Ashley O'Dell

Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at South Sioux City Community Schools, excelling in grant management and strategic planning. Proven track record in developing leadership initiatives and overseeing curriculum improvements, fostering a culture of continuous growth and achievement. Passionate about empowering students and staff to reach their fullest potential.

• Nebraska Standard Administrative Certifications - Superintendent (PK-12)
• Nebraska Administrative Certificate (7-12)
• Nebraska Teaching Certificate (Physical Education K-12)
• Coaching Endorsement (7-12)

• Assistant Superintendent, South Sioux City Community Schools, 07/01/21, Present, Oversight of district transportation, Development and implementation of district college and career initiatives, Management of Carl D. Perkins grant, Directs leadership development and coaching opportunities for district administrators, Serves as direct supervisor and lead evaluator of district principals, Leads District School Improvement Team and continuous improvement initiatives, Participates in SSCEA Leadership/Superintendent monthly meetings
• High School Principal, South Sioux City Community Schools, 07/01/18, 06/30/21, Management of the day-to-day operations of a high school with approximately 1200 students and 120 staff, Development of the master schedule, Oversight of the approximately $300,000 budget, Management of curriculum, assessment, and instruction for the high school, Provides direct supervision and evaluation of three assistant principals and one activities director, Coordination of effective MTSS principles and activities within the building, Served as Incident Command in safety situations, Management of personnel issues including corrective action and leave in collaboration with HR Department, Provider of guidance in the School Improvement and PLC Process, Development and management of career internship experiences, Oversight of Carl D. Perkins grant management
• Assistant Principal, South Sioux City Community Schools, 07/01/15, 06/30/18, Organization and management of safety documents, drills, and function within the building, Leadership of MTSS Team, Served as IEP LEA, Served as lead partner with institutions offering dual credit, Management of assessment development, assessment implementation, and assessment coordination for the building
• Dean of Students, South Sioux City Community Schools, 07/01/14, 06/30/15, Evaluation and development of student behavior guidelines, Leader of SAT process, Facilitation and implementation of student attendance practices according to policy, Served as IEP LEA, team lead for 504 accommodation plan administrative representative
• Physical Education Teacher, South Sioux City Community Schools, 01/01/09, 06/30/14, Designer of curriculum, instruction, and assessment for physical education classes at the high school, Facilitation of learning for courses in Physical Education and Strength Training
• Head Girls Basketball Coach, South Sioux City Community Schools, 01/01/11, 12/31/14, Development and implementation of player development, Player management, Game management, Selection and evaluation of assistant coaches, Practice and game planning