Lindsey R. Millsap
Mason City
Summary
To serve as principal and leader of an amazing school. Continue to provide instructional leadership to faculty and staff, implement academic and behavioral interventions to enhance student achievement, and direct effective management of the school facility.
Experienced with curriculum development, instructional leadership, and student-centered learning. Utilizes data-driven strategies to enhance academic performance and foster supportive school culture. Track record of building strong relationships with staff, students, and parents to create inclusive and effective educational environment.
Knowledgeable educational leader with proven track record in guiding elementary schools toward academic excellence. Successfully implemented innovative programs that enhanced student engagement and fostered positive learning environment. Demonstrated ability in team collaboration and effective communication with staff, parents, and community.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Principal (PK-4)
Mason City Schools/Jefferson Elementary
09.2014 - Current
- Formally observe and supervise 60 classroom teachers and para educators
- Provide weekly professional development
- Create positive PBIS culture and climate for 300 students ages K-4th grade
- Analyze multiple forms of assessment to enhance student achievement
- Facilitate and supervise multiple building level teams
School Administrative Manager
Mason City Schools
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Assist the principal in daily operations of the school.
- Manage schedules, plan special events
- evaluate paraeducators
- behavior management for all students
- oversee student records and communication.
- Facilitate professional learning.
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Waukee Community Schools / Maple Grove Elementary
09.2008 - 06.2013
- Planned and organized materials supporting district curriculum, standards, and benchmarks
- Developed and maintained active learning environment through differentiated teaching strategies
- Co-taught math and reading in multiple classrooms
- Developed and facilitated co-teaching for three special education teachers
6th Grade Reading and Language Arts Teacher
Adel/DeSoto/Minburn Community Schools / Adel Middle School
09.2005 - 09.2008
- Taught 150 6th grade students reading and language arts to improve writing, reading and communication skills
- Planning committee for student read aloud time
- Student Assistance and Problem solving team
6th-8th Severe/Profound Special Education Teacher
Adel/DeSoto/Minburn Community Schools / Adel Middle School
09.2001 - 09.2005
- Developed a new program at ADM Middle school to serve students with significant disabilities
- Taught anywhere from 5-8 students each year- taught job embedded skills, communication, academics, self-help and self care
- Assisted with work based learning so students could acquire job skills they would be able to do.
Education
PK-12 Educational Leadership -
Viterbo University
Des Moines, IA03.2012
Masters in Curriculum and Instruction - Special Education with Reading Endorsement
Iowa State University
Ames, IA06.2007
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Elementary Education Major with Learning Disability Minor
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA09.2000
Skills
- Effective leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building and networking
- Instructional coaching
Accomplishments
- Implemented Standards Based Grading in Mason City (2015)
- Created and implemented a building-wide Co-Teaching Model in Waukee (2011-2012)
- Developed Social Studies Curriculum for Waukee Community Schools (2012)
- Served as Special Education Team Meeting Facilitator in Waukee (2012)
- Presented Professional Development on PLC Plus and Special Education in Waukee (2012)
- Co-created innovative blogging program for 6-7 Middle School in Adel (2007)
- Facilitated 1st Year Mentoring Classes for secondary teachers in Adel (2007)
- Successfully implemented a first-year special education program for Severe/Profound Special Education at Adel Middle School (2001-2005)
Affiliations
- Member of School Administrators of Iowa (SAI) (2013-present)
- Certified in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) (2013-present)
Training
- Science of Reading 2024
- SAI Professional Learning Planning Committee (2021 and 2025)
- Mentor through School Administrators of Iowa (2019)
- Formative Assessment (2017)
- Fierce Conversations Training (2015)
- Professional Learning Communities at Work Conference (2010)
- Mandt Training (2008-2010)
- IAMLE Summer Camp (2003)
Outstanding Contributions to School/Community
- Built a building culture that is inviting and inclusive for staff, students and families
- High Performing School in 2024
- Provided professional learning around multiple different literacy curriculums
- Implemented MTSS system of supports for K-4 building
- Implemented Standards Based Grading in Mason City (2015)
- Created and implemented a building-wide Co-Teaching Model in Waukee (2011-2012)
- Developed Social Studies Curriculum for Waukee Community Schools (2012)
- Served as Special Education Team Meeting Facilitator in Waukee (2012)
- Presented Professional Development on PLC Plus and Special Education in Waukee (2012)
- Co-created innovative blogging program for 6-7 Middle School in Adel (2007)
- Facilitated 1st Year Mentoring Classes for secondary teachers in Adel (2007)
- Successfully implemented a first-year special education program for Severe/Profound Special Education at Adel Middle School (2001-2005)
Timeline
Elementary Principal (PK-4)
Mason City Schools/Jefferson Elementary
09.2014 - Current
School Administrative Manager
Mason City Schools
01.2013 - 01.2014
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Waukee Community Schools / Maple Grove Elementary
09.2008 - 06.2013
6th Grade Reading and Language Arts Teacher
Adel/DeSoto/Minburn Community Schools / Adel Middle School
09.2005 - 09.2008
6th-8th Severe/Profound Special Education Teacher
Adel/DeSoto/Minburn Community Schools / Adel Middle School
09.2001 - 09.2005
Masters in Curriculum and Instruction - Special Education with Reading Endorsement
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Elementary Education Major with Learning Disability Minor
University of Northern Iowa
PK-12 Educational Leadership -
Viterbo University
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