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objective

seeking to utilize advanced education, administrative classroom experience, fiscal competence and communication skills in a challenging superintendent assignment.

 

career profile

ø  upcoming doctorate, (area of focus, etc., expected date).

ø  masters of educational administration, elementary education.

ø  b.s., physical education.

ø  certificate of advanced study in educational administration.

ø  extensive supplemental education training and studies.

ø  over 15 years of successful classroom teaching and administrative experience.

ø  expertise in achievement of highest quality educational standards.

ø  skilled in oversight of over 700 students, 81 staff personnel and a $300,000 budget.

ø  knowledgeable in special needs/gifted programs.

ø  skilled in lesson planning and curriculum development.

ø  proven staff leader, developer and motivator.

ø  effective in classroom facilitation.

ø  particular capacity to develop effective organizational methodologies.

ø  wide-ranging expertise communicating intangible concepts to varied audiences.

ø  exceptional platform and public speaking skill sets.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with strong detail orientation.

ø  excellent communications and presentation skills.

ø  record of progression to positions of increasing responsibility and authority.

ø  illinois principal association.

ø  association for supervision, curriculum and development.

ø  kankakee county administrators association, past president.

ø  district gifted advisory council.

 

professional experience

kankakee school district #111                                                                                                   1994 - present

principal, kennedy middle school (2000-present)

       promoted to assume comprehensive authority for educational development at this 738-student unit due to outstanding performance in previous assignment (see below).

       orchestrate recruitment, evaluation and management of staff of 81 professionals in delivery of highest quality instruction.

       plan and execute budget of $300,000.

       coordinate with faculty, administration and district to upgrade learning environment.

       develop outstanding and positive relationships with students, parents and community.

       exercise utmost diligence in achievement of school and district mission.

 

assistant principal, kennedy middle school (1999-2000)

       advanced to assume wide-ranging responsibilities as the #2 administrator.

       tasked with supervision of staff, student direction and advisement, scheduling and discipline.

       designated at athletic director and evaluator of certified staff.

       directed student advisory process.

 

physical education teacher, lincoln cultural center (1994-1996)

       recruited to facilitate regular and special education classes in grades k-12.

       orchestrated physical education methodologies for impact program aiding moderate to severely socially/emotionally disordered student.

 

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education

roosevelt university, chicago, il

ph.d, area of concentration, expected date

coursework completed, 2007, abd

 

governors state university, university park, il

master of science, educational administration, 1994

administrative certificate #1485620-type 75

 

eastern illinois university, charleston, il

bachelor of science, physical education, 1988

 

illinois state university, normal, il

certificate of advanced study in educational administration, 2001

superintendent certification #1926436

 

 

professional development

electronic resources and tools for school safety and crisis management, 2008

social __________ intelligence: when nclb is not enough, 2008

rti: response to intervention, 2007

leadership training, 2006

family, communities and schools working together to make nclb a reality, 2006

the school leadership standards: a roadmap for leadership, 2006

curriculum mapping for school improvement, 2005

the digital leader school: using technology successfully, 2004

positive behavioral intervention systems, 2004

digital leader workshop, 2004

character counts training, 2003

diversity training, 2002

standards aligned classroom, 2002

urban education partnership grant, 2001

legal workshop on student discipline, 200

 

community involvement

provena st. mary s hospital auxiliary, 2004-present

kankakee valley park district citizens committee, 2000-present

zonta club of kankakee, 1994-present

junior league of kankakee, 1994-present

kankakee girls softball league board member, 2006-2007

st. martin s school board member, 1994-1996

bishop mcnamara alumni board member, 1994-1997

 

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cover letter text

 

date

 

 

 

hiring agent name

title

kankakee school district

address

city, state   zip code

 

dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity as assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include an upcoming educational ph.d, a m.s., educational administration, a certification of advanced study in educational administration and a b.s. degree, as well as over 14 years of successful experience with the kankakee district.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, staff supervision and mentoring, fiscal management, community involvement and achievement of organizational education goals.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could continue to be a valuable asset to the kankakee school district, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to our organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

kathleen e. o connor

 

 

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thank you letter text

 

 

date

 

contact name

kankakee school district

address

city/state/zip code

 

dear _______________________________:

 

i would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the kankakee district assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction position currently available.  having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, i am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving the district s goals.

                                                         

as you are aware, i am an enthusiastic, disciplined team player eager to continue a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff.  i believe you will find my dynamic management, coordination and communications skills vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to our success.

 

should you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.  again, thank you for the enlightening interview.  i look forward to your response.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

kathleen e. o connor