Linda Mackessy
Upland,CA
Summary
Accomplished educational leader from Chino Valley Unified School District, adept in instructional leadership and fostering parent engagement. Excelled in enhancing student achievement through data-driven instruction and restorative practices. Proven track record in building strong community relationships, significantly improving school safety, and streamlining operational efficiency. Skilled in organizational leadership, demonstrating exceptional critical thinking and team collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal, Student Services and Interim
Chino Valley Unified School District
08.2017 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
- Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
- Streamlined administrative processes to maximize efficiency in daily operations at the school level.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Facilitated collaboration between parents, teachers, and students to address academic and behavioral issues.
- Improved student academic performance with targeted intervention programs for at-risk youths.
- Fostered positive school culture, establishing programs that promoted inclusivity and respect among students.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Assistant Principal, Student Services
Glendale Unified School District
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Actively participated in district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
- Championed extracurricular activities that promoted well-rounded student development beyond academics.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Streamlined administrative processes to maximize efficiency in daily operations at the school level.
- Facilitated collaboration between parents, teachers, and students to address academic and behavioral issues.
- Reduced instances of student tardiness and absenteeism through introduction of rewards-based attendance system.
- Enhanced school safety protocols by developing and implementing comprehensive emergency response plans.
- Improved student academic performance with targeted intervention programs for at-risk youths.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
Vice Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
Maranatha High School
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Served as an approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within the school community.
- Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
- Monitored academic progress of all students through regular review of assessment data to identify trends and potential areas of growth or concern.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, offering constructive feedback for improvement in instructional delivery methods.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop curriculum improvements, resulting in increased student engagement and achievement.
- Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional teams collaboration in development and support of student activities, programs, and lessons.
- Championed diversity initiatives in both staffing decisions and curriculum design to create an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Promoted a safe learning environment by enforcing school policies, addressing bullying issues promptly, and conducting regular safety drills.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Assistant Principal, Student Services
Saddleback Unified School Distirict
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
- Actively participated in district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
- Collaborated with faculty to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, increasing student engagement across subjects.
- Built strong relationships with local community organizations for outreach efforts supporting both student learning and school reputation.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Streamlined administrative processes to maximize efficiency in daily operations at the school level.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
- Facilitated collaboration between parents, teachers, and students to address academic and behavioral issues.
- Reduced instances of student tardiness and absenteeism through introduction of rewards-based attendance system.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
- Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
Dean of Students
Arcadia Unified School District
08.2007 - 06.2013
- Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
- Provided leadership in crisis management situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all community members.
- Held staff accountable for implementing airtight school-wide systems and processes.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Partnered with senior administration to create cohesive vision, balancing structure and creative expression to drive productive student learning.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
- Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
- Developed strategic initiatives to address crucial areas such as student success, diversity, and inclusion.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance.
- Streamlined administrative processes for greater efficiency in handling student concerns and issues.
- Implemented proactive measures to prevent incidents of bullying or harassment within the school community.
- Mentored new faculty and staff members to promote professional growth and enhance their contributions to the institution.
- Managed assemblies to recognize student achievement.
- Evaluated and assessed program effectiveness to inform data-driven decision-making for continuous improvement.
- Championed student achievement by recognizing outstanding accomplishments through awards and recognition events.
- Enhanced school spirit by coordinating extracurricular activities that promoted camaraderie among students.
- Enhanced student retention rates through the development of comprehensive support services and academic interventions.
- Collaborated with faculty members to enhance curriculum quality and ensure alignment with institutional goals.
- Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent relations initiatives.
- Created opportunities for parent involvement through workshops, meetings, or volunteering.
- Improved campus-wide student engagement by implementing innovative programs and activities.
- Established partnerships with external organizations to provide additional resources for students'' personal development opportunities.
- Coordinated outreach events to bring in parents, family members and community at large to support students.
- Coordinated smooth mealtimes and student transitions.
- Helped teachers develop and diversify instruction to better serve students of different skill levels and backgrounds.
- Fostered ethical behavior among students by promoting values-based education initiatives.
- Spearheaded training initiatives for teachers by leading classes on topics such as [Type] and [Type].
- Developed comprehensive crisis management plan, preparing student affairs team for potential campus emergencies.
- Streamlined incident response protocols, ensuring swift and fair resolution of student grievances.
- Fostered culture of academic integrity and respect through implementation of honor code.
- Pioneered peer-to-peer support network, improving student mental health and well-being.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Azusa Pacific University
Glendora, CA05.2005
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Azusa Pacific University
Glendora05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Physical Education, Secondary Teaching
Kansas Wesleyan University
Salina, Kansas05.1979
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Student achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Restorative Practices
- Discipline management
- Relationship building and networking
- Disciplinary Actions
- Critical Thinking and Judgment
- Team Collaboration
- School Security and Safety Procedures
- Organizational Leadership
Timeline
Assistant Principal, Student Services and Interim
Chino Valley Unified School District
08.2017 - Current
Assistant Principal, Student Services
Glendale Unified School District
10.2015 - 06.2017
Vice Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
Maranatha High School
09.2014 - 06.2015
Assistant Principal, Student Services
Saddleback Unified School Distirict
08.2013 - 06.2014
Dean of Students
Arcadia Unified School District
08.2007 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Azusa Pacific University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Physical Education, Secondary Teaching
Kansas Wesleyan University
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