Peter Fackenthall
Auburn, ,Washington
Summary
Dedicated educational leader with a strong commitment to serving school teams, students and families. Recognized for exceptional relationship building and strategic leadership at Auburn Adventist Academy and PUC Preparatory School.
Proven expertise in fostering community partnerships, spearheading major events, and enhancing educational programs.
Skilled in communication and fundraising, contributing significantly to student success and stakeholder satisfaction.
Aims to further drive positive outcomes in educational settings while promoting positive values and individual achievement .
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - Social Studies -
Auburn School District
Auburn, WA
09.2024 - Current
- Create classroom environment appropriate for student learning, as well as physical, social, and emotional development.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Engage students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Support individual growth and academic development.
- Establish positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Principal -
Auburn Adventist Academy
Auburn, WA
07.2017 - 06.2024
- Supported the mission of Adventist Education, "Collaborating for learning excellence through faith and service."
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents and students, alumni, and members of the community to ensure a positive and safe learning environment.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families, alumni, and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
- Collaborated with the Growth & Development department to establish philanthropic programs and alumni events, building stakeholder support and raising funds for Auburn Adventist Academy.
- Delivered inspirational messages at assemblies, church services and special occasions.
- Organized regular meetings with faculty members to discuss issues related to instruction, assessment strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Developed strategic plans for major school events and activities, including fundraising banquets, music concerts, and board meetings.
- Served as a liaison between the school administration, local government agencies, and external organizations involved in educational programs, including the Walla Walla University Board.
- Directed school human resources including hiring, training, policy enforcement, and legal compliance.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
Principal -
PUC Preparatory School
Angwin, CA
07.2009 - 06.2017
- Developed positive relationships with students, teachers, alumni, and the local community.
- Managed school administration operations and organized schedules, annual budget, and school curriculum.
- Coordinated with Pacific Union College on shared facilities usage and master calendar of the shared campus.
- Organized fundraising activities, including a fall holiday letter, regular communication with donors, and a yearly scholarship assistance campaign.
Independent Contractor -
United Van Lines
Kent, WA
06.1999 - 06.2009
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Observed strict quality standards for box and furniture packing, avoiding damage or destruction of items.
- Unloaded customer goods at the destination with care, ensuring that all items were accounted for and placed in their appropriate locations.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including budgeting and financial reporting.
- Brought in substantial word-of-mouth business based on quality of work and customer service skills.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Managed quality control and ensured customers' satisfaction by providing excellent customer service throughout the entire moving process.
- Demonstrated flexibility, adapting to unexpected changes or challenges during moves.
Education
Washington State Principal Certification - Educational Administration
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA07-2026
Master of Arts - Administration & Leadership
La Sierra University
Riverside, WA06-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
Walla Walla Community College
College Place, WA06-1994
Skills
- Relationship building and networking
- Interpersonal relationships
- Major gifts solicitation
- Public speaking
- School event coordination
- Communications expert
- Budget creation
- Stewardship of donors
- Schedule oversight
- Group facilitation and presentations
- Strategic leadership
- Event planning
- Entrepreneurial
- Planned giving programs
Timeline
Teacher - Social Studies -
Auburn School District
09.2024 - Current
Principal -
Auburn Adventist Academy
07.2017 - 06.2024
Principal -
PUC Preparatory School
07.2009 - 06.2017
Independent Contractor -
United Van Lines
06.1999 - 06.2009
Washington State Principal Certification - Educational Administration
Eastern Washington University
Master of Arts - Administration & Leadership
La Sierra University
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
Walla Walla Community College
Affiliations
- Walla Walla University Board, Invitee - K-12 Representative, 2019 - 2024
- Washington Federation of Independent Schools, Board Member (2017-2023); Board Chair (2022-2023)
- Ski Instructor, Crystal Mountain Resort, 2018-2020
- Philanthropic Service for Institutions (PSI) Conference, June 2018
- Pacific Union College, Invitee - Secondary School Representative, 2009-2017
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