James Rumohr
About James Rumohr
James Rumohr serves as the Chief of Staff at Kumu, where he has worked since 2018, focusing on staff development and strategic initiatives. He has over eleven years of experience in education and has a background in the United States Air Force, where he received multiple commendations for his leadership.
Work at Kumu
James Rumohr has served as Chief Of Staff at Kumu since 2018. In this role, he oversees initiatives aimed at staff development and implements strategic initiatives for the user community. His leadership contributes to the operational effectiveness of Kumu, a platform that focuses on community engagement and user interaction.
Education and Expertise
James Rumohr holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of San Francisco, where he studied Education and obtained a Single Subject Teaching Credential. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from California State University - East Bay. His educational background supports his extensive experience in educational leadership and community engagement.
Background
James Rumohr has dedicated over eleven years to supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds as a high school teacher and school administrator in Northern California. His early career includes serving as a military police officer in the United States Air Force, where he worked as a Staff Sergeant from 2000 to 2007.
Achievements
James Rumohr has received recognition for his operational leadership skills during his military service, being awarded both the Air Force Achievement Medal and the Air Force Commendation Medal. These accolades reflect his commitment to leadership and service in various capacities throughout his career.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Kumu, James Rumohr held several significant positions. He worked as a Senior Program Manager at City Year from 2013 to 2015, and as Dean of Students at St. HOPE Public Schools from 2017 to 2018. He also served as a teacher at San Jose High School for 11 months in 2016.