Dr. Derek Jordan
Derek Jordan lives in Chicago, IL. An internationally-renowned speaker specializing in educational leadership. He has been recognized as an outstanding school leader at both the elementary and high school levels. 
With an in-depth understanding of educational leadership, Dr. Derek Jordan is a professional leadership coach and consultant.
Considered one of the world’s most respected educational coaching gurus, Derek Jordan is available to manage your next project or speak at your professional event.
Derek Jordan, Ed. D. trains, coaches, mentors and develops the proactive, practical and tactical strategies needed for educational leadership.
He has been recognized as an outstanding school leader at both the elementary and high school levels.
His leadership philosophy balances academic success with good business management. He has directed all aspects of operations, including multiple budgets and related financial reporting. His knowledge-based skills include design and implementation of effective instructional practices, lesson plans, curriculum planning, differentiated instruction and analyzing student assessments as part of data-driven decision making and instruction. At the same time, He has recruited and mentored faculty and staff who are committed to helping students learn and keeping them safe. Most importantly, he has motivated students to achieve in the classroom and grow as individuals.
SUMMARY
To serve as a highly proactive professional and committed instructional leader with over 20 years of proven ability to improve student growth, achievement and academic excellence, especially implementing quality rigorous curriculum for students. I am equipped with creative and insightful ability to formulate innovative ideas and techniques to achieve organizational goals as well as to overcome academic, fiscal and growth challenges. Qualified with comprehensive knowledge of curriculum development, instructional design and financial procedures, with skills in developing and implementing appropriate academic initiatives and programs. Highly motivated to promote a safe learning environment, ensure a culture of continuous instructional improvement for teachers and academic achievement for students. I encourage open communication with colleagues and the community. My knowledge-based skills include creation and implementation of effective instructional practices, curriculum planning, differentiated instruction and analyzing student assessments to drive data decision making and instruction.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Removed Illinois Public School OFF – probation in first year | 2007-2008
- Zero gang affiliation among school culture
- Zero Teacher union grievances in 8 years
- 100% REACH Evaluation and Compliance | 2013-2015
- 100% Diverse Learning IEP Compliance | 2013-2015
- 95% -96% Student attendance rate | 2007- 2015
- 92% – 95% Teacher attendance rate | 2007 – 2015
- Fully functioning Local School Council and Parent Advisory Council | 2007-2015
- 100% Assigned certified teachers | 2008 – 2015
- Organized appeals to avoid CPS school closing | 2013
- Tier 1 / level 1+ Highest Ranking School Status CPS | 2008 – 2015
- Ranked #9 Best Elementary School according to Chicago Magazine | August 2016
- Ranked #5 Best Ranked Elementary School among non selective enrollment and non magnet according to Chicago Magazine | August 2016
- Less than 5% Misconduct issues | 2012 – 2015
- Organized highly successful Instructional Leadership Team and Data Team | 2013 – 2015
- Organized and assisted in implementing an outstanding Social Emotional Learning (SEL) | 2014 – 2015
- Recruited and Nurtured National Board Certified Teachers (4) | 2011 – 2015
- 80% of eighth graders passed the Algebra Exam to advance to 2nd year high school mathematics | 2014 – 2015
- Highest Rating in Ambitious Instruction, Effective Leadership, Collaborative Teacher and Supportive Environment according to 5 Essentials Survey | 2015
- Monitored and managed approximately 4 million dollar budget annually
CONSULTING
Derek Jordan offers consulting services, training, and speaking in the following areas:
- Development, implementation, coordination, evaluation and assessment of the educational programs.
- Development and periodic review of curriculum, establishing the means to provide a comprehensive integrated curriculum.
- Development, implementation and evaluation of a program of reporting to parents on the educational progress of children.
- Selection and purchase of instructional materials, equipment and textbooks.
- All alternative educational programs.
- Organize various committees, workshops, and conferences to promote social and intellectual welfare of the students.
- Plan and organize teacher training program that would deal with the new classroom procedures and teaching strategies.
- Ensure that the teaching staff is working efficiently and recommend certain changes if required that could strengthen their teaching skills.
- Decisions and leadership that supports the vision, mission, goals, and interests of the district and of students.
- Administration counseling on internal personnel matters including performance evaluations.
- Staff counseling in all areas of professional concern.
- Development of in-service plans for non-licensed staff and makes the necessary arrangements for programs.
- Questionnaires, surveys, and correspondence from research, professional organizations, other school districts, and the Department of Education.
SPEAKING
Dr. Derek Jordan is available to speak on the following topics:
- Provision of data and the preparation of district and school improvement plans.
- Coordinate the planning, implementation and evaluation of grade level and subject area meetings.
- Discuss various issues with members of educational committees and understand the basic problems and requirements.
- Promoting employee recognition throughout the district.
- Develop, review, and revise personnel management policies in accordance with state legislation.
- Monitor the requirements for mandatory staff development and training required for a competent workforce.
- Responsibility for long range planning for the district staff including projection of staff turnover and hiring needs.
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