Mark A. Krall
Administrator, Athletic Director, Educator
Rockford,Illinois
Summary
Objective:
To leverage extensive experience in athletic administration and leadership to effectively manage and elevate the athletic program at a University of Wisconsin Whitewater-Rock County, while fostering a culture of academic excellence, teamwork/bonding, sportsmanship, and academic achievement among student-athletes.
Profile:
Twenty-three successful years of experience in building strong student relationships as an administrator, athletic director, special education instructor, and coach. Successfully empowered thousands of students to improve academic outcomes, while developing a more equitable learning environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Beloit School District, Merrill, Cunningham
Beloit, WI
08.2020 - Current
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe disabilities to increase life skills.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Athletic Director
Madison Metropolitan School District, La Follette
Madison, WI
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Created system of positive student equity and inclusion for all student athletes that increased student participation in athletics by 30%
- Conducted research and analysis of market trends to determine potential opportunities for growth.
- Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements, and developed system of accountability for students, coaches, and staff.
- Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget, eliminating $50,000 deficit.
- Paired individuals to achieve best fit for athletic and academic programs.
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
Special Education Teacher / Football Coach
Janesville School District
Janesville, WI
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
Assistant Principal
Rockford Public Schools
Rockford, IL
08.2009 - 06.2015
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Special Education Teacher (ED)/ Football Coach
Belvidere School District
Belvidere, IL
08.1999 - 06.2009
- Supported student learning objectives for students with physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities through personalized and small group instruction in multiple subjects.
- Cultivated strong team relationships.
Education
Candidate ABD -
Aurora University
Aurora, IL 09.2012 - Current
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Aurora University
Aurora, IL 01.2006 - 01.2009
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL 01.2003 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 12.1996 - 05.1999
Skills
Ambitious
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Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Beloit School District, Merrill, Cunningham
08.2020 - Current
Athletic Director
Madison Metropolitan School District, La Follette
08.2018 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher / Football Coach
Janesville School District
08.2016 - 06.2018
Candidate ABD -
Aurora University
09.2012 - Current
Assistant Principal
Rockford Public Schools
08.2009 - 06.2015
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Aurora University
01.2006 - 01.2009
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Olivet Nazarene University
01.2003 - 01.2006
Special Education Teacher (ED)/ Football Coach
Belvidere School District
08.1999 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Illinois State University
12.1996 - 05.1999
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