Todd Bishop
Brighton,ON
Summary
After 22 years in a public management position I'm pursuing an opportunity in a sales position. Manager with excellent client oversight, issue resolution, relationship-building expertise and strong collaborative skills leading to optimum outcomes. I'm focused on offering expertise in building partnerships, retaining key accounts and enhancing profit channels. Strong leader with proficiency in growing professional network, influencing decision-makers and devising successful strategies. Collaborative and strategic team leader with robust background in leadership.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuing Education Instructor
Trent University
2017.01 - Current
- Developed and implemented an online professional program for Principals
- Provide instruction throughout the year to candidates seeking to become Principals
- Constantly aligned the goals of the course to current issues and Ministry of Education requirements
- Assess and provide feedback to candidates to support them in achieving the necessary course qualifications.
Elementary School Principal
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
2006.01 - 2023.09
- Successful led 4 elementary schools over an 18 year span
- Successful in developing positive and productive relationships with diverse school communities
- Well developed ability to communicate with a variety of professional services to enhance student programming
- Provided ongoing support and feedback to all members of the school community to focus on the development of school and personal goals
- Mentored new Principals to understand the role and to develop their organizational skills
- Well developed understanding of conflict and managing it to a successful resolution
- Made hiring decisions to support the needs of a school and community
- Managed and maintained a budget for the school and support community efforts to fundraise
- Was a part of the local Principal leadership group as a member and then chair which also served as a provincial voice.
Elementary School Vice-principal
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
2002.09 - 2006.01
- Engaged as a Vice-principal in 3 different elementary schools
- Supported the Principal as directed.
Elementary School Teacher
Toronto District School Board
1996.09 - 2002.08
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
University of Western Sydney
Sydney, AustraliaBachelor of Arts, Majors in Politics and Economics -
Trent University
Peterborough, OntarioSkills
- Data driven decision making
- Presentation and communication skills
- Analytical expertise to make decisions
- Building a Collaborative Environment
- Time Management
- Relationship Development
- Mentoring
- Exceptional Public Speaker
- Strategic Decision Making
- Results Orientated
- Client Engagement and Active Listening
- Lifelong Learner with a focus on product mastery
Professional Development
- Anti- Islamophobia Training (2023)
- Equity and Diversity Training (2022)
- Introduction to Human Resources - Managing a Unionized Environment (2020)
- Coaching Skills and Mentoring People (2015-2017)
- Managing People and Giving Feedback (2017)
- Threat Assessment Training (2015)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (2014)
Community Service
- Canadian Ski Patrol at Brimacombe, 2011-2020, Kirby, Ontario
- Head Coach Whitby Eagles Softball, 2010-2017, Whitby, Ontario
References
Mike Menheere, Executive Officer, Safe Schools, 1 (905) 767-5236 John Goheen, Principal, Beatrice Strong Public School, 1 (905) 269-5252 Bryan Beers, Principal, Dr. Emily Stowe Public School, 1 (647) 459-2348 Amanda Barrett, Principal, Stockdale Public School, 1 (613) 827-6740
Timeline
Continuing Education Instructor
Trent University
2017.01 - Current
Elementary School Principal
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
2006.01 - 2023.09
Elementary School Vice-principal
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
2002.09 - 2006.01
Elementary School Teacher
Toronto District School Board
1996.09 - 2002.08
Bachelor of Education -
University of Western Sydney
Bachelor of Arts, Majors in Politics and Economics -
Trent University