Kristin H. Scherman
Consultant
Apple Valley,MN
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of growth principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Entrepreneurial and creative Founder passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing high yield opportunities. Track record of multiple successful new program and business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize resources and deliver success. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Driven leader with proven track record of success leading and growing organizations. Strong background in strategic planning, financial management and team development. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical growth strategies with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices. Audience-focused presenter with creativity and expertise in presentation design.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant, Program
TNTP Teach Minnesota
08.2022 - Current
- Analyzed problematic areas within new alternative licensure to provide recommendations and solutions that resulted in over 75% of Fellows obtaining licensure.
- Delivered outstanding professional development service to school and district clients to maintain and extend relationship for future professional opportunities, resulting in maintaining and adding new school and district partners.
- Managed multiple deadlines across several projects to meet dynamic needs of multiple clients, resulting in high levels of overall client satisfaction.
- Created and developed detailed work plans to meet project priorities and deadlines.
- Managed training sessions both on-site and via Zoom web-based sessions resulting in high-quality content delivery and training.
Director of School Operations and Academics
Classical Education
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges with students enrolled in year one making 1 year's growth in overall math and reading proficiency.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new math, reading and classical education programs to enhance student growth towards grade-level- proficiency.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty professional development plans across the school year.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
Founder, CEO
Impact Educational Solutions, LLC
01.2015 - Current
- Developed strong partnerships across client schools to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth towards overall school improvement processes and outcomes.
- Created client organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Identified client development challenges and team concerns for proactive resolution leading to client schools moving off of "school-improvement status" at MN Department of Education.
- Defined client roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial systemic growth.
- Established organizational mission statement through extensive collaboration and review.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven client culture to lead industry innovations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic client relationships by negotiating contract terms.
Program Specialist
Public Schools Of Minneapolis
11.2014 - 06.2021
- Established goals and created action plans to achieve goals resulting in special program schools showing double digit growth in student proficiency in comparison to their general education counterparts.
- Maintained regular communication between departments via email and phone calls to coordinate program logistics.
- Worked alongside other professionals to outline and implement program plans and objectives across all agency sites.
- Interviewed and recommended team members for hire.
- Planned and executed meetings to connect organizational representatives, community members and clients.
- Determined program needs and developed program initiatives according to preferences.
- Monitored employee work and developed improvement plans.
- Developed and deepened productive community relationships to assist with defining requirements, executing plans and strengthening leadership.
- Spearheaded implementation of program rules, frameworks and toolkits to facilitate smooth change management process.
- Evaluated program operations, successes and deficiencies to identify concerns and recommend strategies to enhance processes and elevate results.
- Developed, coordinated and administered various educational programs across sites.
- Created and delivered program training and education to keep participants knowledgeable about program and provide necessary skills to participate productively.
- Analyzed program data by tracking and reporting program outcomes to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key district partners to facilitate program operations.
- Provided technical support to staff with necessary resources to carry out duties successfully.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Kept program-related data accurate, up-to-date and easily accessible for accessibility.
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Tracked and reported expenses accurately to manage program budgets.
- Motivated and directed staff to align operations with organizational mission using appropriate training initiatives and presentations.
- Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
- Coordinated program logistics to keep all relevant materials and equipment available and in good condition.
School Advocate/ Literacy Specialist
Center of
07.2012 - 09.2014
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling k-12 readers.
- Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Conducted group lectures and small-group instruction to teach and reinforce concepts.
- Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Developed and maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance, participation and progress.
- Demonstrated principles of subject material and advanced methods to students.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help administrators and teachers succeed.
- Facilitated class discussion to help administrators and teachers work through questions and expand understanding.
- Assessed work of adult students to evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
- Trained schools on developing and administrating skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Balanced instruction, demonstration and personal work time for optimal student learning.
- Created advanced job placement training focusing on promotions, career changes and career advancement.
Presenter
NASSP / Learning Forward / ASC National Conference
03.2009 - 04.2012
- Presenter: "Success with Response to Intervention at the High School Level”
- Attendee of multiple workshops on leadership in teaching and learning
District Literacy Coach /Coordinator
Farmington Public School District
08.2006 - 06.2012
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling k-12 readers.
- Trained teachers in the administration standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Analyzed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Mentored and coached teachers on how to coach students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
- Trained teachers in the personalization of lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Worked closely with district staff on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
Presenter
SORLA
06.2006 - 01.2009
- South of the River Learning Academy, Minnesota), :
- QAR: Question-Answer-Relationship” June 2010
- Literacy Discussion to Enhance Reading Comprehension” June 2009
- Vocabulary Instruction in the Content Areas, Managing Reading in the Intermediate Classroom”
Reading Specialist
Farmington Public School District
08.2005 - 01.2006
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Wrote and delivered customized instruction to individual students and groups.
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
ALC Program Developer / Teacher
Independent School District, Black Hawk Middle School
08.2003 - 01.2005
- Grades 6-8 Reading & Math) Independent School District
3rd Grade Teacher
ISD #196
10.1999 - 06.2002
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
Primary / Intermediate Reading & Math Intervention Teacher
Independent School
10.1999 - 06.2000
Education
Reading License K-12 - Education
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN2005
Master of Arts - Education
St. Mary’s University
Winona, MN06.2002
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
North Central University
Minneapolis, MN05.1999
Skills
- ENFJ (Woo, Communication, Achiever, Positivity, Includer)
- Systems Analysis
- Professional Relationships
- Providing Feedback
- Conduct Observations
- Analyze Data
- Root Cause Analysis
- Program Promotion
- Performance Review
- Organizational Systems
- Program Development and Implementation
- Program Management
- Change Management Process
- Program Rollout
- Professional Development
Timeline
Consultant, Program
TNTP Teach Minnesota
08.2022 - Current
Director of School Operations and Academics
Classical Education
08.2021 - 06.2022
Founder, CEO
Impact Educational Solutions, LLC
01.2015 - Current
Program Specialist
Public Schools Of Minneapolis
11.2014 - 06.2021
School Advocate/ Literacy Specialist
Center of
07.2012 - 09.2014
Presenter
NASSP / Learning Forward / ASC National Conference
03.2009 - 04.2012
District Literacy Coach /Coordinator
Farmington Public School District
08.2006 - 06.2012
Presenter
SORLA
06.2006 - 01.2009
Reading Specialist
Farmington Public School District
08.2005 - 01.2006
ALC Program Developer / Teacher
Independent School District, Black Hawk Middle School
08.2003 - 01.2005
3rd Grade Teacher
ISD #196
10.1999 - 06.2002
Primary / Intermediate Reading & Math Intervention Teacher
Independent School
10.1999 - 06.2000
Reading License K-12 - Education
Hamline University
Master of Arts - Education
St. Mary’s University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
North Central University
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