Karen Hartman
Burlington,Ontario
Summary
Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 15 years of experience as Principal for Secondary and Elementary school and district wide leadership. Known for consistently supporting faculty, staff and fellow administrators as an advocate leader. Talented empathic administrator highly successful at motivating teams and streamlining operations while building capacity in teacher leaders and vice principals as they work, learn and grow in the pursuit advanced leadership roles with the district. Analytical problem solver and persuasive communicator with talent for thinking outside box for creative solutions particularly in high stakes and and politically charged situations.
OPC# 8979 OCT# 202110
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Occasional Administrator
Halton District School Board
09.2022 - Current
- Managed human resources functions, including hiring, onboarding, and employee evaluations for optimal team performance.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency in daily operations.
- Developed comprehensive safety protocols to ensure a secure learning environment for all students and staff members.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement in instruction quality.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the school environment, fostering an inclusive atmosphere for all students and staff members.
Principal
Burlington Central School 7-12
08.2021 - 06.2022
- International Baccalaureate (IB), ESL/ELD Centre, French Immersion
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators.
- Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
Principal
White Oaks Secondary School
01.2018 - 01.2021
- International Baccalaureate (IB), ESL/ELD Centre, Community Pathways/Life Skills, LEAP – Grade 8
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Spearheaded successful grant applications leading to increased funding for various school initiatives.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
Principal
Nelson High School
08.2012 - 06.2018
- Self-Contained Gifted, French Immersion
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Evaluated curriculum materials for alignment with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
Principal
Lester B. Pearson High School
08.2007 - 06.2012
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Devised creative fundraising strategies which significantly bolstered available financial resources needed for academic enrichment activities.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
Education
Masters of Education - Course Work
Brock University
St. Catharines, ON05.2003
Bachelor of Education -
Canisius College
Buffalo, NY01.1993
Bachelor of Physical Education (Kinesiology) - Kinesiology
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON12.1991
Skills
- Relationship Building and Interpersonal Skills
- Effective Communicator
- Solution-Oriented, Analytical Thinking
- Critical Thinking and Conflict Resolution
- Instructional Leadership
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Education Administration
- Group Facilitation and Presentations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
District Leadership
- International Baccalaureate District Team, 2018 - Present
- Program Accommodation Review, 2016-2017
- Program Viability Committee, 2015-2016
- Chair of the Halton Secondary Principals’ Association, 2012-2015
- Contract Negotiations & Collective Bargaining, 2015-2016
- PQP Part 2 Instructor - Ontario Principals’ Council, 2012-2015
Professional Learning
- Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pedagogy (CRRP)
- Anti-Black Racism & Indigenous Human Rights Symposium
- Collaborative Problem Solving – Tier 1 & Tier 2
- Growth Mindset
- Hattie’s 10 Mainframes
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Head of School Qualifications
- Behaviour Management Training (BMS)
- Threat Risk Assessment – Level 1
Additional Administration Experience
- Lester B. Pearson High School, Vice Principal, Halton District School Board, 2005-2007
- Abbey Park Secondary School, Vice Principal, Halton District School Board, 2004-2006
- Queen Elizabeth Park School 7-12, Vice Principal, Halton District School Board, 2001-2004
References
- Aiman Flahat, Superintendent of Education , Halton District School Board, flahata@hdsb.ca, (905) 691-0234
- Colette Ruddock, Superintendent of Education, Halton District School Board, ruddockc@hdsb.ca, (905) 691-2326
- Dr. Dean Barnes, Superintendent of Education, Halton District School Board, barnesd@hdsb.ca, (905) 691-0334
Timeline
Occasional Administrator
Halton District School Board
09.2022 - Current
Principal
Burlington Central School 7-12
08.2021 - 06.2022
Principal
White Oaks Secondary School
01.2018 - 01.2021
Principal
Nelson High School
08.2012 - 06.2018
Principal
Lester B. Pearson High School
08.2007 - 06.2012
Masters of Education - Course Work
Brock University
Bachelor of Education -
Canisius College
Bachelor of Physical Education (Kinesiology) - Kinesiology
McMaster University
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