Mervin Whitehead
Kinistino
Summary
High-energy Vice Principal familiar with managing schedules, student activities, and events. Demonstrated knowledge of effective recordkeeping and reporting. 11 years in education.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice Principal
East Central First Nation
08.2022 - Current
- Interpreted district mandates and translated into actionable policies.
- Maintained records for school requirements.
- Oversaw scheduling, orientation, and other support areas.
- Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
Physical Education Teacher
James Smith Cree Nation
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
Teacher
Wahpeton Dakota Nation
12.2013 - 08.2018
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Band Councillor
James Smith Band
08.2006 - 08.2008
- Portfolio - Education, Youth, & Sports
Grain Bin Builder
M & K Construction
04.2000 - 04.2005
- Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
- Trained new staff on proper building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols.
Education
Masters in Education - Curriculum Studies
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK06-2023
Bachelor in Education -
Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education
Prince Albert, SK05-2013
High School Diploma -
Bernard Constant Community School
James Smith Cree Nation06-1992
Skills
- Schedule oversight
- Communications expert
- New Student Orientation
- Student Engagement
- Program Management
- Financial Leadership
- Schedule organization
- Employee oversight
- Teacher performance improvement
- Registration oversight
- Policy Enforcement
- Multitasking ability
Timeline
Vice Principal
East Central First Nation
08.2022 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
James Smith Cree Nation
08.2018 - 08.2022
Teacher
Wahpeton Dakota Nation
12.2013 - 08.2018
Band Councillor
James Smith Band
08.2006 - 08.2008
Grain Bin Builder
M & K Construction
04.2000 - 04.2005
Masters in Education - Curriculum Studies
University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor in Education -
Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education
High School Diploma -
Bernard Constant Community School
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