Jenn Lockhart
Calgary,AB
Summary
Educational leader offering over 20 years of experience. Offers dynamic communication skills and builds lasting relationships and partnering with students, families, and colleagues. Excels in building team and culture to collaborate and demonstrate shared vision. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as an advocate leader. Excellent organizational ability and passion for students to reach their full potential.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Principal
Bearspaw Christian School
08.2018 - 02.2024
- Strengthened teacher collaboration through establishment of professional learning communities focused on student achievement and school culture.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement strategies.
- Supported staff to align teaching to Teacher Quality Standards and develop growth plans to assist them in professional growth as well as alignment with school's Education Plan.
- Collaborated with admin team to align school goals with broader strategic objectives focused on improving overall system performance levels across key indicators.
- Improved instructional practices through ongoing coaching, mentoring, and targeted professional development opportunities for teachers.
- Evaluated teacher performance using multiple measures including observation data, student growth outcomes, and stakeholder feedback for informed decision-making on staffing matters.
Elementary Vice-Principal
Bearspaw Christian School
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Served as an approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within the school community.
- Regularly met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
- Monitored academic progress of all students through regular review of assessment data to identify trends and potential areas of growth or concern.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop curriculum improvements, resulting in increased student engagement and achievement.
- Promoted a safe learning environment by enforcing school policies, addressing bullying issues promptly, and conducting regular safety drills.
Resource Coordinator
Bearspaw Christian School
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Familiarity with Alberta's Education Act and regulations pertaining to special education services and inclusive education practices and using that knowledge to complete funding documentation for AB Education.
- Ability to assess students' learning needs, conduct educational assessments, and interpret assessment data/Ed Psych reports to develop Individualized Program Plans (IPPs).
- Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers, support staff, administrators, parents, and external agencies to provide appropriate support and accommodations for students with special needs.
- Managed a caseload of special education students, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and IPP meetings.
- Skill in designing and implementing differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students in inclusive classrooms.
- Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children.
- Facilitated IPP meetings multidisciplinary team meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Advocated for appropriate resources and supports necessary for special education students to succeed academically and socially.
- Supported teachers, educational assistants and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IPPs.
Elementary Teacher/Vice-Principal
Bearspaw Christian School
08.2006 - 08.2012
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication, involving parents in their child's educational process, and involvement in school events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education, With Distinction
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK1997
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Instructional Coaching/Mentorship
- Organization
- Classroom Management
- Student Discipline
- Continuous Learning
Timeline
Elementary Principal
Bearspaw Christian School
08.2018 - 02.2024
Elementary Vice-Principal
Bearspaw Christian School
08.2015 - 08.2018
Resource Coordinator
Bearspaw Christian School
08.2012 - 06.2015
Elementary Teacher/Vice-Principal
Bearspaw Christian School
08.2006 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Education, With Distinction
University of Saskatchewan
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