Penny Vess
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Qualified teacher/administrator with a long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training, and student success. Highly motivated, and willing to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Strong background in Special Education, Section 504, PE, and some Math.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal and Acting Principal
Kauai and Waimea High School
08.2001 - 12.2025
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Monitored school administration activity and implemented policies to support student safety, inclusion and academic success.
- Created and implemented special education programs which provided support to teachers and staff while giving special needs and at-risk youth tools necessary to succeed.
- Worked on the school budget with the Principal, documented changes, and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
- Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
Math Teacher and High-Risk Counselor
Kauai High School
08.1994 - 06.2001
- Taught various kinds of math, including Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, and some Algebra II.
- Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with individualized educational plans.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health issues.
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Aligned classroom instructional strategies with district, state, and national requirements.
Student Employee Sports Marketing and Information
University of Hawaii Athletics
Honolulu, Hawaii
06.1985 - 07.1990
- Statistician for Men's/Women's Volleyball and Basketball
- Promoted games through radio spots and community interaction.
- Performed clerical tasks by answering calls, taking messages, returning missed calls, arranging appointments and responding to questions or inquiries.
Asst Softball Coach
Chaminade University
Honolulu, Hawaii
08.1988 - 07.1989
- Worked with players to improve game skills in batting, pitching, and catching and infield.
- Oversaw training and conditioning programs to prepare players for rigors of competition.
- Developed game strategies and made real-time decisions to adapt to opponents during competitions.
- Signal caller both on offense and defense
Education
License in Education Administration - Education Administration
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI07-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI05-1993
High School Diploma -
Kauai High School
Lihue, HI06-1985
Skills
- Academic administration
- Discipline and policy enforcement
- Attendance monitoring
- School security and safety procedures
- Behavioral intervention
- Budget administration
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google
- Parent engagement and communication
- Compassion and empathy
- IEP/504 administrator also assisted with developing plans
Affiliations
- 2025 Hawaii State Secondary Assistant Principal of the Year
- Hawaii Resource Caregiver (Foster Parent) 2019-2025
- 2018 American Cancer Society West Region Voice of Hope
- Member of the National Association of Secondary School Principals
- Head Coach Varsity HS Softball, Volleyball, Basketball. One year Assistant Coach Varsity Baseball.
Timeline
Assistant Principal and Acting Principal
Kauai and Waimea High School
08.2001 - 12.2025
Math Teacher and High-Risk Counselor
Kauai High School
08.1994 - 06.2001
Asst Softball Coach
Chaminade University
08.1988 - 07.1989
Student Employee Sports Marketing and Information
University of Hawaii Athletics
06.1985 - 07.1990
License in Education Administration - Education Administration
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Hawaii At Manoa
High School Diploma -
Kauai High School