Matthew Belden
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Glendale Union High School District, specializing in instructional leadership and student achievement. Successfully led initiatives that enhanced school safety and operational efficiency, significantly boosting organizational effectiveness. Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder communication and relationship management, driving educational excellence and positive program outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Superintendent of Operations & Athletics
Glendale Union High School District
Glendale, AZ
07.2013 - Current
- Directed phased construction for three school sites under district bond program.
- Developed a budget for district facilities and managed financial resources accordingly.
- Provided guidance and support to assistant principals and principals in order to meet departmental and school goals.
- Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Participated in community outreach initiatives to build relationships with local organizations and businesses.
- Collaborated with vendors on contracts for services needed at the facility.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends or patterns impacting operations within the organization.
- Level III Hearing Officer for student and employee discipline.
- Work with vendors and suppliers on pricing, terms, contracts, and agreements.
Administrator of Title One and School Safety
Glendale Union High School District
Glendale, AZ
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Managed budgeting and spending related to state and federal grant program operations.
- Evaluated program performance through comprehensive data analysis.
- Facilitated training sessions focused on enhancing school grades and freshman transition.
- Collaborated with the Curriculum and Instruction department to support the implementation of state standards and the district curriculum.
- Implemented and oversaw school safety plans at school sites.
- Assisted in improving the management of student attendance and discipline by coaching assistant principals.
- Collaborated with school personnel resolving conflicts between administration and parents.
Principal
GUHSD- Thunderbird High School
Glendale, AZ
07.2008 - 06.2012
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
- Organized regular meetings with faculty members to discuss issues related to instruction, assessment strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
- Designed comprehensive plans for professional development activities that focused on improving teacher performance levels across all subject areas.
- Promoted an atmosphere of respect amongst students by enforcing disciplinary codes consistently throughout the school year.
Assistant Principal of Operations and Resources
GUHSD- Sunnyslope High School
Glendale, AZ
07.2007 - 06.2008
Assistant Principal of Student Services
GUHSD- Washington High School
Glendale, AZ
07.2006 - 06.2007
Assistant Principal of Discipline and Attendance
GUHSD- Washington High School
Glendale , AZ
07.2004 - 06.2006
Teacher
GUHSD- Glendale High School
Glendale, AZ
08.1999 - 06.2004
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Ottawa University
Phoenix05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR12-1998
Skills
- Organizational effectiveness
- Leadership and vision
- Community engagement
- Stakeholder communication
- Relationship building and management
- Educational leadership
- Instructional leadership
- Program implementation
- Program improvement
- Data-driven decision making
- Instructional design
- Training oversight
- Fiscal planning
- Operational management
- Resource management
- Emphasis on GUHSD Core Values
Accomplishments
- Key Leadership Roles within GUHSD
- Professional Negotiations spokesperson
- Professional Negotiations team member
- Key Leadership Roles outside of GUHSD
- Arizona Interscholastic Association Board President
- Arizona Interscholastic Association Board member
- 4A Conference President
Awards
- Named the Arizona Interscholastic Administrators Association State Citation Award for 2021
This award is given annually to an administrator that exemplifies long-standing and distinguished record of involvement with high school programs at the state level and is recognized by their peers as among the best in the profession
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent of Operations & Athletics
Glendale Union High School District
07.2013 - Current
Administrator of Title One and School Safety
Glendale Union High School District
07.2012 - 06.2013
Principal
GUHSD- Thunderbird High School
07.2008 - 06.2012
Assistant Principal of Operations and Resources
GUHSD- Sunnyslope High School
07.2007 - 06.2008
Assistant Principal of Student Services
GUHSD- Washington High School
07.2006 - 06.2007
Assistant Principal of Discipline and Attendance
GUHSD- Washington High School
07.2004 - 06.2006
Teacher
GUHSD- Glendale High School
08.1999 - 06.2004
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Ottawa University
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of Oregon
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