Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Professional Development Highlights
Timeline

Ryan Broshar

Elkhorn Public Schools
Elkhorn,NE
26
years of professional experience

Dedicated educational leader fostering a collaborative culture with high expectations. Engages stakeholders in decision-making to drive school improvement. Passionate about effective teaching and teacher development, recognizing the classroom teacher's impact on student success. Committed to ensuring all students receive quality instruction through targeted teacher development initiatives.

Work History

Iron Bluff Elementary Principal

1 Year 4 Months
Elkhorn Public Schools | 07.2025 - Current
  • Directed the comprehensive launch of a brand-new elementary school, establishing a vision and mission for the school, created school operating systems, and recruited, hired, and onboarded staff members to establish a positive school culture.
  • Supervised teachers and support staff, providing feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations.
  • Collaborated with district leaders to implement policies, compliance requirements, and improvement goals.
  • Analyzed assessment data to guide interventions, enrichment, and instructional planning.
  • Facilitated staff development sessions focused on classroom management, literacy, and instructional best practices.
  • Strengthened teacher collaboration through the establishment of professional learning communities focused on student achievement.

Principal, Westridge Elementary

10 Years 10 Months
Elkhorn Public Schools | 01.2016 - Current
  • Supervised and evaluated certified and classified staff to enhance instructional quality
  • Led school improvement initiatives at Westridge Elementary to foster student achievement
  • Developed and facilitated professional development programs to support school improvement goals
  • Manages daily and annual responsibilities of school operations
  • Participated in Elkhorn Public School District MTSS Team meetings to support student intervention strategies.
  • Contributed to Elkhorn Public School District Tech Committee by discussing technology integration in classrooms.
  • Engaged with Elkhorn Public School Foundation Board to support funding initiatives for educational programs.

Principal, Westgate Elementary

3 Years
Westside Community Schools | 01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Supervised and evaluated certified and classified staff to enhance instructional quality
  • Developed and facilitated professional development aligned to school improvement
  • Developed and facilitated professional development to support school improvement goals
  • Managed daily and annual school operations to ensure a safe and effective learning environment

Teacher Leader, Westgate Elementary

2 Years
Westside Community Schools | 01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Performed assistant principal duties such as student behavior plans/discipline, evaluation of classified staff members, and helped support school improvement and building level professional development
  • Led instructional coaching to strengthen classroom practice and student engagement.
  • Facilitated collaborative planning sessions aligned with curriculum and learning goals.
  • Mentored teachers through feedback, modeling, and professional learning support.

Sixth Grade Teacher, Westgate Elementary

3 Years
Westside Community Schools | 01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Executed daily lesson plans and implemented district curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
  • Engaged in leadership training program at Westside to develop skills.
  • Planned standards-based lessons aligned with district curriculum and student learning goals.
  • Delivered differentiated instruction to support diverse learners and strengthen classroom engagement.
  • Assessed student progress using formative data to adjust instruction and interventions.

Varsity Basketball Coach, Westside High School

3 Years
Westside Community Schools | 01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Led the Westside Girls’ Basketball High School program
  • Directed practice plans to develop basketball fundamentals, team strategy, and game readiness.
  • Evaluated player performance to adjust lineups, roles, and in-game tactics.
  • Supervised athlete conduct to reinforce discipline, sportsmanship, and program standards.

Sixth Grade Teacher, Andersen Middle School

2 Years
Millard Public Schools | 01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Executed daily lesson plans and implemented district curriculum
  • Facilitated staff development sessions at Anderson Middle School, fostering collaboration and professional growth among educators
  • Delivered standards-aligned instruction across core subjects, supporting diverse learners through differentiated lesson planning.
  • Assessed student progress using formative and summative data to adjust instruction and strengthen academic growth.
  • Collaborated with grade-level teams to align curriculum, share instructional strategies, and maintain classroom consistency.

Fifth Grade Teacher, Northwest Elementary

2 Years
Ankeny Community Schools | 01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Execute daily lesson plans and implement district curriculum
  • Designed standards-aligned lessons supporting literacy, math, science, and social studies instruction.
  • Differentiated classroom activities to meet diverse learning needs and reading levels.
  • Assessed student progress using formative data and adjusted instruction for mastery.

Second Grade Teacher, Northwest Elementary

3 Years
Ankeny Community Schools | 01.2001 - 01.2004
  • Executed daily lesson plans and implemented district curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
  • Designed standards-aligned second grade lessons supporting literacy, math, science, and social studies mastery.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs through small groups, interventions, and enrichment.
  • Assessed student progress using formative data to adjust pacing, grouping, and instructional support.

Education

Education Specialists - Education

Doane University | Crete, NE | 12-2025

Master - Educational Leadership

Doane College | Crete, NE | 05-2009

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls, IA | 05-2001

Skills

Instructional leadership
Instructional coaching
Effective leadership
Transformational leadership
Collaborative
Results driven
Leadership effectiveness
Networking skills
Communication skills
Servant leader
Data analysis

Affiliations

  • Nebraska Council of School Administrators
  • National Association of Elementary School Principals

Professional Development Highlights

  • Effective Literacy Instruction / Iowa Reading Research Center 2019
  • Elkhorn Essential Skills 2016-2019
  • Explicit Instruction / Anita Archer 2015
  • Gallup Strengths for Education / Jerlene Mosley 2012-2015
  • Personal Learning / Jim Rickenbaugh 2013-2015
  • 90/90/90 summit / Chicago, IL 2013
  • The Art and Science of Teaching / Robert Marzano 2013
  • Gallup Making Hope Happen / Shane Lopez 2013
  • School Wide Positive Behavior Support / Diana Browning Wright 2010-2013
  • Boys Town Training / Maria Nielsen 2010-2012
  • Supervision Training / Suzy Jones 2011-2012
  • Essential Elements of Instruction / Suzy Jones 2008-2011

Timeline

Iron Bluff Elementary Principal

Elkhorn Public Schools
07.2025 - CurrentRead More

Principal, Westridge Elementary

Elkhorn Public Schools
01.2016 - CurrentRead More

Principal, Westgate Elementary

Westside Community Schools
01.2013 - 01.2016Read More

Teacher Leader, Westgate Elementary

Westside Community Schools
01.2011 - 01.2013Read More

Sixth Grade Teacher, Westgate Elementary

Westside Community Schools
01.2008 - 01.2011Read More

Varsity Basketball Coach, Westside High School

Westside Community Schools
01.2008 - 01.2011Read More

Sixth Grade Teacher, Andersen Middle School

Millard Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2008Read More

Fifth Grade Teacher, Northwest Elementary

Ankeny Community Schools
01.2004 - 01.2006Read More

Second Grade Teacher, Northwest Elementary

Ankeny Community Schools
01.2001 - 01.2004Read More

University of Northern Iowa

Bachelor of Science from Education
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Doane College

Master from Educational Leadership
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Doane University

Education Specialists from Education
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Ryan Broshar