Timothy Colgate

As the principal of a large school with over 1800 students we were able to have many successes, including earning an A letter grade 2022 as measured by the Arizona Department of Education. This was the first time NHS had earned an A rating. During my tenure there were many attributes that I felt contributed to our success:

• Creating a safe and health learning environment for all students and staff.
• Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
• Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
• Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
• Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
• Assessed data to drive classroom instruction and curriculum.
• Working independently and collaboratively in a team environment toward a single goal.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Managed a staff of 150+.
• Managed a budget of $7,000,000.00

As the Principal at Robert M. Bracker Elementary School we were able to earn an A rating in both 2016 and 2018 as determined by the Arizona Department of Education for the first time in school history.

• Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
• Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
• Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
• Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
• Assessed data to drive classroom instruction and curriculum.

• Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
• Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
• Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
• Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
• Attended all home games and provided game management.
• Organized all travel including, transportation, meals, lodging.
• Served on multiple Arizona Interscholastic Committees including: 4A representative to the AIAAA; AIA realignment committee; Spiritline rules committee; Ethics and Sportsmanship committee.
• Kino Region AD of the year, 4 times.
• AIA Everyday Heroes finalist.

• Coordinated all travel and schedules.
• Enhanced athletic performance by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs for student athletes.
• Collaborated with coaches and trainers to optimize workout regimens and injury prevention strategies, resulting in fewer injuries and improved team performance.
• Coordinated successful fundraising efforts for athletic programs, generating necessary resources for equipment upgrades and facility improvements.
• Increased community engagement by organizing outreach events such as sports clinics, athlete meet-and-greets, and charity fundraisers.

• Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
• Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
• Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
• Completed documentation of classroom and individual recordkeeping.
• Collaborated with other teachers to develop, implement, and assess IEP plans.
• Supported school-wide wellness initiatives by leading after-school fitness clubs and organizing health events.

• Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
• Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
• Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
• Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
• Educated on health and wellness education to help students develop holistic understanding and incorporate in everyday life.