Jo Grady
Blenheim,MBH
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Renwick School Board of Trustees, excelling in team motivation and performance improvement. Skilled in strategic planning and coaching, I fostered a culture of continuous improvement, enhancing team productivity and achieving high-quality project outcomes. Committed to empowering staff through effective training and mentorship.
Experienced with team management and leadership. Utilizes effective communication to motivate and guide teams. Track record of implementing strategies that enhance team performance and productivity.
Professional leader prepared for this role. Proven ability to guide teams towards achieving objectives and enhancing productivity. Reliable and adaptable, fosters collaborative environment. Known for strategic planning and conflict resolution.
Professional leader ready to drive team success and exceed objectives. Proven track record in team collaboration, strategic planning, and problem-solving. Known for strong communication skills, adaptability, and reliability. Equipped to foster productive and positive work environment while meeting changing demands.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position]. Led teams with focus on achieving goals and improving processes. Demonstrated leadership in project management and team collaboration. Utilized problem-solving and communication skills to drive success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Practice Leader RTLB Cluster 31
Renwick School Board of Trustees
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Mentor
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Facilitated decision-making processes within group through open dialogue and consensus-building techniques.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute projects on time, within budget, and with high-quality outcomes.
- Oversaw quality control measures, maintaining high standards for all project outputs.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Facilitated culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback and innovative solutions from all team members.
- Organized professional development workshops, contributing to ongoing growth and expertise of team.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient task delegation and regular performance evaluations.
- Coordinated cross-departmental meetings to streamline project execution, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Implemented comprehensive reporting system to track team performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Developed and executed training programs that significantly improved team skills and morale.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Resource Teacher of Learning and Behaviour
Blenheim School & Renwick School Board of Trustees
05.2016 - Current
- Upheld mana-enhancing, culturally informed, learning-focused partnerships across the sector to champion for improved mokopuna outcomes and well being.
- within all layers of Te Tūāpapa O He Pikorua, often with a focus on Te Matua / school-wide level support.
- Actively led professional development across the region, sharing best practices with colleagues through sector wide initiatives such as Kāhui Ako workshops, and Incredible Years Teacher Programme facilitation.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching - Learning & Behaviour
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ12-2018
Diploma of Teaching & Learning - Primary Education
Christchurch College of Education
Christchurch, NZ12-1996
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team motivation
- Team supervision
- People management
- Staff training
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Coaching and mentoring
- Documentation and reporting
- Performance improvement
- Goal setting
- Leading team meetings
- Relationship building
- Staff education and training
- Process improvement
- Team building
- Giving constructive feedback
- Team Check-ins
- SMART goals
- Feedback delivery
- Meeting facilitation
- Strategic planning
- Change management
- Leadership
- Time management
- Active listening
- Data analysis
- Process analysis
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal communication
- Quantitative skills
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Certification
Relationships@Work - Transforming workplace conflict Margaret Thorsborne & Associates , Auckland, March 2024, (3 days):
- Conflict competence
- Performance conversations
- Trauma- Informed Restorative Dialogue
- Radical Candour
Introduction to Leadership Coaching
Growth Coaching International, Online, June 2022 ( 2 days)
- GROWTH coaching framework
- 8 Key Coaching SKILLS
- Understand the Coaching ‘Way of Being’ for coaching conversations
- Application of the GROWTH Coaching Framework to workplace conversations
- Building a coaching culture in your workplace
Professional Supervision for new Supervisors
MOE Nelson Allyson Davys & Fiona Howard , Online, March - May 2022 (5 half days)
- Supervisory roles and interventions
- Models of supervision
- Functions of supervision
- Types of feedback
Timeline
Practice Leader RTLB Cluster 31
Renwick School Board of Trustees
04.2022 - 08.2024
Resource Teacher of Learning and Behaviour
Blenheim School & Renwick School Board of Trustees
05.2016 - Current
Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching - Learning & Behaviour
University of Canterbury
Diploma of Teaching & Learning - Primary Education
Christchurch College of Education
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