Educational and organizational leader with extensive experience in diverse learning environments. Demonstrates strong proficiency in addressing the needs of various learners and managing challenging behaviors. Committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere that promotes success for both students and staff. Aims to leverage leadership skills to drive innovative educational initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Administrator
Southwest West Central Cooperative Educational Learning Center
Windom, Minnesota
07.2024 - Current
Managed responsibilities of licensed staff and support personnel.
Conducted formal observations for licensed staff.
Facilitated seamless collaboration between districts within southwestern Minnesota.
Developed effective intervention plans based on behavioral analysis.
Applied crisis management expertise to address and resolve student incidents.
Maintained effective communication with families and local districts.
Managed site budget approvals.
Led team discussions to align strategies and goals effectively.
Collaborated with Special Education Directors and site administrators.
Facilitated administration of MCA, MTAS, FastBridge, and ACCESS assessments.
Stay informed on current Minnesota Department of Education standards.
Maintained proficiency in current Special Education legal standards.
Maintained logs documenting occurrences of student suspensions and physical restraints.
Managed construction projects for buildings.
Conducted routine safety drills, including ALICE, to enhance school security.
Elementary Principal
Minneota Public Schools
Minneota
07.2023 - 06.2024
Managed operations of licensed and support staff.
Recruited candidates for open roles.
Directed Professional Learning Communities.
Completed formal observations of licensed staff.
Led implementation of PBIS programs.
Directed curriculum development for preK-12 levels.
Participated in IEP meetings to discuss student needs.
Oversaw development and management of 504 plans.
Facilitated clear communication with staff, families, and the community.
Resolved behavioral issues with effective strategies.
Provided support to High School Principal.
Supervising community events (games, concerts, fundraisers, etc.)
Provided detailed updates during each school board session.
Coordinated Title 1 funding applications.
Oversaw administration of state assessments.
Fostered partnerships with local Catholic school for project implementation.
Elementary Teacher
Sauk Centre Elementary
Sauk Centre, Minnesota
08.2019 - 06.2023
Taught and managed daily educational activities for Kindergarten and 2nd Grade.
Collaborated with three Kindergarten teachers as well as three 2nd grade teachers.
Cultivated supportive atmospheres promoting engagement and academic growth.
Collaborated with team members to discuss project details.
A member of our Student Intervention Team.
Assistant Football, Basketball, and Baseball Coach.
Presented details to community regarding School Referendum.
Contributed to employee onboarding process.
Scheduled and coordinated 2-hour delayed starts for the organization.
LETRS training participant.
PLC team member.
Contributed to discussions on effective leadership strategies.
IEP representative.
Mentoring Student Teachers.
Created individualized instructional plans.
Elementary Teacher
Wadena-Deer Creek
Wadena, MN
08.2018 - 06.2019
Managed curriculum and instruction for 4th-grade students.
Collaborated with a team of three 4th grade educators.
Created a welcoming space that motivated students in their learning journey.
Coached junior high football and basketball teams.
Education
Administration License -
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, MN
06.2023
Educational Leadership -
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, MN
12.2021
Elementary Education -
University of Minnesota Morris
Morris, MN
05.2018
Skills
Relationship building and networking
Staff and educator guidance
School safety and security
School culture
Instructional leadership
Team collaboration
Timeline
Site Administrator
Southwest West Central Cooperative Educational Learning Center
07.2024 - Current
Elementary Principal
Minneota Public Schools
07.2023 - 06.2024
Elementary Teacher
Sauk Centre Elementary
08.2019 - 06.2023
Elementary Teacher
Wadena-Deer Creek
08.2018 - 06.2019
Administration License -
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Educational Leadership -
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Elementary Education -
University of Minnesota Morris
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