DAN GASS
London,ON
Summary
Accomplished Vice Principal with a proven track record at London and District Catholic School Board, enhancing academic standards and fostering a safe, inclusive environment. Expert in organizational leadership and interpersonal strengths, significantly improved teacher effectiveness and student success. Skilled in staff management and student orientation, adept at building strong relationships within the school community. Enthusiastic Assistant Principal offering [Number]-year history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Organizational leader and educational administrator offering [Number] years of experience as [Job Title] for elementary school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice Principal
London and District Catholic School Board
02.2002 - 06.2008
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Promoted a safe learning environment by enforcing school policies, addressing bullying issues promptly, and conducting regular safety drills.
- Served as an approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within the school community.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, offering constructive feedback for improvement in instructional delivery methods.
- Championed diversity initiatives in both staffing decisions and curriculum design to create an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Oversaw the hiring process for new staff members to ensure that qualified candidates were selected to promote academic excellence within the school community.
- Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
- Oversaw scheduling, orientation, and other support areas.
Teacher
London District Catholic School Board
09.1981 - 02.2002
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Urban And Regional Planning
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON04.1974
Skills
- Multitasking ability
- Organizational Leadership
- Group facilitation and presentations
- Student and parent relations
- Classroom Management
- Discipline management
- Interpersonal strengths
- Relationship building and networking
- Administrative Management
- Public Speaking
- Staff Management
- New Student Orientation
- Safety drills
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Vice Principal
London and District Catholic School Board
02.2002 - 06.2008
Teacher
London District Catholic School Board
09.1981 - 02.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Urban And Regional Planning
University of Waterloo
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