Amanda Ganey
Mascoutah
Summary
Dynamic instructional leader who facilitates quality improvements in all academic and organizational processes. Well versed in instructional strategies and curriculum management and development with key strengths in team building pursuits delivering measurable progress in student and staff performance objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Superintendent
Columbia CUSD 4
06.2024 - Current
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining processes and effectively delegating tasks to team members.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, optimizing allocation to support high-quality instruction throughout the district.
- Mentored new educators in effective teaching methods and classroom management techniques, fostering professional growth within the district.
- Supported the integration of social-emotional learning components within core curriculum areas, contributing to a well-rounded education for all students.
- Implemented technology integration initiatives, promoting digital literacy among students and staff alike.
- Analyzed student data to identify trends and areas in need of improvement, guiding strategic planning efforts for curriculum enhancement.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of instructional materials, ensuring alignment with established standards and appropriate rigor for student success.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative environment for effective curriculum development.
- Aligned district curriculum to state and national standards, ensuring compliance and improving overall performance.
- Championed differentiated instruction techniques to address individual learner needs effectively within mainstream classrooms settings.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and community members, emphasizing transparency in educational decision-making processes.
- Assisted schools with intervention programs targeting at-risk students while focusing on bridging achievement gaps through targeted support measures.
- Implementing ongoing assessment strategies to monitor progress towards learning objectives on both individual and collective scales regularly.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by modeling reflective practice and encouraging feedback from educators, administrators, and stakeholders alike.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop innovative instructional strategies for improved student outcomes.
- Provided professional development opportunities for educators, ensuring consistent implementation of instructional best practices.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
Superintendent
Lebanon CUSD 9
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed district-wide policies and procedures for curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development.
- Reviewed existing instructional materials to ensure alignment with state standards and district initiatives.
- Conducted regular meetings with school principals to discuss progress towards meeting district goals.
- Provided guidance on budgeting issues and implementation of educational programs.
- Assisted in the recruitment and hiring of new teachers and administrators.
- Monitored student performance data to identify areas needing improvement or additional resources.
- Coordinated with local businesses to create internship opportunities for students.
- Facilitated communication between school staff, parents, community members, and other stakeholders.
- Organized workshops to train teachers on best practices in teaching methodology.
- Collaborated with government agencies to secure funding for educational projects.
- Established protocols for reporting incidents of bullying or harassment in schools.
- Evaluated existing school safety measures and identified areas requiring improvement.
- Oversaw the maintenance of facilities including classrooms, libraries, cafeterias.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding student rights, special education services.
- Served as a liaison between the district office and individual schools within the district.
- Analyzed test results from standardized tests administered throughout the year.
- Worked closely with superintendents from other districts to coordinate activities related to shared objectives.
- Managed personnel records such as attendance reports, salary information.
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Met and worked with internal teams to recognize and discuss current and future needs.
- Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks.
- Supervised personnel to carry out maintenance on properties, buildings and fixtures.
- Developed and maintained strong customer-focused relationships with stakeholders.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies and student behavior or learning problems.
- Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.
- Determined allocations of funds for classroom supplies and materials, authorizing purchases.
- Prepared drafts of course schedules and descriptions to estimate staffing and facility requirements.
Pre-K-12 Principal
West Washington County School District #10
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Facilitated a new math program pilot for the Junior/Senior High teachers.
- Coordinated professional development for our instructional programming with other districts.
- Managed and coordinated the K-6 aftercare budget, staffing, and community communication.
- Coordinated sporting events with the athletic director.
- Attending 5th-6th grade sporting events.
- Developed a new teacher mentor program.
- Facilitated the Open Up Math pilot for grades 7-12.
- Developed and supported the RTI program through 8th grade.
- Supported the adoption of using NWEA MAP Growth as our new K-8 universal screener.
- District Test Coordinator for testing K-12.
- Managed SIS reporting.
- Managed the WINS program.
- Input all performance evaluation ratings in EIS.
- Oversaw the curriculum budget and funding in ESSER 2 and 3.
- Collaborated on the school budget analyzing both revenue and expenditures.
- Reviewed EBF and the impact to the fiscal year school budget.
- Spearheaded a school improvement plan using goals developed using data and stakeholder input to support our school vision and mission.
- Produced an enrollment projection for the next five years for our district.
- Developed a long and short term facility master plan.
- Partnered with outside districts to conduct professional development for our educators.
- Founded and managed the new after care program.
- Reported to the board on the after care budget, professional development, and curriculum monthly.
- Coached teachers on developing curriculum maps to include essential and supportive standards.
- Advised RTI to conduct monthly RTI student data meetings to track progress.
- Attended all IEP meetings.
- Oversaw activity funding for K-12.
- Communicated with staff, families, and the communities with a bi-weekly district SMORE newsletter.
- Organized all school social media platforms.
- Attended and supervised IHSA Events
- Attended and represented the Lady Rockets at State Championship
- Partnered with the athletic director and participated in AD/Principal Cahokia Conference Lunch Meetings
- Worked with principals on Cahokia Conference expectations
Pre-K-6 Principal
West Washington County School District #10
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed platform for instructional practices design through data-driven decision-making using AimsWeb through the RTI process.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies through professional development.
- Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
- Led a committee to evaluate and update our district MTSS program to fit the current needs of students.
- Piloted and evaluated the Lexia program with my MTSS staff and students.
- Presented and oversaw the AIM, social-emotional program, for grade K-12.
- Oversaw teachers write and develop grade level curriculum using open educational resources.
- Researched and wrote applications for educational grant and developed grant budgets.
- Reviewed standardized test results to assess student progress and academic performance.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle using Danielson.
- Oversaw and guided school employees while giving focused feedback for improvements.
- Evaluated the school staff evaluation plans and developed both short and long-term goals for the program.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Interacted positively with staff to demonstrate professional conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.
- Established and led building committees that supported PBIS, Teacher Leadership, and Instructional programs.
- Participated on all interview selection committees.
- Communicated and scheduled interviews for all selected interview candidates.
- Developed district job descriptions.
- Developed multiple teacher committees to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Developed staff and community surveys on topics including curriculum, school programming, and instructional technology applications.
- Oversaw afterschool programs and monitored activities for safe and encouraging learning environment.
- Established and implemented an extended time program including all stakeholders in the development.
- Coordinated with school personnel, parents and students to determine disciplinary actions for behavioral issues.
- Attend and report at all monthly school board meetings.
- Attend all professional development supported by the district to help me grow as a leader.
Assistant Principal
O'Fallon District 90 School District
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Coordinated all PBIS Tier 1 and Tier 2 Meetings
- Monitored and evaluated both certified and non-certified staff members
- Led and organized SIP professional development at the elementary building level
- Attended and collaborated with both the curriculum director and educators at professional workshop days
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs
- Established a new school vision for our building Supported the building PBIS program in updating procedures and practices to support the need of every unique individual child
- Collaborated with staff from every grade level to improve the effectiveness of procedures both within and outside of the building
- Assisted with the development of student action plans with our student assistance team
- Coordinated and led a staff book study focusing on the current needs of students and how to improve instructional practices
- Shadowed a Student for a Day and provided feedback to my building staff
- Maintained and updated school website
- Coordinated and facilitated Essential 5 Survey for building staff
- Planned and collaborated with the O'Fallon Police Department for our 4-E Training
- Represented Schaefer Elementary on the district crisis team
- Led an IAR committee of primary teachers to support the test proctors and students testing
- Led the development of the mindfulness program to support the needs of our social-emotional students
- Collaborated with our Title Grant Director to help allocate funding
- Evaluated academic performance using data from our assessment tool
- Applied for an instructional grant though the Mathematics Center to help support the implementation of Number Corner in our building
- Attended the ELA IAR Pearson Rangefinding Conference in Miami, Florida Coordinated professional development with another district
- Presented ELA IAR workshop at a different district's professional development meeting Consulted with building administrators throughout our district to collaborate and maintain consistent procedures
- Attended professional development meetings to foster my growth as an administrator
- Established the electronic monthly school newsletter
- Encouraged grade level team building and collaboration through planned activities at our student improvement meetings
- Supervised and attended PTO meetings and family functions at school
- Partnered with my principal to interview and hire all needed certified and non-certified staff
- Partnered with the D90 Behavior Interventionist to begin initiating a new social-emotional AIM curriculum Coordinates, supports, and attends AIM book study for BD/ED department
- Organized, monitored, and maintained the D90 YouTube Channel
2nd Grade Teacher
Mascoutah School District
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Teacher mentor
- Led 2nd grade team in implementing teacher created instructional math guide
- Organized and led our building Young Authors Program
- Chaired the 2nd Grade Hallway Advisory position
- Developed and designed a new detention room
- Presented and supported new behavior plan with staff
- Coordinated and oversaw the Guided Math and Number Talks Professional Development meetings
- Trained and instructed teachers on TenMarks
- Piloted the Number Corner in my classroom
- Surveyed teachers using the new instructional math guide
- Researched and formulated a budget plan for new instructional whiteboards to be replaced in classrooms
4th Grade Teacher
Mascoutah School District
08.2008 - 05.2016
- Participated in the "Teaching American History Grant in the Elementary Classroom" through St. Clair ROE (2009)
- Spearheaded the Spelling Bee (Grades 3-5)
- Collaborated with SIUC with assessing science lessons for the state board of education
- Attended the Coal Conference at Rend Lake Resort (2013)
- Attended the Oil Conference at Rend Lake Resort (2015)
- Orchestrated the Family ISAT Night Guided teachers with implementing NGSS in the classrooms
7th/8th Grade Multi-Subject Teacher
Belleville District #118
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Taught Science, ELA, Social Studies, and Health to both 7th/8th grade classes
- Created individual behavior plans with appropriate rewards and consequences
- Coached Spelling Bee students
- Coordinated and led 7th and 8th grade Student Council
- Coached 7th/8th grade track Tutored a home bound 8th grade student after school hours
Education
Educational Leadership, Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
Saint Louis University
St Louis, MO07.2023
Specialist of Education - Superintendent
Saint Louis University
St Louis, MO06.2022
Master of Arts - Educational Administration And Leadership
McKendree University
Lebanon, IL05.2019
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
McKendree University
Lebanon, IL12.2006
Skills
- Employee performance evaluations
- Standardized testing and scoring
- Curriculum development and oversight
- Student performance data
- Organizational leadership
- Employee oversight
- Team collaboration
- Program evaluation
- Teaching and learning assessments
- Policy implementation
- Instructional leadership
- Instructional coaching
- School improvement
- Student engagement
Affiliations
Nominated for the Stanley C. Golder Leadership Award 2021
Certification
Licensed K-8 Teacher in Illinois and Missouri
Licensed K-12 Administrator in Illinois and Missouri
Licensed Superintendent in Illinois and Missouri
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent
Columbia CUSD 4
06.2024 - Current
Superintendent
Lebanon CUSD 9
07.2023 - 06.2024
Pre-K-12 Principal
West Washington County School District #10
07.2022 - 06.2023
Pre-K-6 Principal
West Washington County School District #10
07.2021 - 06.2022
Assistant Principal
O'Fallon District 90 School District
07.2019 - 06.2021
2nd Grade Teacher
Mascoutah School District
08.2016 - 05.2019
4th Grade Teacher
Mascoutah School District
08.2008 - 05.2016
7th/8th Grade Multi-Subject Teacher
Belleville District #118
08.2007 - 05.2008
Specialist of Education - Superintendent
Saint Louis University
Master of Arts - Educational Administration And Leadership
McKendree University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
McKendree University
Educational Leadership, Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
Saint Louis University
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