Jim Leahy
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Rana Naaman
I am very lucky to have worked with Jim for eight academic year. He was a successful educator, a leader with a vision and a great mentor. Jim is a priceless asset to the education system. I highly recommend to work with Jim and learn from him.
Yasmeen MB
I worked with Mr. Jim Leahy for 7 years, he is a great motivator leader who knows how to support his team to grow and develop professionally. He always care to share new ideas and tools to ensure that his team function with in align with the best practice. During the 7 years a lot of significant improvement happed, from increase the number of students enrollment, number of staff, creating polices and procedures and encouraging the use of technology in all areas. Mr. Leahy is highly skilled in professional communications and a very good listener. He has the ability to make the right decisions in short time or\and during emergency situations, and would also give this opportunity to his team to take decisions related to their work area. I was reporting to Mr. Leahy and i learned a lot of him, my experience with him is deiffenitly a great addition to my career development.
Rana Naaman
I am very lucky to have worked with Jim for eight academic year. He was a successful educator, a leader with a vision and a great mentor. Jim is a priceless asset to the education system. I highly recommend to work with Jim and learn from him.
Yasmeen MB
I worked with Mr. Jim Leahy for 7 years, he is a great motivator leader who knows how to support his team to grow and develop professionally. He always care to share new ideas and tools to ensure that his team function with in align with the best practice. During the 7 years a lot of significant improvement happed, from increase the number of students enrollment, number of staff, creating polices and procedures and encouraging the use of technology in all areas. Mr. Leahy is highly skilled in professional communications and a very good listener. He has the ability to make the right decisions in short time or\and during emergency situations, and would also give this opportunity to his team to take decisions related to their work area. I was reporting to Mr. Leahy and i learned a lot of him, my experience with him is deiffenitly a great addition to my career development.
Rana Naaman
I am very lucky to have worked with Jim for eight academic year. He was a successful educator, a leader with a vision and a great mentor. Jim is a priceless asset to the education system. I highly recommend to work with Jim and learn from him.
Yasmeen MB
I worked with Mr. Jim Leahy for 7 years, he is a great motivator leader who knows how to support his team to grow and develop professionally. He always care to share new ideas and tools to ensure that his team function with in align with the best practice. During the 7 years a lot of significant improvement happed, from increase the number of students enrollment, number of staff, creating polices and procedures and encouraging the use of technology in all areas. Mr. Leahy is highly skilled in professional communications and a very good listener. He has the ability to make the right decisions in short time or\and during emergency situations, and would also give this opportunity to his team to take decisions related to their work area. I was reporting to Mr. Leahy and i learned a lot of him, my experience with him is deiffenitly a great addition to my career development.
Rana Naaman
I am very lucky to have worked with Jim for eight academic year. He was a successful educator, a leader with a vision and a great mentor. Jim is a priceless asset to the education system. I highly recommend to work with Jim and learn from him.
Yasmeen MB
I worked with Mr. Jim Leahy for 7 years, he is a great motivator leader who knows how to support his team to grow and develop professionally. He always care to share new ideas and tools to ensure that his team function with in align with the best practice. During the 7 years a lot of significant improvement happed, from increase the number of students enrollment, number of staff, creating polices and procedures and encouraging the use of technology in all areas. Mr. Leahy is highly skilled in professional communications and a very good listener. He has the ability to make the right decisions in short time or\and during emergency situations, and would also give this opportunity to his team to take decisions related to their work area. I was reporting to Mr. Leahy and i learned a lot of him, my experience with him is deiffenitly a great addition to my career development.
Credentials
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Certified Trainer
Center for Teacher EffectivenessJan, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Standard Professional Principal, PreK-12
Arizona Department of EducationJan, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Standard Professional Secondary, 6-12 (History)
Arizona Department of EducationJan, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Substitute, PreK-12
Arizona Department of EducationAug, 1982- Oct, 2024 -
Advanced Professional, 7-12 (Mathematics)
Maryland State Department of EducationJul, 2002- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Lake Mary Preparatory School
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Substitute Teacher
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Nov 2022 - Present
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Guiding Learning, LLC
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Lake Mary, FL
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Consultant Educator
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Sep 2019 - Present
I work with schools, school districts, as well as regional and national associations promoting a student-centered approach to learning; train teacher and administration skills; develop curriculum materials; guide accreditation processes; and offer keynote/motivational speaker services. Learn more: https://guidinglearning.com/. I work with schools, school districts, as well as regional and national associations promoting a student-centered approach to learning; train teacher and administration skills; develop curriculum materials; guide accreditation processes; and offer keynote/motivational speaker services. Learn more: https://guidinglearning.com/.
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U.S. Census Bureau
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Field Representative
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Dec 2021 - Present
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Seminole County Supervisor of Elections Office
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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VotePass Assistant
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Aug 2020 - Present
An election worker at polls in Seminole County, FL! An election worker at polls in Seminole County, FL!
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U.S. Census Bureau
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Census Enumerator
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Aug 2020 - Oct 2020
Helping ensure the 2020 Census includes everyone! Helping ensure the 2020 Census includes everyone!
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IPS KHOBAR
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Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
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Director
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Aug 2011 - Oct 2018
Leading strategic planning, directly overseeing student/faculty support, creating an engaging learning environment, supervising classroom/coursework development, participating in afterschool activities, and overseeing all staff. Ensured all departments aligned with school mission by leading collaborations with board members, HR, finance, admissions, and leadership staff. Served and chaired MSA visiting teams to Lahore, Pakistan; Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; Mumbai & New Delhi, India; Lomé, Togo; Beirut, Lebanon; and Manama, Bahrain. Selected accomplishments: • Lead the strategic planning, authorization, and implementation of the IB Diploma and Primary Years Programs. • Accreditation and re-accreditation of the school with Middle States Association (MSA). • Directly oversaw construction of a new school campus from concept to completion. Show less
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Anglo-American School of Sofia
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Bulgaria
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Aug 2008 - Jul 2011
Forged concrete working relationships with board members, committees, and various administrative departments. Supported teachers and promoted a welcoming learning environment with community collaborations as well as visiting classrooms and learning areas. Encouraged health and safety throughout the school through maintaining consistent communications with operations staff and using that input to modify/moderate policies and procedures. Selected accomplishments: • Developed FULL K-12 institution through implementing 11th and 12th grade courses as well as a full IB Diploma Program. • Arranged for more efficient instructional practices by creating and introducing a schoolwide testing program (MAP). • Spearheaded school expansion project, covering designs, financing, and overall construction through coordinating board, faculty/staff, and project management collaborations. Show less
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Canadian International School
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India
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Education Management
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100 - 200 Employee
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Principal/Head of School
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Jul 2006 - Jun 2008
Initiated the school's first international accreditation with NEAS. Bangalore and India is a very interesting place to live and work! Initiated the school's first international accreditation with NEAS. Bangalore and India is a very interesting place to live and work!
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The American School Foundation
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Mexico
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Education Management
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300 - 400 Employee
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Associate Executive Director of Administration
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Jul 2004 - Jun 2006
04-05 was the MS Principal and then moved to the position listed here. 04-05 was the MS Principal and then moved to the position listed here.
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American International School Kuwait
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Kuwait
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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MS Principal
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Aug 2000 - Jul 2004
I was the MS/HS Assistant Principal before moving to the Principal position at this school. I was the MS/HS Assistant Principal before moving to the Principal position at this school.
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InterAmerican Academy
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Ecuador
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Teacher
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Aug 1998 - Jul 2000
Department Chairman of K-12 Social Studies Department; MS/HS Teacher, Athletics Department Chairman of K-12 Social Studies Department; MS/HS Teacher, Athletics
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Baltimore County Public Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Teacher & Team Leader
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Aug 1995 - Jul 1998
Team Leader for Computer Applications Math/Science Magnet (CAMS) Program & Eighth Grade Magnet Team Team Leader for Computer Applications Math/Science Magnet (CAMS) Program & Eighth Grade Magnet Team
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The Boys' Latin School of Maryland
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Teacher
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Aug 1991 - Jul 1995
Teacher of mathematics, history, and speech; Classroom Computer Coordinator; Athletics Teacher of mathematics, history, and speech; Classroom Computer Coordinator; Athletics
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Colegio Americano de Torreon
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Torreon, Mexico
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Teacher
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Aug 1990 - Jul 1991
Teacher of High School and Middle School mathematics and computers Teacher of High School and Middle School mathematics and computers
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Escuela Campo Alegre
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Venezuela
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Teacher
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Aug 1987 - Jul 1990
• Department Chair and Teacher of MS/HS mathematics & history. • Implemented Advanced Placement curricula in mathematics, history, science, and English in Caracas, Venezuela as that school added the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades. • Department Chair and Teacher of MS/HS mathematics & history. • Implemented Advanced Placement curricula in mathematics, history, science, and English in Caracas, Venezuela as that school added the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
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Montclair College Preparatory
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Van Nuys, Californio
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Teacher
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Aug 1983 - Jul 1987
• Teacher of MS/HS mathematics, history, English, and speech • Teacher of MS/HS mathematics, history, English, and speech
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Education
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2001 - 2002
The College of New Jersey
Master of Education - MEd, International Educational Administration -
1992 - 1997
Towson University
MA, Secondary Education -
1978 - 1982
Whitman College
BA, Political Science -
1974 - 1978
Saguaro High School
High School Diploma
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