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Jonathan Pippenger Resume

Jonathan Pippenger
549 Gilead Lake Rd., Bronson, MI 49028
517-227-0826
apapippenger@gmail.com
Objective	A position as a teacher or educational leadership.
Profile	Three years experience in administration Two years experience as a principal Six years experience in education. Two years experience planning fundraiser and special events Ability to direct complex projects from concept to fully operational status. Goal-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities. Organized, highly motivated, and detail-directed problem solver. Proven ability to work in unison with staff, volunteers, and board of directors.
Education	M.A., Educational Leadership, Western Michigan University — 2012 Teaching Certification,  Sierra Nevada University — 2001 B.A., English, Adrian College — 1997
Accomplishments
	Program Coordination Successfully established new credit recovery program for high school dropouts. Nearly doubled income from annual fundraising event. Created and managed budgets for multiple divisions. Wrote grants and secured funding for various programs. Developed and implemented transportation program Designed service development plans and conducted operation assessments. Counseled students on defining career and work related goals and objectives. Formulated, wrote, and implemented new student handbooks.
	Management/Supervision Directed recruitment and retention of employees. Trained, supervised and evaluated staff, coached improvement management skills. Resulted in multilateral staff achievement of work objectives. Managed and developed volunteers into goal-oriented, cohesive group. Successfully refined and implemented new projects.

Employment	Temporary Teacher, Burr Oak Community Schools,  Burr Oak Determine Curriculum for all levels of high school literature. Create lesson plans in accordance with effective pedagogical strategies Maintain accurate records of grades and communications.	2009-present
	Principal , St. Mary’s Assumption School, Bronson Developed budget for school. Oversaw expense operations. Procured federal student aid in collaboration with Bronson Community Schools. Developed strategic plans for future. Ensured accreditation requirements were met. Directed transportation of students.	2007-2009
	Lead Teacher/Director, AdvancePath Academy, Ecorse Worked with community group, local employment agencies, and various government programs to create community awareness of our program and establish resources for our students. Trained staff on use of new technology. Consulted curriculum developers on student needs and practical applications of their products in our school.	2006-2007
	Operations Manager, Weedman/Christmas Décor/Eradico, Novi Prepared a coordinated budget among three divisions. Directed recruitment, retention, and training of employees. Purchased materials and serviced equipment. Operated marketing campaign and call center. Provided customer care and education.	2003-2006
Community Involvement	Sturgis Christian Sports League, Athletic Director Sturgis Christian Principals, Member Southwest Michigan Regional Principals, Member Theta Chi, Member
Honors & Awards	Dean’s Highest Honors Nominated to Delta Kappa Pi Nominated to National Honor Society