Business Development Partner

MICHAEL JORDAN, Ed.D.

Educational Innovation Leader & Technology Strategist

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Dynamic educational leader with over 30 years of experience spanning K-12 administration, higher education, and business consulting. Known for driving transformational improvements through innovative technology integration and data-driven leadership. Track record includes transforming school performance to achieve first-time AYP status while raising math proficiency from 20% to 78% through strategic technology initiatives. Successfully managed a $12M building and technology renovation project while maintaining educational excellence. Pioneer in implementing Pennsylvania's first secondary school Response to Intervention program. Expertise in developing sustainable frameworks for data-driven instruction and future AI integration, coupled with creating comprehensive professional development programs that measurably enhance teacher effectiveness.

STRATEGIC EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP (2012-Present) Partner & Educational Innovation Consultant Core Leadership Areas:

AI & Technology Integration

oLead organization-wide AI implementation initiatives

oDesign and execute digital transformation programs

oDevelop frameworks for technology-enhanced learning environments

oCreate data-driven decision-making systems

Educational Program Development

oDesign sustainable technology integration frameworks

oDevelop comprehensive assessment and implementation systems

oGuide organizations through digital transformation

oCreate innovative solutions for emerging educational challenges

Professional Development & Training

oDesign and deliver professional training programs focusing on technology integration

oEstablish and lead professional learning communities across organizations

oDevelop mentorship programs for emerging leaders

oImplement data-driven evaluation systems for measuring professional growth

PRINCIPAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Senior Principal, Grades 1-8 Southeast Delco School District - Darby Township School (2010-2012)

Led school to achieve first-time AYP in institution's history through strategic technology integration

Developed and implemented comprehensive technology-enhanced teaching methodologies across all grade levels

Created sustainable frameworks for digital integration and data-driven instruction

Established metrics-based evaluation systems for tracking student achievement

Implemented transformative behavior management system integrating data analytics and positive reinforcement strategies

Strengthened school community through innovative parent engagement and community partnership initiatives

Principal, Middle School Central Dauphin School District - Swatara Middle School (2003-2010)

Directed $12M building and technology renovation project while maintaining educational excellence

Improved 8th-grade mathematics proficiency from 20% to 78% through implementation of data-driven instruction

Established Pennsylvania's first secondary school Response to Intervention program

Created and implemented innovative school-wide positive behavior system that became district-wide model

Fostered robust parent and community partnerships through strategic engagement initiatives

Led technology integration initiatives resulting in measurable improvements in student engagement

Established data-driven behavior tracking system enabling targeted interventions and measurable improvements

Principal, Elementary Central Dauphin School District - South Side Elementary (1999-2003)

Designed and implemented innovative Outdoor Science Learning Lab through collaborative parent and community partnerships

Established foundational systems for technology integration and student assessment

Created frameworks for collaborative educational improvement

Developed and implemented comprehensive positive behavior support system, resulting in 40% reduction in office referrals

Enhanced student achievement through strategic technology initiatives

Built lasting community connections through active parent engagement and local partnerships

Assistant Principal Susquehanna Township School District - Middle School (1998-1999)

Gained critical insights into limitations of demerit-based discipline systems, inspiring later development of innovative positive behavior frameworks

Supervised and evaluated teaching staff while managing student discipline

Collaborated with administration team on school-wide initiatives

Teacher East Stroudsburg Area School District (1993-1998)

Led innovative 5th grade self-contained classroom implementing structured learning groups with rubric-based assessment

Achieved exceptional student engagement through collaborative learning methodologies

Developed and piloted new instructional strategies that were adopted by grade-level teams

Student Teacher & Substitute Teacher (1993)

Gained diverse K-12 instructional experience through substitute teaching assignments

Completed student teaching placements in 1st and 6th grade classrooms

Demonstrated advanced capability in differentiated instruction and classroom management

HIGHER EDUCATION & CONSULTING EXPERIENCE Adjunct Professor & Educational Consultant (2002-2012) Wilkes University, Cabrini University, Widener University, and Roberto Clemente Charter School

Developed and delivered graduate-level principal certification courses

Mentored aspiring educational leaders in technology integration and administrative leadership

Created educational technology integration programs

Led special education program development initiatives

Conducted comprehensive teacher evaluations and observations

Designed professional development frameworks integrating emerging technologies

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management (2024)

oCertificate in Business Administration and Management

oFocus: AI Strategies and Implementation in Education

Penn State University (2025 - In Progress)

oEducational Technology Integration Certificate

oFocus: Technology-enhanced learning design and digital frameworks

Widener University

oDoctor of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Leadership

oDissertation: "Transformational Leadership in Educational Technology"

Lehigh University

oMaster of Elementary Education

oSpecialization in Secondary Social Studies

oBachelor of Science in Business and Economics

oMajor: Marketing

oMinor: International Relations

oConcentration: Theater

HONORS & AWARDS Research & Presentations

PASA Research Fellow Honorary "Seal of Approval" (2008)

oAwarded by Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators for distinguished research in school leadership

National Middle School Association Conference Presenter, Las Vegas (2009)

o"A Middle School's Journey Toward Culturally Responsive Teaching as a Vehicle for the Improvement of Discipline and PSSA Performance in Mathematics"

Eastern Education Research Association Conference Presenter (2009)

o"Transformational Leadership: One Principal's Journey to Creating a Healthy School Community"

Doctoral Research Focus: Culturally Responsive Teaching and Its Impact on Mathematics Achievement and School Climate

MILITARY SERVICE United States Air Force (1985-1988)

Member of the 1987 All Air Force Wrestling Team

Developed foundational leadership skills through strategic operations management

Distinguished service record with focus on organizational efficiency and team development

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP)

National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)

Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators (PASA)

International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Educational Technology Integration Data-Driven Decision Making AI Implementation Strategies Digital Learning Platforms Student Information Systems Learning Management Systems Performance Analytics Professional Development Frameworks

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