Julie Kolbeck
4 Roanoke Rd
Summary
I am a dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Christ the King School, recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. Expert in organizational management and school community relations, fostering a positive culture while driving student performance through data-driven strategies and effective staff guidance. Committed to excellence in education and community engagement.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Christ the King School
SIOUX FALLS
12.2013 - 07.2025
- 2025 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Award winner.
- Managed a group of 5 classified staff members and 28 certified teachers.
- Inner-city school with a diverse population.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers, and the local community.
- Interacted positively with staff to demonstrate the professional conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior, and instructional strategies.
- Developed a platform for instructional practices design through data-driven decision-making.
- Oversee school budgets, document changes, and track expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
Junior Olympic Volleyball Coach and Coordinator
O'Gorman High School and Roosevelt High School
SIOUX FALLS
12.2002 - 12.2017
- Coached individuals between the ages of eight and eighteen on volleyball techniques.
- Applied evaluation techniques and personal knowledge to assess abilities to assign players to the correct positions on the team.
- Readied the team to compete in tournaments and other special events.
- Ran drills and practices to help children develop and improve sports skills.
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop a strong work ethic by being a positive role model and practicing skills regularly.
- Scheduled, organized, and attended practices with athletes and additional coaching staff.
- Encouraged understanding of the rules and regulations of volleyball at every level by explaining key details to players.
Head Volleyball Coach
O'Gorman High School and Roosevelt High School
Sioux Falls
12.2000 - 12.2017
- Scheduled, organized, and attended practices with athletes and additional coaching staff.
- Checked academic success for players, ensuring that each maintained all eligibility requirements.
- Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes, and more successful competitors through focus, effective training, and proper nutrition.
- Applied evaluation techniques and personal knowledge to assess abilities to assign players to the correct positions on the team.
- 1st-place finishes: 2002, 2013, 2014.
- 2nd- place finish, 2005.
- 3rd-place finishes: 2015, 2006.
- 8th-place finishes: 2012, 2017.
- Coach of the Year, 2013, 2014.
Physical Education Teacher
Sioux Falls Catholic and Public School Systems
SIOUX FALLS
12.1993 - 12.2013
- Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concepts, and overall safety to avoid injuries.
- Kept school equipment, gyms, and fields in good working order.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Worked with teachers on IEP plans to develop objectives, and assess progress.
- Coordinated materials and instructional plans for immersive activities exploring concepts.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD12.1993
Skills
- School culture
- Employee performance evaluations
- Technology integrations
- School community relations
- New student orientation
- Student performance data
- Staff and educator guidance
- Public speaking
- Discipline
- Budget
- Organizational management
- Fundraising
- Organizational leadership
- Classroom management
Affiliations
Career Related Experiences
- Member, Curriculum Committee, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools
- Member, Communications Committee, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools
- Member, Peer Relations Committee, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools
- Member, Professional Development Committee, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic School
- Member, Wellness Committee, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic School
- Developed and run a one-on-one personalized volleyball training program for grades 3-8
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance.
- South Dakota High School Coaches Association
- South Dakota Volleyball Coaches Association
- NCEA National Catholic Education Association
Education and Training
other,other
References
- Ms. Joan Mahoney, Principal, O’Gorman High School, Sioux Falls, SD (605) 336-3644
- Rev. David Krogman, Pastor, St. Mary Parish, Sioux Falls, SD (605) 332-6391
- Rev. Jordan Samson, Pastor, Christ the King Parish, Sioux Falls, SD (605) 332-5477
- Mr. Steve Kueter, Athletic Director, O’Gorman High School, Sioux Falls, SD (605) 336-3644
Timeline
Principal
Christ the King School
12.2013 - 07.2025
Junior Olympic Volleyball Coach and Coordinator
O'Gorman High School and Roosevelt High School
12.2002 - 12.2017
Head Volleyball Coach
O'Gorman High School and Roosevelt High School
12.2000 - 12.2017
Physical Education Teacher
Sioux Falls Catholic and Public School Systems
12.1993 - 12.2013
Master of Arts - Education Administration
University of South Dakota
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
South Dakota State University