Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Lemual Adson

Tuba City

Summary

Dynamic education leader with a proven track record at Kayenta Unified School District 27, excelling in project management and relationship building. Spearheaded facility upgrades and enhanced safety protocols, leading to prestigious awards. Committed to fostering teamwork and improving student outcomes through innovative curriculum development and professional development initiatives.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Superintendent

Kayenta Unified School District 27
07.2019 - Current
  • Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
  • Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term strategic planning.
  • Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee wellbeing.
  • Mentored administrative staff, leading to increased improved teamwork throughout the organization.
  • Led school to receive prestigious educational awards and recognition, reflecting excellence in various areas of operation.
  • Directed facility upgrades to provide safer and more conducive learning environment.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Developed comprehensive budgets and schedules to ensure timely project completion within allocated resources.
  • Oversaw integration of technology in classrooms, enhancing learning experiences with modern tools and resources.
  • Enhanced school safety protocols, conducting thorough reviews and implementing updated measures.
  • Boosted staff morale and performance through effective leadership and professional development opportunities.

Superintendent of Schools

Shonto Preparatory School
04.2013 - 06.2019
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
  • Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.

Education Line Officer (Superintendent)

Bureau of Indian Education
02.2008 - 03.2013
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Directed facility upgrades to provide safer and more conducive learning environment.
  • Led school to receive prestigious educational awards and recognition, reflecting excellence in various areas of operation.
  • Enhanced school safety protocols, conducting thorough reviews and implementing updated measures.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Developed and executed innovative curriculum plans, significantly improving student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Coordinated professional development workshops for teachers, focusing on innovative teaching methods and technologies.

Assistant Principal

Tuba City Boarding School
07.2007 - 01.2008

Principal

Tonalea Day School
07.2005 - 06.2007

Curriculum Specialist

Western Navajo Agency, BIE
07.2003 - 06.2005
  • Led curriculum review committees in evaluating potential textbook adoptions, ensuring high-quality resources were selected for instruction.
  • Assessed student performance data to inform instructional decisions, leading to higher test scores and overall success.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to design engaging learning experiences that fostered growth and achievement.
  • Facilitated communication between educators, administration, and parents to ensure consistent messaging regarding curriculum goals and expectations.
  • Participated in state-wide conferences to stay current on industry trends and emerging research in education methodologies.
  • Enhanced curriculum effectiveness by collaborating with teachers and administrators to identify areas of improvement.

Education Specialist

Division of Diné Education, Rural Systemic Initiat
07.1999 - 06.2003
  • Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by integrating problem-solving tasks and real-world applications into lessons.
  • Developed solutions to improve performance.
  • Developed teacher hiring and training program to inspire teachers and maintain performance levels.
  • Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
  • Spearheaded outreach activities to expand educational opportunities and promote programs and services.
  • Implemented mathematics and science workshops to increase student literacy and support school programs.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.

Teacher

Tuba City Unified School District
07.1990 - 06.1999

Education

Graduate Certificate - Principal - Education Leadership

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Master of Science - Education

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Bachelor of Science - Education

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Skills

  • Relationship building and management
  • Project coordination
  • Project management
  • Quality assurance

Accomplishments

  • Kayenta Unified School District achieved "B" Letter Grade from the Arizona Department of Education.
  • North Central Accreditation, Navajo Nation, 2016 Administrator of the Year.
  • Native American Grant School Association 2016 Administrator of the Year.
  • North Central Accreditation, Navajo Nation, 2009 Administrator of the Year.

Certification

Arizona Superintendent

Arizona School Principal

Timeline

Superintendent

Kayenta Unified School District 27
07.2019 - Current

Superintendent of Schools

Shonto Preparatory School
04.2013 - 06.2019

Education Line Officer (Superintendent)

Bureau of Indian Education
02.2008 - 03.2013

Assistant Principal

Tuba City Boarding School
07.2007 - 01.2008

Principal

Tonalea Day School
07.2005 - 06.2007

Curriculum Specialist

Western Navajo Agency, BIE
07.2003 - 06.2005

Education Specialist

Division of Diné Education, Rural Systemic Initiat
07.1999 - 06.2003

Teacher

Tuba City Unified School District
07.1990 - 06.1999

Graduate Certificate - Principal - Education Leadership

Northern Arizona University

Master of Science - Education

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Northern Arizona University
Lemual Adson