Matthew J McDonald

Highly accomplished and innovative business leader with an extensive track record of success delivering key changes to take organizational performance to new levels. Seeking to leverage my leadership abilities to make a powerful impact on an organization’s capabilities, programs, and mission. Adept at partnering with stakeholders across all areas and levels to foster synergy, drive continuous improvement, and achieve shared goals. Exceptional problem-solver; able to identify areas in vital need of improvement and develop solutions to overcome challenges of all complexities. Excel at building, training, and optimizing the performance of large teams. Focused on creating cultures that promote diversity & inclusion, mental health, professional development, and collaboration as keys to achieving sustained excellence. 

I am a dynamic and innovation-driven business leader with a powerful track record of achievement within the education sector, I have been instrumental as a change driver delivering new programs, policies, and other assets to maximize the success of my organization. As such, I am seeking to transition from the public education profession at this point in my career, and I am confident that I possess the skills, expertise, and insights to excel in this leadership capacity and become an invaluable member of your a senior leadership team. 

The following represent interchangeable examples from my personal experiences which are highlighted on my resume:

Throughout my career, I have applied my proven expertise, passion for driving continuous improvement, and leadership abilities to helping my organizations meet and exceed their ambitious objectives, no matter the challenges I have had to overcome. In my culminating role as School Superintendent with the Baldwinsville Central School District, I made a major impact on the success of our over 5,500 students and 1,000 staff members, while continuing to introduce changes that were instrumental in the district ranking among the top school districts both regionally and state-wide. Further examples of my skills and achievements are outlined on my attached resume. As you will see, I am dedicated to partnering with a team that will enable me to draw upon my advanced skillset and insights to play a key role in driving their ongoing growth and success within the mental health profession.

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Counseling, Long Island University

Bachelor of Science in Special Education – K-12, Dowling College

CERTIFICATIONS

Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) in School Administration, Long Island University

Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) in School Building Leadership, Long Island University