Lana Lindeman
Saint Michael,MN
Summary
Educational leader with strong background in administration, curriculum development, and student engagement. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and community. Proven ability to foster collaborative environment that drives academic achievement and continuous improvement. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Recognized for leadership, effective communication, and strategic planning.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Principal
Neill Elementary - Robbinsdale Area Schools
Crystal, MN
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with district leadership to develop and implement educational policies aligned with state standards.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and inform curriculum development strategies.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring resource allocation aligns with district priorities and enhances operational efficiency.
- Facilitated professional development workshops focused on best practices in pedagogy, assessment, and classroom management techniques.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
Assistant Principal
Neill Elementary - Robbinsdale Area Schools
Crystal, MN
08.2019 - 06.2025
- Led development and implementation of curriculum improvements enhancing student engagement and achievement through MTSS process.
- Mentored faculty, fostering professional growth and promoting collaborative teaching practices across departments.
- Streamlined administrative processes, improving operational efficiency and communication within school community.
- Facilitated data-driven decision-making by analyzing student performance metrics to identify areas for academic intervention.
- Developed strategies for student discipline, promoting a positive school environment and behavioral accountability.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Specialist
Neill Elementary
Crystal, MN
01.2019 - Current
- Manage school-wide universal screening of all students
- Provide multiple tiers of instructional support
- Provide instructional collaboration and support for teachers and support staff
- Use data to inform decisions at each tier of instruction
- Collaborate with MTSS team to monitor student academic and social emotional growth
Quality Compensation Peer Coach
Robbinsdale School District
New Hope, MN
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Completed classroom observations using the Charlotte Danielson framework
- Utilize Cognitive Coaching strategies to enhance teacher self reflection
- Collect and maintain valid and reliable data regarding licensed staff performance
- Maintain records of observations and other information necessary for the successful implantation of the Q-Comp program
Elementary Educator
Northport Elementary
Brooklyn Center, MN
01.1999 - 01.2017
- Create and taught standard based lessons implementing strategies to increase student achievement and engagement
- Delivered Culturally Responsive Instruction
- Strong classroom management skills ~ empowering student voice and choice
- Data driven instruction to meet student’s individual needs, utilizing whole group and small group instruction
Education
K – 12 Principal Licensure -
Mankato State University
01-2018
Master’s in Teaching & Learning - undefined
Hamline University
01-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Minnesota - Morris
01-1999
Skills
- Relationship builder ~ empower others
- Insightful
- Data driven
- Experienced instructional leader
- Student and parent relations
- Fair and consistent
- Ongoing learner
- Verbal and written communication
- Strategic leadership
- Data-driven instruction
- Organizational leadership
Certification
Certified coach in The Catalyst Approach
Timeline
Interim Principal
Neill Elementary - Robbinsdale Area Schools
07.2025 - Current
Assistant Principal
Neill Elementary - Robbinsdale Area Schools
08.2019 - 06.2025
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Specialist
Neill Elementary
01.2019 - Current
Quality Compensation Peer Coach
Robbinsdale School District
01.2017 - 01.2019
Elementary Educator
Northport Elementary
01.1999 - 01.2017
Master’s in Teaching & Learning - undefined
Hamline University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Minnesota - Morris
K – 12 Principal Licensure -
Mankato State University