Jeffrey Hartmann

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Galion, Ohio, United States

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Timeline
About me
Systems thinker, education leader, dad joke phenom and superintendent.
Education
- Butler Area Senior High School
  1994 - 1998
  Diploma General Studies
  Activities and Societies: JROTC, Civil Air Patrol (CAP), AP European History. General experiences in public education.
- Harvard Graduate School of Education
  2024 - 2024
  Certificate Using Instructional Rounds to Cultivate High-Quality Learning in Schools
- Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
  1998 - 2002
  Bachelor of Science in Education Secondary Education
  Activities and Societies: Secretary, Phi Alpha Theta History Honorary; Order of Merit Recipient, Phi Alpha Theta History Honorary; President, Model United Nations; Community (Resident) Assistant Broad experiences in secondary education and history education, with a focus on international relations and and the 20th Century.
- Harvard University Graduate School of Education
  2018 - 2018
  Certificate Instructional Rounds Institute
  Instructional rounds—a practice adapted to education from the field of medicine—offers a structure for educators to work together to solve common problems and improve their practice. The model has been used in schools and across districts to raise the quality of instruction for all students.This intensive course is led by the Harvard faculty who created the methodology and authored Instructional Rounds in Education. It includes opportunities to observe real-world classrooms, where… Show more Instructional rounds—a practice adapted to education from the field of medicine—offers a structure for educators to work together to solve common problems and improve their practice. The model has been used in schools and across districts to raise the quality of instruction for all students.This intensive course is led by the Harvard faculty who created the methodology and authored Instructional Rounds in Education. It includes opportunities to observe real-world classrooms, where participant teams apply protocols, build their observational skills, and consider how to integrate such practices in their own schools and districts. Instructional Rounds. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ppe/program/instructional-rounds Show less
- University of Pittsburgh
  2005 - 2006
  Master of Education School Leadership & Education Policy
  Studied school leadership, education policy, and the use of Strategy-as-Practice in the social service, non-profit, and education fields.
- University of Pittsburgh
  2006 - 2013
  Doctor of Education School Leadership & Education Policy
  Activities and Societies: Phi Delta Kappa, Three Rivers Chapter Engaged in critical analyses of education organizations, applied the Strategy-as-Practice framework to public school systems, investigated the concept of organizational coherence as applied to collective bargaining, resource management, resource allocation, and sustainable school systems.
Experience
- Seneca Valley Intermediate & Senior High Schools
  Sept 2001 - May 2002
  Teacher Aide
  Special education teacher's aide for secondary students.
- Seneca Valley School District
  Dec 2002 - Dec 2002
  Substitute Teacher
  Delivered lessons and provided consistency of instruction in the absence of the teacher.
- St. Mary's County Public Schools
  Dec 2002 - Dec 2004
  Social Studies Teacher & Team Leader
  Taught Advanced Placement World History, Certificate of Merit Civics and World History coursesLed a small learning team and chaired the commencement preparation committeeAssisted with new teacher interviewing, hiring, relocation and orientation as a Human Resources Department Intern
- Seneca Valley School District
  Dec 2004 - Jun 2009
  Social Studies Teacher
  Taught Alternative Education, Government, Junior Achievement Economics, U.S. History, and Psychology coursesDeveloped an Honors Government course and served on the instructional cabinet and senior project committeesUtilized educational technologies to improve student performance including e2020, PLATO, Compass, Turnitin.com, electronic grading programs, Courseweb, Wikispaces, Smartboards, Airliners, and Sympodiums
- Loyalsock Township School Distrct
  Jun 2009 - Aug 2011
  Assistant High School Principal
  Co-led a nationally ranked organization of 500 students and staff in a suburban community outside Williamsport, Pennsylvania.-Demonstrated strong leadership and collaboration skills to achieve shared goals.-Leveraged effective communication and relationship-building skills to engage stakeholders and build consensus.
- Immaculata University
  Feb 2011 - Aug 2018
  Adjunct Professor
  Taught on site and online courses in educational administration and curriculum and instruction for the Education Division of Immaculata University.
- Philipsburg-Osceola Area School District
  Aug 2011 - Jun 2013
  High School Principal
  Led a nationally ranked organization of 600 students and staff in a rural community outside State College, Pennsylvania. -Improved organizational performance through team development, professional growth, and effective communication.-Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and a growth mindset.
- Wilkes University
  Jan 2012 - Aug 2012
  Adjunct Professor
  Taught Master's courses for the Philipsburg-Osceola Cohort, located at Philipsburg-Osceola Senior High School in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania. Courses include Using Data to Guide Instruction and Using Technology to Guide Instruction.
- Pottstown School District
  Jul 2013 - Jun 2015
  High School Principal
  Led a nationally ranked organization of 1,000 students and staff in a diverse community outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. -Fostered a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.-Developed strategic initiatives for performance improvement and career development.-Built strong partnerships within the community through effective communication and relationship-building skills.-Promoted equity and fairness through a culture of inclusion and diversity.
- Stow-Munroe Falls City School District
  Jul 2015 - Jul 2023
  High School Principal Teacher
  Provided visionary leadership for a nationally recognized suburban Ohio high school serving 1,800 students. United 200 staff members in a shared mission to meet all student needs. Established a culture of reflection and growth, empowering teachers to strengthen instructional practices. Launched innovative learning initiatives to equip all students for success.-Boosted staff capacity by restructuring instructional practices using research-based frameworks, enabling greater student support.-Supported stakeholders through continuous improvement and leveraged change management models.-Established teacher teams and protocols and dedicated collaborative time to analyze data and implement solutions.-Created programs, including a Student Success Unit and Learning Resource Center, to address achievement gaps, contributing to increased graduation rates. Show less
- Upstream Leaders
  Jul 2020 - now
  Founder
  Change management consulting.
- American College of Education
  Mar 2021 - Mar 2023
  Adjunct Faculty
- Galion City School District
  Aug 2023 - now
  Superintendent
  Focused and led a school system of 1,700 students and 300 staff in an urban and rural community outside Mansfield, Ohio. Met student needs through robust opportunities for success, reflecting deeply on teacher practice, improving stakeholder resiliency and relationships, and promoting innovative learning experiences for all.-Increased staff capacity by reevaluating traditional instructional practices through the conceptual frameworks of the instructional core, Instructional Rounds, and John Hattie’s Visible Learning. -Engaged all stakeholders in meaningful, sustainable change and managed this process using models from the Harvard Business School and Resilient Leadership.-Created structures for sustained, continuous improvement by identifying and developing teacher-leaders, implementing teacher-leadership structures PreK-12, and providing routine time for improvement efforts.-Developed and supported creative solutions for persistent student achievement challenges through grade-level data analysis meetings, student intervention groups, and improved data fluency for staff.-Connected and fostered improved community and parent relationships through outreach and school-based support services. Show less
Licenses & Certifications
- Superintendent
  Pennsylvania Department of Education
  Oct 2019
- Assistant Superintendent
  Pennsylvania Department of Education
  Dec 2008
- K-12 Level Principal
  Pennsylvania Department of Education
  Dec 2007
- 7-12 Social Studies Educator
  Pennsylvania Department of Education
  Dec 2002
- Principal Grades 5-12
  Ohio Department of Education
  Jul 2015
- Trainer, Restorative Practices for Educators
  International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP) Graduate School
  Mar 2025
- Diploma, Civil Air Patrol Senior Officer Course
  The Air University
  Aug 2003
- School Superintendent
  Ohio Department of Education
  Nov 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Jeffrey Hartmann
  Fellow, Royal Society for the Arts The Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce Jan 2025 For service to the education field.
- Awarded to Jeffrey Hartmann
  2024 Fulbright Leaders for Global Schools Award US Department of State Aug 2024 The Fulbright Leaders for Global Schools Program sends cohorts of U.S. K–12 school administrators to participating host countries for an intensive program to learn about the educational system in their host country and explore different strategies to prepare U.S. students with the skills and understanding necessary to address global challenges and succeed in a global economy.
- Awarded to Jeffrey Hartmann
  Commission, Kentucky Colonel Governor of the Commonwealth of Kentucky Jul 2024 For services rendered to the field of education.
- Awarded to Jeffrey Hartmann
  Healthy Communities Healthy Youth Award Six District Educational Compact Apr 2019 In appreciation for the exceptional commitment to the growth and development of Community C.A.R.E.
- Awarded to Jeffrey Hartmann
  County of Butler Proclamation Board of County Commissioners, Butler, Pennsylvania Jun 2005 Jeffrey Hartmann of Butler, Pennsylvania, has taken command of the Butler County Squadron of Civil Air Patrol in January of 2005; AND For his outstanding service and dedication to the citizens and young people of Butler County, he has developed a vibrant and growing squadron within his community; AND His leadership and organizational skills, coupled with his dedication to the Civil Air Patrol, has resulted in a marked growth of squadron membership and activities.
- Awarded to Jeffrey Hartmann
  Official Citation Senate of Maryland Apr 2004 In recognition of your outstanding service as Deputy Command for Cadets, St. May's Composite Squadron. Your leadership and organizational skills, coupled with your ardent dedication to the cadet program and Civil Air Patrol, have resulted in a dynamic and vibrant squadron in St. Mary's County. We express our deep appreciation for your exemplary efforts and look forward to continued outstanding service in the years to come.
- Awarded to Jeffrey Hartmann
  Certificate of Appreciation American Red Cross Southern Maryland Chapter Sep 2003 For special recognition of a job well done supporting the American Red Cross Southern Maryland Chapter during Hurricane Isabel DR 603, September 2003
- Awarded to Jeffrey Hartmann
  Citation Senate of Pennsylvania Oct 2002 First Lieutenant Jeffrey D Hartmann is being honored for eight years of distinguished service as a member of Civil Air Patrol Squadron 712 in Butler and, as Deputy Commander for Cadets, First Lieutenant Hartmann has been a member of Squadron 712 since 1994 and has dutifully and diligently discharged the duties of any office to which he was appointed. His dedicated service to his Squadron, Pennsylvania Wing, and the Civil Air Patrol have been exemplary. His motivation and commitment to… Show more First Lieutenant Jeffrey D Hartmann is being honored for eight years of distinguished service as a member of Civil Air Patrol Squadron 712 in Butler and, as Deputy Commander for Cadets, First Lieutenant Hartmann has been a member of Squadron 712 since 1994 and has dutifully and diligently discharged the duties of any office to which he was appointed. His dedicated service to his Squadron, Pennsylvania Wing, and the Civil Air Patrol have been exemplary. His motivation and commitment to selflessly serve his community and fellow citizens through his work with the cadets and senior members of the Civil Air Patrol are to be commended, and First Lieutenant Hartmann's professionalism, demeanor, and leadership excellence have led to a solid foundation upon which Squadron 712 and its members can build. His dedication to the Civil Air Patrol is apparent in the amount of time he provides to the organization, as well as in the intensity of his deep personal commitment to young people and their development. Show less
- Awarded to Jeffrey Hartmann
  Citation House of Representatives, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Nov 2000 Lieutenant Jeffrey D. Hartmann, Deputy Commander for Cadets of Squadron 712 of the Civil Air Patrol, is being honored for his deep commitment and dedication to the unit and this organization, and Lieutenant Hartmann's outstanding leadership and dedication to the cadets under his leadership are unlike any other members of this unit. His continued efforts to better the cadet and senior program set him apart from his peers and, Lieutenant Hartmann's competent and commitment to excellence has… Show more Lieutenant Jeffrey D. Hartmann, Deputy Commander for Cadets of Squadron 712 of the Civil Air Patrol, is being honored for his deep commitment and dedication to the unit and this organization, and Lieutenant Hartmann's outstanding leadership and dedication to the cadets under his leadership are unlike any other members of this unit. His continued efforts to better the cadet and senior program set him apart from his peers and, Lieutenant Hartmann's competent and commitment to excellence has created a model cadet program with Group 1. His professionalism and military bearing sets the standard for all members to follow and has created an extremely capable cadet unit. Lieutenant Hartmann exhibits an equal dedication to the senior program of the Civil Air Patrol as he does with the cadet program. His willingness to undertake additional duties shows the level of his commitment as is evidenced by his efforts to orient and train new senior to the unit and to coordinate a large amount of its activities. Show less
Volunteer Experience
- Commander, Galion City Schools Squadron 802
  Issued by Civil Air Patrol on Mar 2024
  Associated with Jeffrey Hartmann
- Founding Board Member
  Issued by Akron Area Narcotics Overdose Prevention and Education (NOPE) on Apr 2017
  Associated with Jeffrey Hartmann
- Member, 96th Composite Squadron, Ohio Wing
  Issued by Civil Air Patrol on Aug 2015
  Associated with Jeffrey Hartmann
- Assistant Inspector General
  Issued by Civil Air Patrol on Jan 2008
  Associated with Jeffrey Hartmann
- Interim Commander, Group 1, Pennsylvania Wing
  Issued by Civil Air Patrol on Jan 2008
  Associated with Jeffrey Hartmann
- Commander, Squadron 712, Pennsylvania Wing
  Issued by Civil Air Patrol on Jan 2004
  Associated with Jeffrey Hartmann
- Deputy Commander for Cadets, St. Mary's County Squadron, Maryland Wing
  Issued by Civil Air Patrol on Jan 2003
  Associated with Jeffrey Hartmann
- Deputy Commander for Cadets, Squadron 712, Pennsylvania Wing
  Issued by Civil Air Patrol on Jan 1999
  Associated with Jeffrey Hartmann