Tim Jetton, M.Ed. Angelo State University College of Education Department of Curriculum and Instruction [email protected] Education
M. Ed. Educational Administration, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX, 2011
BS Kinesiology & Biology, Sul Ross State University, Alpine, TX, 1996
Professional Certifications
Texas EC-12 Principal State Board for Educator Certification – 2011 Biology State Board for Educator Certification – 1996 Life / Earth Science State Board for Educator Certification – 1996 Secondary Physical Education State Board for Educator Certification – 1996
Professional Experience
Adjunct Instructor C&I, Angelo State University, San Angelo, Tx.
Assist the lead professor and instructor with student contact and scoring Courses Taught (online): Leadership 6363 Fall B 2017
Principal Grape Creek Independent School District, San Angelo, TX, 2016 – 2018
Facilitate the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality instruction through T-TESS evaluations, setting goals to improve performance, and collaboration with teachers. Use a balanced blend of motivational and targeted instruction methodologies to enhance curricula with emphasis on the three ‘R’s - rigor, relevancy and relationships. Utilize “Loose-Tight” leadership to enhance the shared decision-making process. In other words, the leader determines the destination while the teachers determine how to get there. Work closely with district leaders, professional staff, and community partners to increase student success, encourage parental involvement, and build strong community alliances. Demonstrate collaborative leadership and strategically empower others in decision-making. Make decisions based on what is best for all students. Hire and retain superior staff. Maintain high expectations of self, employees and students. Work closely with parents to secure a high level of parental involvement. Identify, create, and evaluate best practices and overall effectiveness of all school departments and programs. Provide a safe and welcoming learning environment for students, teachers, parents, and community. Oversee a staff of over 40 teachers, para-professionals, and support staff.
Assistant High School Principal Iowa Park CISD, Iowa Park, TX, 2013 – 2016
Work collaboratively with the principal, department chairs, campus improvement team, and teachers to ensure that every aspect of this campus operates effectively and promotes what is in the best interest of the students. Establish and maintain attendance policy and protocols. Enforce and establish disciplinary guidelines that promote a safe learning environment for all students. Oversee in-school suspension program and staff. Liaison between high school and the Disciplinary Alternative Education Placement (DAEP) Center. Coordinate and implement school safety initiatives, procedures, and drills. Collaborated on the introduction and implementation of new school safety procedures for the school district which promotes an active role in safety. Collaborated in the development of and helped administer “Bring Your Own Device” and “One To One” technology initiatives. Oversee many other aspects of daily school function. Some of these areas are: budget, campus maintenance, transportation, various academic departments, CTE, extracurricular events, school safety and security, UIL regulations, and staff development and in-service.
Athletic Director Marfa Independent School District, Marfa, TX, 2006 – 2007
Oversaw all athletic events, practices, and activities and assured that they adhered to all University Interscholastic League and Texas Education Agency rules and regulations. Composed and implemented a district wide athletic policy that encompassed all athletic participants and events. Planned and developed a multi-sport schedule that balanced facility use, employees, athletes, and transportation. Supervised and evaluated a coaching staff of ten coaches. Unified athletic programs under one consistent set of expectations and restrictions. Assisted in the development of a bond election for a new gymnasium. Assisted in planning and implementation of the bond issue from beginning through adoption.
Teacher / Coach
Iowa Park High School, Iowa Park, TX, 2009 - 2013
City View Junior / Senior High School, Wichita Falls, TX, 2007 – 2009
Wichita Falls High School, Wichita Falls, TX, 2005 – 2006
Vernon High School, Vernon, TX, 2004 – 2005
Alpine High School, Alpine, TX, 2002 – 2004
Abell Junior High School, Midland, TX, 2000 – 2002
Electra High School, Electra, TX, 1998 – 2000
Bowie Junior High School, Odessa, TX, 1996 – 1998
Professional Development | Professional Training
“T-TESS Training for Administrators” Region IX ESC, Wichita Falls, TX. “Texas School Emergency Planning” Tx. State School Safety Center, San Marcos, TX. “Instructional Leadership Development” (ILD) Region IV Service Center, Houston, TX. “Discipline and Chapter 37 Training” Region IX ESC, Wichita Falls, TX. “Professional Development and Appraisal System” (PDAS) Region IX Service Center, Wichita Falls, TX. “Crisis Prevention Institute” (CPI) Iowa Park CISD, Iowa Park, TX “Discipline with Dignity,” Bureau of Education and Research, Belleview, WA. “Discipline and Chapter 37 Training” Region IX Service Center, Wichita Falls, TX. “School Safety Summit” Region IX Service Center, Wichita Falls, TX. “Behavior Management for Inclusive Settings,” Region IX Service Center, Wichita Falls, TX. “Intervention Team Training,” Region IX Service Center, Wichita Falls, TX. “Cultural Diversity / Expectations for Minority Students,” Region IX Service Center, Wichita Falls, TX. “AEIS-IT Training Workshop,” Region XVIII Education Service Center, Odessa, TX. “House Bill 5 High School Graduation Training” Region IX Service Center, Wichita Falls, TX. “STAAR 3Di Leading Learning: Instruction” Region IX Service Center, Wichita Falls, TX.
Professional Memberships Texas Association of Secondary School Principals