Tustin, California, United States
Principal of Red Hill Lutheran School (Preschool - 8th grade) facilitating the development of a professional learning community; use data to guide decisions and improve student learning; direct the formulation and implementation of operational procedures and practices; plan, develop, and implement instructional objectives; design and implement procedures to evaluate instructional program effectiveness; assist in planning and conducting staff development opportunities; plan, develop, and carry out public and community relations activities. Provide overall leadership of the school ministry.
Responsible for management and development of Adult Degree Programs (Bachelor level). Oversight of three academic program directors, adjunct faculty and curriculum for 40+ higher level courses taught in a “hybrid” teaching environment utilizing Blackboard course management software. Instructor *ALA 404, Educational Psychology (spring, 2007- current). *ALA 304, Your World in Context (fall 2010-current).
Responsible for developing strategies/partnerships between Concordia University and Educational & Business entities in the People’s Republic of China. Developed/implemented new MA International Studies program from inception in 2005 with 16 students to enrollment of 48 students (2007). Provided leadership in teacher placement sites and logistics in China for students and faculty / staff during program. Instructor AEdu 201, History and Culture of Western Education (team taught with Dr. Mary Scott in Shenzhen, China – fall, 2006). Instructor MAIS 503, Contemporary Issues and Conditions in China via WebCT platform (spring, 2007). Instructor Educ 301, Psychological Development of Diverse Learners (spring, 2007 - 2009). Invitee/participant – CUS Leadership Conference, January 4-6, 2007. Identified by CUI Administrative Leadership to attend in preparation for upcoming CUS/CUI leadership roles and responsibilities.
Administered recruitment efforts for 400 new students to Concordia University on an annual basis. Responsible for marketing / advertising efforts. Directly supervised staff of 6 admission counselors who worked throughout territories in the U.S. to recruit students for Concordia University in Irvine, CA. Integrated efforts within and throughout the Concordia Foundation, Concordia University System, and the Lutheran education system. Assisted in the awarding of over $8 million in financial aid annually.
Executive Committee; Economic Development Committee; Legislative Affairs Committee; Profit Connection - past President
Administered school of 400 students in Preschool – 8th grades. Directly supervised all curriculum (review, selection, development) and instruction of teachers / staff. Managed and developed a team of 16 teachers and two directors in addition to 20 support staff members. Marketed the school to local community parents and civic leaders. Responsible for developing and managing an annual budget in excess of $2 million dollars.
Administered school of 250 students in Preschool – 8th grades. Directly supervised all curriculum (review, selection, development) and instruction of teachers / staff. Managed and developed a team of 8 teachers and one director in addition to 11 support staff members. Marketed the school to local community parents and civic leaders. Responsible for developing and managing an annual budget of $750,000.
Teacher – 7th & 8th grades / Coach / Athletic Director: Taught 30 students in a self-contained, multi-subject classroom. Coached 5th – 8th graders in basketball and softball programs. Directed athletic activities of the school sports programs for boys and girl’s volleyball, basketball, softball, and track.