Jason Young
Jacksonville
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at all building levels, driving school improvement through data-driven strategies and effective staff development. Expert in budget management and community engagement, achieving significant gains in student outcomes and staff retention. Committed to fostering a positive school culture and enhancing instructional practices.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Bobby G. Lester Elementary
Jacksonville
07.2023 - Current
- Moved school letter grade from D → C through targeted instructional and culture initiatives.
- Implemented data-driven strategies using LEA Insights, Lexia, Reflex, DreamBox, and other programs to improve student outcomes.
- Oversaw all operational, instructional, and budgetary functions for a K–5 campus.
- Increased staff retention to 94% through mentoring, coaching, and leadership development.
- Secured funding and managed grants to enhance STEM, literacy, and student enrichment programs.
Principal
Maumelle High School
Maumelle
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Led high school through academic and operational improvements, focusing on student achievement and staff development.
- Implemented school-wide data systems to track academic performance and behavioral metrics.
- Developed and managed Title budgets and other funding streams to maximize instructional impact.
Principal
Sylvan Hills Elementary
Sherwood
06.2009 - 07.2021
- Spearheaded full-school turnaround, elevating student achievement, enhancing school climate, and boosting operational efficiency.
- Directed staff development programs to refine curriculum alignment and instructional strategies.
- Achieved measurable academic performance improvements, increased enrollment, and reduced disciplinary issues.
Education
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
AR02.2024
Ed.S. - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
AR01.2020
M.S. - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
AR01.2003
B.S. - Elementary Education
Arkansas State University
AR01.1997
Skills
- Leadership competencies
- School turnaround strategies
- Instructional leadership and PLCs
- Data-driven decision-making
- Strategic planning and improvement
- Budget management and resources
- Grant management and acquisition
- Staff development and coaching
- Behavioral systems and culture
- Community engagement and stakeholders
Professional Development And Certifications
- Master Principal Institute (Completed all 3 years)
- AVID Certification & Instructional Leadership
- Crisis Management and Safety Protocols
- PBIS trained
- Solution Tree PLC trained
- CASBO Finance Training
References
Available upon request
Selected Highlights And Achievements
- Raised Bobby G. Lester Elementary from a D → C in state letter grade.
- Raised Maumelle High School from a D → C in state letter grade.
- Raised Sylvan Hills Elementary from a D → B in state letter grade.
- Completed all three years of the Arkansas Master Principal Institute.
- Selected to attend Aspen Education Retreat in Washington D. C. on School Turnaround.
- Secured high-impact grants totaling over $400K for STEM, literacy, and extracurricular programs.
- Implemented school-wide PBIS and culture initiatives leading to significant reductions in discipline incidents.
Core Leadership Competencies
- School Turnaround Leadership
- Instructional Leadership & PLC Implementation
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Strategic Planning & School Improvement
- Budget & Resource Management
- Grant Acquisition & Management
- Staff Development & Coaching
- Behavior & Culture Systems (PBIS, MTSS)
- Community & Stakeholder Engagement
- Crisis & Operations Management
Timeline
Principal
Bobby G. Lester Elementary
07.2023 - Current
Principal
Maumelle High School
07.2021 - 06.2023
Principal
Sylvan Hills Elementary
06.2009 - 07.2021
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
Ed.S. - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
M.S. - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
B.S. - Elementary Education
Arkansas State University