Tara Dupuis
Sawyer,MN
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Energetic and motivated with extensive knowledge in various subjects. Focused education professional with master's degree in administration and experience helping students achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Fond Du Lac Reservation
08.2023 - Current
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement, driving initiatives that improved instructional practices and outcomes across all schools in the district.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Championed social-emotional learning initiatives throughout the district to promote mental health awareness among staff members and foster positive coping strategies among students during times of stress or change.
- Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
- Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Developed strong leadership teams within each school to facilitate collaboration, communication, and shared decision-making among staff members.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Strengthened community relationships by engaging with stakeholders, hosting regular forums, and advocating for resources on behalf of the district.
Assistant Principal
Fond Du Lac Reservation
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Oversaw curriculum design process to ensure alignment with state standards and best practices in education.
- Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
Coordinator of Nandagikendan
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
01.2010 - 05.2015
- Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with students and local schools.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts, coordinating and planning all activities for a summer program for youth.
Ojibwe Language Instructor
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Assisted students in preparing for standardized language exams, resulting in higher scores and improved academic standing.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Coordinated special excursions to local points of interests and more extensive study trips to expand learning for Ojibwe-language students.
- Boosted student confidence in speaking and comprehension abilities by providing consistent feedback and guidance during practice sessions.
- Enhanced student understanding of complex linguistic concepts through the use of real-world examples and engaging materials.
Education
Superintendent Licensure - Education Administration
05.2024
Principal Licensure - Education Administration
07.2012
Master of Arts - Education
05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Education
05.2003
Associate of Arts - Human Services
05.2002
High School Diploma -
06.1989
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Employee Motivation
- Presentations
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Program implementation
- Leadership Development
- Instructional Leadership
- School Board Proposals
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Superintendent - Fond Du Lac Reservation
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal - Fond Du Lac Reservation
08.2021 - 08.2023
Ojibwe Language Instructor - Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
08.2011 - 06.2012
Coordinator of Nandagikendan - Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
01.2010 - 05.2015
University of Minnesota Moorhead - Superintendent Licensure, Education Administration
University of Minnesota Duluth - Principal Licensure , Education Administration
University Of Minnesota Duluth - Master of Arts, Education
University Minnesota Duluth - Bachelor of Science, Education
FDLTCC - Associate of Arts, Human Services
Cloquet Senior - High School Diploma,
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