Jamie Hetrick
Tustin
Summary
Knowledgeable educator with robust background in educational leadership, fostering academic achievement and staff development. Enhanced student performance and cultivated positive school culture through strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills to drive school improvement and ensure operational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Academy Principal
Innovative Education Management
California
01.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the launch and development of the High School Academy (HSA) program as the inaugural Principal, establishing strategic priorities, development timetables, and key deliverables.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a network-wide team of Education Specialists (ESs) and online teachers, fostering professional growth and ensuring high-quality instructional delivery.
- Facilitate collaborative planning sessions and observe online classes to provide targeted feedback, continuously improving instructional quality and driving academic consistency.
- Designed and structured an effective "Small Learning Community" by building positive relationships with students, families, community groups, and sponsoring districts.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Guidance and Online Instruction departments to develop comprehensive course options, student scheduling, and middle-to-high school transition pathways.
- Utilize data-driven insights to monitor student performance, implement intervention strategies for Tier 2 and Tier 3 students, and guide long-term strategic planning.
- Designed comprehensive college application curriculum to guide students through the entire application process.
Intake Guidance Coordinator
Innovative Education Management
California
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Evaluate transcripts of high school students to ensure the credits are appropriate for the students’ post graduation goals.
- Provide support and timely follow up to prospective families of high school students to address transferring of credits to IEM charter schools, possible course options, information related to academic performance, assessments, interventions, graduation, the CA School Dashboard and post graduation goals.
- Support parents through the enrollment process for high school, including high school academy enrollment, transcript enrollment meetings, and course and vendor selection.
- Provide excellent customer service to prospective families, resulting in increased enrollment and increased initial satisfaction with IEM schools.
- Communicate effectively with parents, advisors, and other administrators regarding enrollment and parent issues to ensure a seamless support process.
- Support the development of the High School Academy through mentoring Academy Education Specialists, collaborating with support staff, holding weekly meetings with team members, and recruitment of high school academy students.
- Facilitated communication between departments to support cross-functional initiatives and project success.
SAP Coordinator
Innovative Education Management Sky Mountain Charter School
Southern California
08.2016 - 01.2020
- Developed and coordinated a mobile STEAM program and grew enrollment from 0 to 444.
- Created and implemented a business plan to insure the successful launch of a unique program for students grades K-12.
- Managed program budget of up to $80,000 utilizing funding from multiple sources.
- Communicated regular program updates to local park administration, vendors, parents and staff.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised a staff of teachers, site assistant, drivers, and volunteers of up to 37.
- Organized enrollment, schedule and policies to meet program needs and applicable education codes.
Education Specialist
Innovative Education Management Sky Mountain Charter School
Southern California
06.2012 - Current
- Ensured all students’ academic needs were met through advising families about educational options for students grades TK-12.
- Organized the educational plans, curriculum, reports and files of 25 students grades TK-12.
- Used computer technology such as Google to ensure optimal organization and communication for each family.
3rd, 5th, 6th Grade Teacher at Murdy Elementary School and Thomas Paine Elementary School
Garden Grove Unified School District
Garden Grove, CA
01.2003 - 06.2012
- Improved student test scores on state math tests by implementing new curriculum.
- Demonstrated lessons for teachers and administrators around the district in language arts.
- Co-authored the National Blue Ribbon School application, which was awarded to Murdy Elementary in 2009.
- Served on the School Discipline Committee and revised the policies and expectations.
- Created and implemented an after-school student mentoring and tutoring program to boost students performance and motivation.
- Differentiated the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technology.
Senior Director
SCORE! Learning Inc.
Orange County, CA
07.1998 - 01.2002
- Led two separate learning centers in Orange County to meet total revenue of $500,000 per year.
- Coordinated and conducted regional training seminars for full time directors.
- Managed training of new directors in educational theories and concepts.
- Analyzed monthly profit and loss report and conducted weekly team meetings to set goals and manage performance.
Education
Masters of Education -
Concordia University
Irvine, CAMultiple Subject Teaching Credential - undefined
Concordia University
Irvine, CABachelors - Communication
University of California
San Diego, La Jolla, CASkills
- Private college counselor
- Employee performance evaluations
- Staff management
- Verbal and written communication
- Training and mentoring
- Community engagement
Certification
Administrative Services Credential
Community Involvement
- Foothill High School Dance Team Booster President, April 2024 - April 2026
- PTO President, Foothill High School, May 2022 - May 2024
- Education Foundation Board Member, Foothill High School, 2020 - 2025
Timeline
High School Academy Principal
Innovative Education Management
01.2023 - Current
Intake Guidance Coordinator
Innovative Education Management
01.2020 - 01.2023
SAP Coordinator
Innovative Education Management Sky Mountain Charter School
08.2016 - 01.2020
Education Specialist
Innovative Education Management Sky Mountain Charter School
06.2012 - Current
3rd, 5th, 6th Grade Teacher at Murdy Elementary School and Thomas Paine Elementary School
Garden Grove Unified School District
01.2003 - 06.2012
Senior Director
SCORE! Learning Inc.
07.1998 - 01.2002
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - undefined
Concordia University
Bachelors - Communication
University of California
Masters of Education -
Concordia University