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Mike Hart

Mike Hart

Oxford,CAN

Summary

I aim to lead by understanding all those around me. I will challenge areas needing to be challenged and work with people to create positive change. I am an educator and a leader, and I recognise the influence educators have over their students and staff and my ability to make a significant difference to the future of our society. I am committed to striving for excellence and have strong expectations for both our staff, students and myself. I enjoy the demands that come with responsibility and find it personally motivating and rewarding.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

Oxford Area School
07.2015 - Current
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
  • Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
  • Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
  • Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators.
  • Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
  • Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources and support for students in need.
  • Led transition to remote learning during unprecedented times, ensuring minimal disruption to education.
  • Conducted comprehensive data analysis to identify areas for instructional improvement, leading targeted interventions.
  • Oversaw annual budget planning process, allocating funds strategically to areas of greatest impact.

Kahui Ako Lead Principal

Oxford Area School
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Lead Principal for 13 schools
  • Development and delivery of a strategic plan
  • Professional development leaderhsip

Deputy Principal

Oxford Area School
09.2011 - 06.2015

Acting Assistant Principal

Papanui High School
01.2011 - 09.2011

TIC Computing And Business Studies

Papanui High School
01.2007 - 12.2010

Teacher of Economics, Accounting, Business Studies, and Digital Technologies

ICT Teacher

Cashmere High School
01.2006 - 12.2006

TIC Computing

Ealing College Upper School
01.2003 - 12.2005

Software Engineer

Le Heron Corporation
01.2002 - 12.2002

Web Designer

Hairy Lemon Digital Agency
01.2001 - 12.2001

Education

Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning - Secondary Accounting, Economics, Mathematics and Computing

Christchurch College of Education
01.2006

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Canterbury
01.2002

Bachelor of Commerce - Management

University of Canterbury
01.2001

Skills

  • Experienced in managing organizational change

  • Team culture development

  • Financial leadership

  • Forward-thinking innovator

  • Dedicated professional attitude

  • Effective communicator

  • Analytical problem solver

  • Skilled in high-pressure environments

  • Dedication to continuous learning

  • Strategic leadership

  • Coaching and mentoring

Accomplishments

  • As the organisation's financial manager from 2015 to 2024 improving from a net working capital of below $0 to a current net working capital of $1.4 million with nine successive surplus budgets.
  • Managed the design and development of two significant building projects: one totalling $5 million and the other totalling $12 million.
  • Development of organisation's first Balanced Scorecard, along with multiple strategic plans.
  • Re-visioned the organisation, developing branding, a narrative, and a communication plan
  • 2021 Sabbatical Report - focus on organisational culture, through the Harvard Graduate School of Education

Professional Development

  • Coaching for Leadership - 2025 (Springboard Trust)
  • Advanced Leadership Forum - 2024 and 2025 (Springboard Trust)
  • Te Ahu o Te Reo Maori Level 1 and 2 - 2023 (Tuahiwi Education)
  • Balance Scorecard Programme - 2023 (Springboard Trust)
  • Navigating Complexities: A Leadership Progam for Principals - 2021 (Harvard Graduate School of Education)
  • Strategic Planning for Principals Programme - 2019 (Springboard Trust)

Affiliations

  • Vice President of the New Zealand Area School Association - 2025
  • Executive Member of the Canterbury and West Coast Secondary Principal’s Association - 2019 to 2023
  • Attendance Reference Group Representative - 2024 to current
  • Principal Mentor - 2022
  • Urgent Response Fund Representative - 2021

Interests

  • Enjoy participating in ultra marathon running for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Enjoy coaching and supporting team sports
  • Enjoy hiking the trails with my family

Timeline

Kahui Ako Lead Principal

Oxford Area School
01.2021 - 12.2022

Principal

Oxford Area School
07.2015 - Current

Deputy Principal

Oxford Area School
09.2011 - 06.2015

Acting Assistant Principal

Papanui High School
01.2011 - 09.2011

TIC Computing And Business Studies

Papanui High School
01.2007 - 12.2010

ICT Teacher

Cashmere High School
01.2006 - 12.2006

TIC Computing

Ealing College Upper School
01.2003 - 12.2005

Software Engineer

Le Heron Corporation
01.2002 - 12.2002

Web Designer

Hairy Lemon Digital Agency
01.2001 - 12.2001

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Canterbury

Bachelor of Commerce - Management

University of Canterbury

Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning - Secondary Accounting, Economics, Mathematics and Computing

Christchurch College of Education

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