Dr. Carolyn L. Ross, Ed.D.
Country Club Hills
Summary
Innovative high school administrator with a proven track record of excellence seeking leadership in a diverse public school district. Skilled in developing and implementing research-based teaching methodologies, adaptive learning frameworks, and effective classroom management techniques designed to address post-pandemic educational and social-emotional challenges. Committed to fostering inclusive environments where teachers and students can thrive, with particular expertise in closing achievement gaps and building sustainable support systems that promote long-term academic success and well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Division Leader of Science & Career Technical Education
Crete-Monee High School
07.2022 - Current
- Provided instructional leadership to teachers by developing effective academic and classroom management strategies that enhanced teaching methods and student learning outcomes
- Utilized differentiated data analysis to implement test-taking strategies that better prepared students for standardized assessments in the sciences
- Evaluated tenured and non-tenured teachers using the Danielson Framework, offering constructive feedback for professional growth
- Facilitated departmental professional development sessions and book studies that challenged traditional perceptions of student learning and introduced innovative teaching approaches
- Successfully created and advocated for dual-credit programs that allowed students to earn credits simultaneously in Science and Career & Technical Education (CTE) courses, expanding educational opportunities and career readiness
- Managed and optimized CTE budgets through IWAS platform for Perkins and CTEI grants, ensuring maximum resource utilization and compliance with funding requirements
- Negotiated and secured over 15 dual credit articulation agreements in both Science and CTE disciplines, expanding advanced learning opportunities for students
- Processed and facilitated more than 30 student work permits in coordination with the Illinois Department of Labor, supporting students' early career development
- Designed and executed two high-engagement family STEM Nights that increased parental involvement and student interest in STEM pathways
- Implemented strategic marketing initiatives for CTE programs, resulting in measurable three-year growth in student enrollment and program retention
- Established and coordinated A+ Certification testing program for Technical Support students, creating an industry-recognized credential pathway that enhanced career readiness
- Strategically implemented Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) preparation modules that significantly improved student performance, closing the achievement gap to within 13 points of the target state mean score
- Orchestrated a comprehensive industry certification initiative that resulted in 459 students earning professional credentials over two years, substantially increasing their employability and post-secondary opportunities
Division Leader of Science & Administrative Dean
Crete-Monee High School
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Led instructional excellence within the science department through comprehensive teacher development and support
- Conducted rigorous evaluations using the Danielson Framework to identify strengths and growth opportunities while fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Introduced innovative approaches to science curriculum implementation, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and real-world applications
- Managed daily departmental operations efficiently, addressing faculty concerns and coordinating resources to ensure optimal teaching conditions
- Developed and implemented effective behavioral intervention strategies that supported teachers and students, creating a positive learning environment conducive to scientific exploration and academic achievement as a half-time Administrative Dean
- Facilitated comprehensive Student Code of Conduct and Parent Handbook orientation sessions, ensuring clear understanding of expectations and fostering a positive school culture for the 2021-2022 academic year
- Developed and implemented targeted Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) preparation modules that significantly improved student performance, narrowing the achievement gap to within nine points of the state mean score
Administrative Dean
Crete-Monee High School
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Established and implemented a comprehensive student behavior management system while providing targeted support to faculty addressing classroom conduct challenges
- Led teacher evaluations using the Danielson Framework for Teaching, delivering constructive feedback that fostered professional growth and improved instructional practices
- Developed proactive intervention strategies that significantly reduced disciplinary incidents while maintaining a positive learning environment conducive to academic achievement and social-emotional development
- Designed and delivered specialized professional development workshops for paraprofessional staff on evidence-based classroom management techniques, enhancing their ability to support diverse student needs and strengthen classroom dynamics
- Established and implemented a structured reintegration protocol for students returning from disciplinary actions, incorporating collaborative parent-student-educator conferences that resulted in measurable improvements in behavioral outcomes and a significant reduction in repeat infractions
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL05-2024
Master of Arts (MA.Ed.) - School Improvement Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL08-2010
Master of Arts (MAT) - Secondary Education
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL12-2006
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Biology
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH11-1998
Skills
- Financial management
- Performance tracking and evaluation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Staff development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Managing operations and efficiency
Certification
- PEL, 134605, IL
- Superintendent, PreKindergarten through Age 22, IL, 06/2024
- General Administrative, Kindergarten through Grade 12, IL, 07/2010
- Science-Biology, Senior HS - Grade 9 through Grade 12, IL, 01/2007
Evaluation Qualifications
- 2000, IL Performance Evaluation - Principal Evaluation Training for Pre-Qualified Principal Evaluators, 05/2023
- 3000, IL Performance Evaluation Retraining: Student Growth, 05/2021
- 1801, IL Gathering Evidence During Observations and Conferencing Using the Danielson Model, 05/2021
- 2001, IL Performance Evaluation - Teacher Evaluation Training, 05/2019
Publications
Comparing Discipline Pre-COVID-19 to Post-COVID-19, 05/2024
Timeline
Division Leader of Science & Career Technical Education
Crete-Monee High School
07.2022 - Current
Division Leader of Science & Administrative Dean
Crete-Monee High School
07.2021 - 06.2022
Administrative Dean
Crete-Monee High School
08.2019 - 06.2021
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
University of St. Francis
Master of Arts (MA.Ed.) - School Improvement Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
Master of Arts (MAT) - Secondary Education
Concordia University Chicago
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Biology
Central State University
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