Marcus Colgrove
Plattsmouth,NE
Summary
Experienced instructional leader with more than 18 years in education, committed to fostering a school culture where students and staff thrive. I bring a collaborative, student-centered approach to school leadership, grounded in strong relationships, clear communication, and a belief that every student can succeed when supported by high-quality instruction and a caring school community. Skilled in guiding curriculum and assessment work, supporting effective teaching, building strong partnerships with families, and leading teams toward shared goals. I am dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments where students are inspired, empowered, and prepared for life beyond the classroom.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Development Leader
- Designed and delivered multiple high-impact, in-district professional development courses, measurably elevating the instructional capacity of adult learners on high-leverage topics.
District Strategic Planning Contributor
- Actively contributed to the development and implementation of the district's long-term strategic vision and goals, ensuring alignment between instructional practices, organizational strategy, and key stakeholder priorities.
Leadership Cohort Participant
- Chosen for a competitive program designed to develop future district and building leaders, demonstrating recognized potential for advancement in education administration.
Athletic and Event Management
- Managed and successfully executed high-volume athletic events, overseeing administration, facilities, and staff to ensure regulatory compliance and operational smoothness for Papillion LaVista and Conestoga High Schools.
Student Support System Implementation
- Co-led the Student Success Team to design and implement a targeted mentorship and support system, improving foundational skills and academic outcomes for at-risk students.
Curriculum Leadership
- Contributed to multi-subject curriculum development efforts across multiple school districts, ensuring fidelity of implementation and alignment with state standards and instructional best practices.
Technology Deployment Lead
- Guided the School Technology Team in designing and deploying a new technology resource website, followed by serving as the Lead Trainer to ensure effective utilization by all students and teachers.
Science Teacher
Papillion La Vista Community Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Directed Academic Standards and Policy: Led collective efforts to improve student evaluation for academy acceptance, establishing a rigorous and equitable selection process aligned with program goals.
- Established Foundational Policies and Operations: Assisted in developing clear operational and behavioral norms within the academy and designed/managed protocols to ensure a seamless functional flow across all academy components.
- Curriculum Development and Rigor: Partnered closely with the District Instructional Coach to analyze curricula and integrate targeted strategies designed to significantly increase classroom rigor and cognitive demand.
- Program Implementation: Gained certification in and implemented two rigorous PLTW courses (Principles of Biomedical Sciences, Human Body Systems) and contributed to curriculum writing for Anatomy & Physiology and Medical Terminology.
- Administrative Oversight: Oversaw event administration and facilities management for Monarchs athletics, ensuring all events met regulatory and safety guidelines.
Science Teacher
Conestoga Jr. Sr. High School
08.2013 - 05.2019
- Led Curriculum System Design: Spearheaded the design and implementation of the comprehensive science curriculum across all courses, ensuring full compliance with state science standards.
- Instructional Innovation and Data Use: Instituted Standards-based grading in multiple classes for district viability study and drove differentiation by integrating daily performance data, leading to measurable gains in student mastery.
- Program Administration: Provided administrative oversight for high school and junior high athletic events as well as serving as a multi-sport coach and activity sponsor.
- Teaching & Learning: Incorporated Project-based learning to increase student engagement and 21st Century skills and partnered with the District Instructional Coach to target instructional rigor.
Science Teacher
Bellevue East High School
08.2007 - 06.2013
- Managed Curriculum Alignment: Contributed to the development of a standards-aligned Biology curriculum to ensure consistent instruction district-wide.
- Fostered Team Collaboration: Collaborated weekly with other teachers on freshman teams to ensure consistency in teaching, grading, and student support.
- Integrated Technology and Literacy: Created opportunities to integrate technology to develop student computer processing and researching skills, and supplemented curriculum with reading and writing to enhance literacy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Endorsement: Natural Science
University of Nebraska At Omaha
05-2007
Masters of Education Administration -
Chadron State College
05.2019
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- School Improvement
- MTSS/RTI
- PLC Facilitation
- Instructional Coaching
- Curriculum Development
- Data Analysis
- Assessment Literacy
- Staff Development
- Behavior Management Systems
- Restorative Practices
- Student Engagement Initiatives
- Technology Integration
- Equity & Inclusion
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Teacher Mentoring
Timeline
Science Teacher
Papillion La Vista Community Schools
08.2019 - Current
Science Teacher
Conestoga Jr. Sr. High School
08.2013 - 05.2019
Science Teacher
Bellevue East High School
08.2007 - 06.2013
District Strategic Planning Contributor
Leadership Cohort Participant
Athletic and Event Management
Student Support System Implementation
Curriculum Leadership
Technology Deployment Lead
Professional Development Leader
Bachelor of Arts - Endorsement: Natural Science
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Masters of Education Administration -
Chadron State College