Dedicated and mission-driven leader with nineteen years of experience in educational data, research, and professional education
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Superintendent
Mississinewa Community Schools
01.2023 - Current
Incorporates and utilizes student achievement data to design effective professional development.
Develops fiscally responsible professional learning that minimizes time away from students.
Promotes teacher leadership and data-driven instructional practices.
Sets and monitors high expectations for student achievement aligned to mission/vision.
Collaborates with staff to intensively focus on student learning and accountability.
Engages with stakeholders regarding student achievement and growth.
Creates supportive, transparent, and respectful learning environments.
Communicates effectively to build consensus and implement research-based strategies for continuous improvement.
Principal
Westview Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2013
Assistant Principal
Mississinewa High School
01.2006 - 01.2011
Education
Education Specialist Degree -
Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN
01.2023
Principal’s Licensure Program - undefined
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
01.2009
Master of Education - undefined
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
01.2007
Bachelor of Science - K-12 Physical Education, K-12 Health and Safety
Manchester College
North Manchester, IN
01.2002
Skills
Policy implementation
Safety oversight
Conflict mediation
Quality assurance
Field coordination
Collaborative leadership
School event coordination
Instructional leadership
Community engagement
Academic administration
School safety
Community relations
Policies and procedures implementation
Enrollment management
Process improvements
Policy and procedure development
Group facilitation and presentations
Emergency preparedness
Staff development
Student and parent relations
Transportation management
Records management
Goal planning
Educational staff supervision
Educational technology
Student program coordination
Teacher training
Codes of conduct
Parent communication
Schedule coordination
Performance management
Fundraising
Learning standards
Facilities management
Human resources
Faculty management
Team building
Public relations
School leadership
Teacher development
Relationship building
Stakeholder collaboration
Data-driven instruction
Attention to detail
Mission planning
School community relations
Performance improvement
Responsible and dependable
Decision-making
Team collaboration
Google drive and classroom
Student registration
Performance evaluations
Mission statement development
New student orientation
Events coordination
Safety and security procedures
Policy development
Recruiting and hiring
School board proposals
Needs assessment
Administrative management
Staff leadership
Coaching and mentoring
Professional Profile
Dedicated and mission-driven leader with nineteen years of experience in educational data, research, and professional education, seeking to contribute to the Indiana Youth Institute as Vice President of Data, Research & Professional Education. Passionate about improving the lives of Indiana’s youth through data-driven insights and high-impact professional learning. Skilled in leading strategic initiatives that empower youth-serving professionals and organizations. Committed to fostering cross-functional collaboration, advancing equity, and translating complex research into actionable solutions that influence policy and practice statewide.
Professional & Educational Activities
Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents – Aspiring Superintendent Cohort #4
Radiant Health – Board Member
Former Gas City Area Chamber of Commerce – Board Member
United Way of Grant County – Allocation Committee
Grant County School Safety Commission – President
School Safety Specialist – Mississinewa Community Schools
Indiana Association of School Principals – Member
Grant County Community Foundation – Education Panel Member
Varsity Baseball Coach – Mississinewa High School
Indiana High School Baseball Coaches Association – Member
Presenter – Taylor University Crisis Response Training
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent
Mississinewa Community Schools
01.2023 - Current
Principal
Westview Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2013
Assistant Principal
Mississinewa High School
01.2006 - 01.2011
Principal’s Licensure Program - undefined
Indiana Wesleyan University
Master of Education - undefined
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - K-12 Physical Education, K-12 Health and Safety