BOBY GEORGE JOHN

**** ****** ***** ****, *****, TX 972-***-**** Email: adb7gv@r.postjobfree.com

Favorite Quote: "A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives." -Jackie Robinson

Summary:

Talented school administrator with 10+ years of global experience in upper level school management who believes in servant leadership and is passionate about making education a positive experience for all stakeholders, be it, students, teachers or parents. Recent Major Accomplishments: Last 6 years

Completed TX EC-12 Superintendent certification.

Achieved Distinction in Science for an Improvement Required Charter School in Plano, TX.

Achieved Distinction in College Readiness for an Improvement Required Charter School in Plano, TX.

Major contribution to acquisition of $40M in private bond funds to buy three school buildings; supervised construction of three buildings and renovation/expansion of other buildings; saved millions of dollars with excellent negotiating skills.

Directed and supervised the construction of three K-12 school buildings - $25 million Budget

Directed and managed one to one laptop initiative for 1400 students of the district for six years – Over $5 million budget per annum.

Directed and supervised technology-driven Project Based Learning Initiative for the district

Skill Highlights:

Strong Leadership/Mentoring Skills

Exemplary Team Building Skills

Excellent Negotiation Skills: Saved Millions for the school district.

Excellent Organizational Skills

Curriculum Planning and Implementation

Diverse/Minority Community Relations

District/State Assessment Coordination

Creative Problem-Solving

Budget Development/Management

Schedule Management

Project-Based Learning

Experience: 08/2018 to 06/2019: Be A Champion, Inc Regional Director - DFW: August 2018 to June 2019

Design, develop & oversee implementation of all programs of the DFW region. This includes: 1. Oversee fifty-three ISD and ten Public Charter after-school Meal Programs. 2. Oversee eight after-school enrichment programs and school support services. 3. Oversee partnership alignment and contract management with school sites & district leadership regarding facility use and academic progress of Members. 4. Oversee site logistics relevant to daily program implementation including staffing, supply procurement & distribution, special events and curriculum planning 5. Member behavior, discipline, support, and advocacy for 450 Members. 6. Manage current fee-based services; including afterschool and summer camps. Expand services to include additional meal sites and other enrichment programs. 7. Oversee registration process for all programs. Ensure all memberships are current and paid for.

8. Hire, train, supervise & evaluate Area Manager and by extension all program staff, over 120 employees. Maintain a supportive, energetic and effective team of Field Supervisors, Quality Assurance Officers and program support staff.

9. Design, develop, and oversee implementation of all professional development for local leadership and site staff.

10. Adapt programs to meet community needs on a continual basis. Participate in organization- wide planning efforts.

11. Track and Monitor tools to measure program effectiveness. Train staff in these tools and report findings to Chief Executive Officer on an on-going basis. 12. Participate in budgeting process and oversee all appropriate expenditures. Meet income goals relating to membership and fees.

13. Maintain constant accurate data including, site performance, member attendance and demographics.

14. Develop high awareness of programs in the community including outreach to superintendents of school districts, school principals and teachers, provider committees and parent associations. Act as primary community liaison with regard after-school programs and meal services. Maintain excellent relations with partners, students and parents. Experience: 06/2012 to 07/2018: Legacy Preparatory Charter District Senior Director of District Operations: November. 2014 to July 2018

1. Managed all the Operational affairs of the district. Worked very closely with the Superintendent. 2. Helped the district acquire $40 million in private bond funds to buy three school buildings in Mesquite and Plano.

3. Supervised the construction of all three school buildings operated by the school district. Saved millions of dollars by negotiating the right deals. 4. Helped lead the district create an exemplary Operations Department. Took the district from operational chaos to model best practices in running the operations of the district. 5. Helped lead the district create a financially sustainable expansion plan. 6. Helped lead the district create a sustainable financial growth plan. Took the district from a

$500000 negative balance to more than 1 million yearly cash fund balance for the last 3 years. 7. Led the district in the procurement of a new school management system (SKYWARD) that fit the needs of a 21st century school district.

8. Led the district get rid of its antiquated school management system and back office financial services

9. Led the transition from the old school management software into the new system. 10. Helped create new Finance Department for the district at half the cost of the existing back office financial services provided by JR3. Saved $250000 annually for the school district. 11. Helped create a respectable cash fund balance for the district 12. Worked with the investors to build a brand-new High School in Mesquite and renovate an existing Medical Plaza building for the elementary school. 13. Supervised the expansion and renovation of the Plano campus. 14. Helped the district receive $685000 in INSURANCE Claims for Hail Damage. 15. Created FIVE YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN to improve financial stability of district. 16. Created Exemplary Five-year FORECAST for BOND COMMITTEE. 17. Helped the district receive EXEMPLARY STATUS AWARD from TX. DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE. 2. K- 12 Principal/Senior Director, Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy: July 2013 to November 2014, Plano, TX.

Transformed Legacy Richardson Campus from Improvement Required to Distinction Status in one year

Developed and established campus goals and objectives based on school data.

Helped link the campus instructional programs and the use of financial and human resources to the District's goals and objective.

Provided direction to staff in implementing campus goals and objectives. Interacts and meets with staff to assist in their professional development.

Maintained a close working relationship with school-based and District-level administrators to ensure information exchange, coordination of efforts, and general support for the decision-making process.

Reported on the status of curriculum and instructional programs and services, including assessment and evaluation information, at the request of the Superintendent.

Assisted in organizational analysis and development.

Assisted in the development of policies and administrative guidelines for curriculum and instructional services.

Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and STRR (Safety/Trust/Respect/Responsibility) behavior.

Manage, evaluate and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school.

Establish the annual master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students.

Supervise the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.

Supervise effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards, consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of Legacy.

Ensure a safe, orderly environment that encourages students to take responsibility for behavior and creates high morale among staff and students.

Responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of students, employees and visitors.

Develop clearly understood procedures and provide regular drills for emergencies and disasters.

Train Teachers on implementing Project Based Learning methods in their classrooms.

Communicate regularly with parents, seeking their support and advice, so as to create a cooperative relationship to support the students in the school. 3. Assistant Principal/Director/District Technology Director, Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy

June 2012 to July 2013, Richardson, TX.

Assist the Sr. Director in the development and establishment of the campus goals and objectives.

Assist in communicating and carrying out established policies to the school community.

Assist the Sr. Director/Superintendent to implement New Tech Network programs for the district.

Supervised and lead technology integration and networking infrastructure for the brand new district opening August, 2012.

Supervise the purchase of computers/laptops for students and staff for the district.

Implement project-based learning methods and activities for the district.

Help the Sr. Director hire and maintain staff and faculty who are compatible with the philosophy, values, vision and mission of the school.

Assist in completion of records and reports and in the supervision and inventory of necessary supplies, textbooks, equipment and materials.

Assist the Superintendent to manage the Richardson Campus when she assumed the role of Principal of the Mesquite campus.

Assist in creating the Legacy website and its maintenance.

Assist in setting up and managing email accounts for the district staff and students.

Assist the Superintendent in creating forms, steps, procedures for new student enrollment.

Assist the Superintendent in the marketing and advertising efforts of the district. Principal, River Rock Academy: April 2009 to May 2012, Dallas, TX.

Promoted the school to parents and potential students, to assist in meeting enrollment goals.

Provided parents accurate information regarding our school, such as the daily schedules, assessment test, tuition and fees.

Conducted presentations and provided tours to parents and their families.

Maintained day to day operations of the campus including, locating outside contractors and vendors as needed.

Maintained financial records to ensure all expenses did not exceed our allotted budget.

Data entry, student file reviews and assisted in various other duties as assigned.

Worked with University of Nebraska Lincoln and Texas Tech High school to offer their online high school programs for homeschool students. Executive Director, Bridge Builder Academy: May 2006 to April, 2009 Plano, TX

Started the school with two other partners and worked as its director for three years.

Oversee Home School program, including implementing policies, scheduling, conducting interviews and registering students.

Correspond with parents and teachers to ensure proper communication among everyone.

Maintain complete and accurate student records. Both Academic and Financial.

Procure supplies as needed from vendors and suppliers.

Correspond with University of Nebraska Lincoln and Texas Tech High school to ensure compliance with their requirements.

Principal, Kodaikanal Christian School January 2001 to December 2001 Kodaikanal, TN, INDIA

Established the school as one of the best Christian schools in South India.

Led a team of 35 teachers from different parts of the country.

Supervised the admission of students and promoted student retention.

Directed proper instruction and discipline of students on the campus and at designated school functions.

Oversaw development and maintenance of administrative policies and procedures for the school, including the Student Handbook, and Teacher Handbook.

Supervised the maintenance of complete records (cumulative files and health records) for all students and personnel.

Made recommendations regarding employment and supervised the maintenance of employment files and records for staff.

Oversaw all school-wide programs.

Supervised office operations.

Principal, Asian Christian High School: March 1995 to August 1999, India

Worked as the founding Principal of the school.

Directed the affairs of the school to make it a very successful school with more than 900 students in four years.

Developed and led a successful team of 60 teachers and 20 support staff. Manager, Asian Christian Academy: June 1992 to August 1994, Hosur, India

Was responsible for the development activities of the Seminary.

Helped the Seminary with its outreach efforts and established it as a channel of blessing to the local people.

Education:

Superintendent Certification Course: January 2017 - December 2017: UNT and Region 10’s Executive Leadership Program:

Masters in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies: December 2012 University of Texas, Arlington

Arlington, Texas, USA

Master of Arts: English Language and Literature: May, 1992 University College, Kerala University

Trivandrum, Kerala, INDIA

Bachelor of Arts: English Language and Literature: May 1990 Catholicate College

Pathanamthitta, Kerala, INDIA

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