Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Management - Experience
Instructionalleadership - Experience
Regionaloperations - Experience
Publicrelations - Experience
Professional Development
Communityvolunteer
Training
Timeline
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Vallrey Crump

Manager
Flint,MI

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Director/ Academic Director

Imagine Schools
01.2017 - 01.2024
  • Streamlined operations for 3 schools and improved efficiency by evaluating existing processes and introducing innovative solutions.
  • Served as a mentor to 6 emerging leaders, sharing knowledge and expertise while fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth.
  • Monitored staff performance by actively engaging in and observing day-to-day activities.
  • Championed organizational culture change initiatives that fostered collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.

Regional Representative

Ohio Council of Community Schools
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Monitored and evaluated 12 schools and drove process improvements and increased efficiency.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, effectively addressing individual school compliance while maximizing overall improvement.
  • Conducted regular meetings per month to prepare for compliance checks and management of data.
  • Coached Administrators on school laws and requirements to insure compliance.

Regional Superintendent

Whitehat Academies Management
01.2013 - 01.2014

Responsibilities included

  • Managed large urban school with 500 students, multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
  • Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
  • Fostered positive school culture, organizing events and initiatives that promoted inclusivity and student well-being.
  • Implemented comprehensive teacher evaluation system, improving teaching standards and student performance.

Principal

Riverside Academy
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Led school improvement efforts for over 500 students, by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
  • Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
  • Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
  • Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership(emphasis in Charter School Leadership)

Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Sociology

Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

Skills

  • Data-Driven Decision-Making
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent Communication
  • Staff Development

Management - Experience

  • Directed and managed large urban schools with academically challenged students
  • Lead, evaluated, trained, supervised and supported staff in K-12 schools
  • Managed Cincinnati Public Schools/ Health & Wellness Student Assistance programs (at-risk students) Withrow HS, Peoples, Project Succeed Academy
  • Performed reviews, audits, and compliance evaluations in schools as a representative for Ohio Council of Community Schools- charter school authorizer for Ohio Department of Education

Instructionalleadership - Experience

  • Lead Principals, Academic Coaches and Building Level teams in implementing school improvement and monitoring plans (Ohio Improvement Plans)
  • Guided, trained and assisted Principals in developing action plans, assessments, monitoring progress, accessing outcomes and establishing best practices.
  • Provided relevant professional development to Principal, Academic Coach and Lead teachers focusing on addressing content knowledge, data, assessment and improved instructional practice.
  • Directed, observed and monitored teachers lesson plans, curriculum, teaching materials, strategies and classroom instruction.

Regionaloperations - Experience

  • Implemented policies and procedures across functions including operations, finance, human resources, fundraising, facilities management
  • Represented the management company as the Board Liaison-attended and presented monthly reports to School Board and School Sponsor/Authorizer.
  • Experience in problem-solving skills, management, and handling multiple tasks
  • Analyzed information skillfully and in a timely manner

Publicrelations - Experience

  • Positive communicator who presents with experience and public speaking skills.
  • Directed Marketing strategies, researched competition, resulted in increased enrollment.
  • Increased connection to community through strategic plans that resulted in community organizations partnering with the schools.
  • Social media- Lead social media team staff to create an action plan to improve school image and enhance marketing efforts, which resulted in increased enrollment.

Professional Development

  • Presented at workshops, conferences and in classrooms
  • Designed, presented, and facilitated staff development training programs
  • Project management experience in planning, implementation, and tracking
  • Effective record in training Positive School Culture, Positive Behavior Support Discipline (K-12) and Closing the Achievement Gaps in low performing students.

Communityvolunteer

  • School Board Founder member & Board Chair- Mount Auburn Sabis International College Preparatory Academy- Cincinnati, Oh., Cincinnati, OH
  • Project Succeed Planning Committee Team- Cincinnati Public Schools- Committee Chair/Health and Wellness Program- Counseling & Social Skills(K-12), Cincinnati, OH
  • Eastside Mental Health Counseling - Board Member- Cincinnati, Ohio, Cincinnati, OH

Training

  • School Compliance/ State Regulations
  • Science of Reading
  • Tableau
  • Scantron
  • OTES
  • MTSS
  • Special Education
  • At-Risk Students
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Peer Mediation
  • Substance Abuse
  • Grief/Loss
  • Behavior Modification
  • Financial Management
  • School Board Training
  • Student Recruitment and Marketing

Timeline

Regional Director/ Academic Director

Imagine Schools
01.2017 - 01.2024

Regional Representative

Ohio Council of Community Schools
01.2014 - 01.2017

Regional Superintendent

Whitehat Academies Management
01.2013 - 01.2014

Principal

Riverside Academy
01.2010 - 01.2013

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership(emphasis in Charter School Leadership)

Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Sociology

Central Michigan University
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