Mike Collins
Thornville,OH
Summary
Dynamic high school principal with a proven track record of successfully leading administrative teams in high-volume educational and technical environments. Expertise in Workforce Development regulations, with a strong ability to manage documentation and craft professional correspondence tailored to diverse needs. Recognized for fostering academic achievement and staff development through strategic initiatives that enhance student performance and cultivate a positive school culture. Strong leadership and communication skills drive continuous school improvement and operational efficiency, ensuring a thriving educational atmosphere.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
C-TEC Career Center
08.2026 - Current
- Support overall leadership and daily operations of a multi-district career and technical education center.
- Supervise and evaluate instructional staff to ensure high-quality programming and compliance with state standards.
- Analyze enrollment, credential attainment, and post-secondary placement data to drive program improvement.
- Collaborate with business and industry partners to strengthen workforce pathways and student opportunities.
- Assist with budgeting, resource allocation, and strategic planning to ensure fiscal responsibility and program sustainability.
- Represent the organization at community, advisory, and stakeholder meetings.
- Led instructional leadership for a school of 275 students and 41 staff members, increasing student achievement through data-driven decision-making and curriculum alignment.
- Designed and implemented a master schedule to maximize instructional time, intervention supports, and teacher collaboration.
- Directed school-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), resulting in a 30% reduction in office referrals in the first year.
- Supervised and evaluated certified and classified staff using OTES, ensuring high-quality instruction and professional growth.
- Cultivated strong relationships with families and community partners, initiating programs that enhanced student support, engagement, and career readiness.
Junior High/High School Principal
Walnut Township District
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Led instructional leadership for a school of 275 students and 41 staff members, increasing student achievement through data-driven decision-making and curriculum alignment.
- Designed and implemented a master schedule to maximize instructional time, intervention supports, and teacher collaboration.
- Directed school-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), resulting in a 30% reduction in office referrals in the first year.
- Supervised and evaluated certified and classified staff using OTES, ensuring high-quality instruction and professional growth.
- Cultivated strong relationships with families and community partners, initiating programs that enhanced student support, engagement, and career readiness.
Criminal Justice Instructor
Tri-County Career Center
Nelsonville, OH
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Developed methods of instruction related to course content and class objectives.
- Created and presented lectures on criminal law, and competencies related to pathways.
- Developed and selected course textbooks, handouts, assignments, and syllabi, to guide learning and measure comprehension.
- Recruited students by attending campus and community events to interact with prospects and parents.
- Build advisory committees and recruited program stakeholders.
Detective
Licking County Sheriff's Office
Newark, OH
12.2005 - 08.2019
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain a clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
- Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to compile files and support criminal cases.
- Supervise employees on cases and delegate legal tasks.
- Administer Computer Voice System Analysis for pre-employment applications and investigative purposes.
Education
Educational Leadership - Superintendent, Principal K-12
Salem University International / West Virginia
01.2024
Master of Arts - Workforce Development
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Psychology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2013
Skills
- Correspondence and Reports
- Contract Negotiation
- Staff Supervision
- Resource Allocation
- Professional Networking
- Recruitment and Hiring
Timeline
Principal
C-TEC Career Center
08.2026 - Current
Junior High/High School Principal
Walnut Township District
06.2024 - 08.2025
Criminal Justice Instructor
Tri-County Career Center
06.2019 - 08.2024
Detective
Licking County Sheriff's Office
12.2005 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - Workforce Development
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Psychology
The Ohio State University
Educational Leadership - Superintendent, Principal K-12
Salem University International / West Virginia