Kirk Jones
About Kirk Jones
Kirk Jones is a Business Development and Implementation Specialist at 7 Mindsets, where he provides social-emotional learning training to schools nationwide. He has a background in education and leadership, having served as a principal and athletic director, and has received local recognition for his contributions to the education sector.
Work at 7 Mindsets
Kirk Jones has been employed at 7 Mindsets since 2020, serving as a Business Development/Implementation Specialist. In this role, he provides social-emotional learning training to schools across the United States. His previous position at 7 Mindsets was as an Implementation Consultant from 2018 to 2020. This experience has allowed him to develop a strong understanding of educational needs and the implementation of effective strategies in various school environments.
Education and Expertise
Kirk Jones holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Marketing Management from The Defiance College, which he completed from 1999 to 2002. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Educational Leadership and Administration from Bowling Green State University between 2013 and 2015. Additionally, he studied Education at the University of North Georgia, where he completed a Teacher Certification Program from 2009 to 2010.
Background in Education
Kirk Jones has extensive experience in the education sector. He served as the Middle School Principal at Ayersville School from 2015 to 2020. Prior to that, he was the Athletic Director at the same school from 2015 to 2017. His teaching experience includes positions as a 4th Grade Teacher at Walnut Grove Elementary in Gwinnett County Public Schools and a 5th Grade Teacher at Mashburn Elementary School in Forsyth County Schools.
Achievements and Recognition
Kirk Jones received a 4 under-40 award in his local community, marking him as the first individual in the education sector to earn this recognition. This award highlights his contributions and impact within the educational landscape, showcasing his commitment to fostering positive change in schools.
Previous Professional Experience
Before his current role at 7 Mindsets, Kirk Jones worked as the General Manager and Director of Programming & Marketing at Suwanee Sports Academy from 2005 to 2010. He also started his own consulting business, leveraging his diverse skill set in business and educational leadership to support various initiatives.