Mike Gorman
Cottonwood
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Round Valley Unified School District, excelling in data analysis and stakeholder engagement. Spearheaded curriculum development initiatives, enhancing student performance and fostering a collaborative environment. Adept at contract negotiation and crisis management, ensuring compliance and safety across K-12 settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent of Schools
Round Valley Unified School District
Covelo
07.2013 - 06.2024
- Monitored student performance data to identify areas of improvement in teaching methods or curriculum design.
- Created reports regarding student achievement data or program effectiveness for review by higher authorities.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, community members, and other stakeholders to create a safe learning environment for students.
- Supervised the development of curriculum for K-12 schools to ensure alignment with state standards and goals.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors providing educational materials or services to the district.
- Represented the school district in meetings with local government officials or other agencies.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from parents or guardians regarding their children's academic progress.
- Observed teaching methods and examined learning materials to determine areas needing improvement.
Principal
Klamath Trinity Joint Unified School District
Hoopa
07.2006 - 06.2013
- Promoted an atmosphere of respect amongst students by enforcing disciplinary codes consistently throughout the school year.
- Ensured that all classrooms are equipped with necessary materials needed for successful instruction delivery including textbooks, computers, lab equipment .
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends.
- Organized regular meetings with faculty members to discuss issues related to instruction, assessment strategies and classroom management techniques.
Education
Administrative Credential - School Adminstration
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA06-2006
M. Ed - Physical Education
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA07-2000
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Linfield College
McMinnville, OR06-1990
Skills
- Data analysis
- Curriculum development
- Program evaluation
- Contract negotiation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Budget management
- Instructional leadership
- Performance monitoring
- Community relations
- Community engagement
- Legal compliance
- School safety
- Crisis management
- Labor relations
- Construction supervision
- Special education
References
- Peter Bauer- President Round Valley Unified School District School Board (707)-354-4541
- Mark Smith- Principal Round Valley High School 2013-2022 (707)-496-3844
- Jason Morse- Current Superintendent Mendocino Unified (707)-357-5190
- Warren Galletti- Current Superintendent Point Arena Unified (707) 272-1624
- Chris Thomas- Former Superintendent Round Valley Unified (707) 350-5167
Timeline
Superintendent of Schools
Round Valley Unified School District
07.2013 - 06.2024
Principal
Klamath Trinity Joint Unified School District
07.2006 - 06.2013
Administrative Credential - School Adminstration
Humboldt State University
M. Ed - Physical Education
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Linfield College
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