Jody Heath
Hawkinsville
Summary
Strategic educational leader with extensive experience in enhancing student outcomes and aligning secondary systems. Held roles as Principal, Assistant Principal, CTAE Director, and Work-Based Learning Coordinator, driving instructional improvement and operational alignment. Committed to developing community partnerships that prepare students for college, career, and life.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal (High School & Middle School Leadership)
Pulaski County Schools
Hawkinsville
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised middle and high school operations, aligning instruction, expectations, and student support systems across grades 6–12 to enhance educational coherence
- Strengthened transition supports between middle and high school, resulting in improved student readiness and performance
- Implemented targeted interventions that increased student achievement and graduation rates
- Led instructional improvements by analyzing CCRPI, EOC, and subgroup data to inform school-wide strategies
- Developed teacher effectiveness through coaching and aligned professional learning, enhancing a culture of continuous improvement
- Fostered a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
Assistant Principal / CTAE Director (Dual Role)
Pulaski County Schools
Hawkinsville
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Led school operations and district CTAE programs, aligning initiatives with educational goals.
- Coordinated CTAE funding, grants, and program resources to meet workforce demands.
- Established and maintained partnerships with local businesses and industry to enhance student pathways.
- Expanded career pathways and increased student access to certifications and career opportunities
- Facilitated instructional improvement, discipline systems, and daily school operations.
Teacher / Work-Based Learning (WBL) Coordinator
Bibb County School District
Macon
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Developed and maintained employer partnerships, providing students with real-world work experiences that enhance learning
- Increased student participation in work-based learning and career pathway programs, resulting in improved career readiness and expanded opportunities
- Connected classroom instruction to workforce readiness and career development, aligning curriculum with specific industry needs
- Supported student engagement, retention, and postsecondary readiness
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - School Improvement
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA05-2027
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Educational Leadership
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA12-2017
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) -
Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, GA12-2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Marketing
Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, GA12-1996
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Curriculum development
- Teacher coaching
- Student assessment
- Data analysis
- Program management
- Community partnerships
Professional References
- Mrs.Debbie Puckett, Superintendent, Pulaski County Schools, 478-783-7200, dpuckett@pulaski.k12.ga.us
- Mr. Shane Williamson, Superintendent, Pike County Schools, 770-567-8489, WilliaS@pike.k12.ga.us
Certification
Georgia Tier II Leadership Certification
Selected Leadership Impact
- Led alignment of instructional and operational systems across middle and high school (grades 6–12)
- Expanded CTAE programs and work-based learning opportunities to increase student engagement and career readiness
- Demonstrated consistent use of data to drive instructional improvement and student outcomes
- Built strong partnerships with business and community stakeholders to support workforce development
Core Leadership Competencies
- Strategic Planning & District Improvement
- Student Achievement & CCRPI Performance
- Instructional Leadership & Teacher Development
- Budget & Resource Alignment (CTAE, program funding)
- Workforce Development & Industry Partnerships
- Secondary Systems Alignment (Grades 6–12)
- Community Engagement & Stakeholder Communication
- Organizational Leadership & Staff Development
Timeline
Principal (High School & Middle School Leadership)
Pulaski County Schools
10.2022 - Current
Assistant Principal / CTAE Director (Dual Role)
Pulaski County Schools
01.2018 - 01.2023
Teacher / Work-Based Learning (WBL) Coordinator
Bibb County School District
01.2008 - 01.2018
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - School Improvement
University of West Georgia
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Educational Leadership
Columbus State University
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) -
Georgia College & State University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Marketing
Georgia College & State University