R. Kevin Sims
Monticello,IN
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Delphi Community Schools, enhancing teacher effectiveness and fostering community partnerships. Skilled in clear communication and data-driven decision-making, I championed student leadership initiatives and increased parental involvement, driving significant improvements in student outcomes and school culture.
Experienced with educational leadership, focusing on fostering academic excellence and school improvement. Utilizes strategic planning and policy implementation to drive student success and faculty development. Track record of building collaborative environments and effectively managing school operations.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Principal
Delphi Community Schools
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Fostered partnerships with local businesses providing internships job shadowing experiences preparing students real-world success.
- Addressed disciplinary issues promptly and fairly, upholding a consistent standard of behavior expectations across the school community.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices to inform instructional strategies and improve student outcomes.
- Increased parental involvement by organizing informative events and fostering open lines of communication.
- Created opportunities for student leadership development through clubs, sports teams, and other extracurricular activities.
- Coordinated college and career readiness initiatives, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue their post-secondary goals.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement in instruction quality.
- Established strong relationships with community organizations to enhance student learning opportunities outside the classroom.
Assistant High School Principal
Delphi Community Schools
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Enhanced school culture by promoting positive behavior and implementing various engagement strategies.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the school community, creating an inclusive atmosphere that celebrated differences.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted student involvement and cultivated leadership skills among participants.
- Partnered with parents and community members to foster strong relationships and support academic achievement.
High School Athletic Director
Delphi Community Schools
08.2014 - 08.2020
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements, ensuring compliance with state regulations at all times.
- Oversaw coach salaries, pay rates and all other program budget aspects.
- Mentored coaches on best practices in leadership, communication, and sportsmanship to enhance their skills and impact on athletes.
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
- Organized successful sporting events such as tournaments, meets, and league games that showcased athletes'' talents and achievements.
- Boosted fundraising efforts for athletic department through targeted campaigns and community partnerships.
Physical Education/Health Teacher/Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Rensselaer School Corp
08.2009 - 08.2014
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that enriched students'' understanding of health topics within various contexts.
- Improved student retention rates by implementing engaging and interactive instructional techniques.
- Fostered strong relationships between schools and local healthcare providers, arranging guest speakers and field trips for students to gain real-world insights into the field of healthcare.
- Increased parent involvement in children''s education by establishing open lines of communication and organizing regular parent-teacher conferences.
Physical Education/Health Teacher/Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Southeast Fountain School Corp.
08.1983 - 08.1988
- Developed effective classroom management strategies to maintain focus and minimize disruptions during instruction.
- Enhanced student comprehension of complex health concepts through the use of visual aids and hands-on activities.
- Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessments, providing constructive feedback to help them reach their full potential.
- Developed and implemented health education programs to help individuals and communities improve health and well-being.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Purdue University Calumet
Hammond, IN12-2012
Master of Science - Secondary Educational Leadership
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN06-1989
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Health
Saint Joseph's College
Rensselaer, IN05-1979
Skills
- Clear and concise communication
- Building strategic connections
- Educational leadership
- Principled leadership
Timeline
High School Principal
Delphi Community Schools
08.2022 - 05.2025
Assistant High School Principal
Delphi Community Schools
08.2020 - 08.2022
High School Athletic Director
Delphi Community Schools
08.2014 - 08.2020
Physical Education/Health Teacher/Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Rensselaer School Corp
08.2009 - 08.2014
Physical Education/Health Teacher/Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Southeast Fountain School Corp.
08.1983 - 08.1988
Master of Science - Education Administration
Purdue University Calumet
Master of Science - Secondary Educational Leadership
Indiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Health
Saint Joseph's College
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