.
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance their understanding of special education best practices.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources for children outside of school district.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Provided services necessary for the identification, diagnostic evaluation and educational programming for children and youth with disabilities.
- Served as an advocate for all children and youth.
K-12 At Risk Coordinator
Independence Community School District
07.2017 - 06.2022
- Provided leadership in the development, implementation, and analysis of districts At-Risk/Drop Out Prevention Plan.
- Monitored At-Risk students for the purpose of determining appropriate interventions.
- Gathered data on at-risk students for the purpose of supporting the program, and continually track student progress.
- Worked closely with at-risk students on credit recovery, skill building and social emotional issues.
- Coordinated with at-risk team to provide interventions and programming for students.
- District truancy officer, assisting principals and secretaries with attendance issues and concerns.
- Established connections between the school and community agencies, which provided services necessary to resolve problems that can inhibit a student's school success.
- Communicated with families to support learners.
- Assisted Director of School Improvement in facilitation of at-risk meetings.
- Assisted staff to understand strategies and programming needed to support the at risk population.
- Coordinated and facilitated the high school summer school program.
- Collaborated as a liaison between students and staff regarding information needed for student success
Special Education Instructional Strategist 1
Independence Community School District
07.2009 - 06.2017
- Identified students' individualism and developed a curriculum to accommodate different learning styles, maximizing students’ comprehension.
- Implemented IEPs, assessed students' performance, and tracked their progress.
- Instilled a comfortable, student-focused classroom which empowered students to enjoy the learning process.
- Responsible for the creation and implementation of lesson plans based on student learning styles and the use of Differentiated instruction.
- Co-teacher for English 9, English 10, Writing for Today, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Government and Real Living.
- Participated with a team of teachers to collaborate with parents and administrators to create individual education plans for students with disabilities.
- Participate in school committees to evaluate our success as a school and to make recommendations for improvement.
Director of Regional Education Center
Northeast Iowa Community College
07.1997 - 06.2009
- Established a successful alternative high school program.
- Taught at risk students ranging in age from 16-21 years of age.
- Developed a modified curriculum to adapt to student needs.
- Taught all high school content areas, with exemplary classroom management.
- Individualized all areas of academics, meeting the need of learning disabled, behavior disordered as well as regular education students.
- Maintained weekly communication with parents on students' academic and behavioral progress.
- Served as the coordinator, counselor and teacher in a one-room classroom setting Serving four local school districts.
- Facilitated Multi-District Advisory Board, using data to help determine programming and needs.
- Collaborated with Community Stakeholders, to support transitional opportunities for area youth.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels between families, students and staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Education / Advanced Studies Cer
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa 5061405.2022
Endorsement: Special Education Consultant - Special Education Consultant
Morningside University
Sioux City, Iowa05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA05.1994
Skills
- Supervision and leadership
- Professional Development Planning
- Relationship Building
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Supervision and leadership
- Recruiting and hiring
- Self-Directed
- Networking
- Conflict Resolution
- Multitasking Abilities
- Dedicated
Timeline
Middle School & High School Principal
Starmont Community School District
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Consultant
Keystone Area Education Agency
07.2022 - 06.2023
K-12 At Risk Coordinator
Independence Community School District
07.2017 - 06.2022
Special Education Instructional Strategist 1
Independence Community School District
07.2009 - 06.2017
Director of Regional Education Center
Northeast Iowa Community College
07.1997 - 06.2009
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Education / Advanced Studies Cer
University of Northern Iowa
Endorsement: Special Education Consultant - Special Education Consultant
Morningside University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Upper Iowa University
Similar Profiles
Suzy HamlettSuzy Hamlett
6-12 Special Education Level II/III at Starmont Community School District6-12 Special Education Level II/III at Starmont Community School District
ELLA HAMLETTELLA HAMLETT
School Counselor at Saint Michaels SchoolSchool Counselor at Saint Michaels School
MARY KATE GRIFFINMARY KATE GRIFFIN
Mathematics Teacher at Downers Grove South High School, Community High School District 99Mathematics Teacher at Downers Grove South High School, Community High School District 99