Jimmy Creel, Ed.D.
Jimmy Creel, Ed.D.
Assistant Professor
(409) 880-8689 p.
jimmy.creel@lamar.edu
Dr. Creel began his educational career as a teacher and coach in the Goose Creek CISD. His administrative experience includes service as an assistant principal, principal of a small high school and principal of a very large high school, as well as a central office administrator. He has served as superintendent or interim superintendent on five different occasions. His varied experience in the school business contributes to his understanding of educational issues from both sides of the argument and helps him to share these perspectives with his students who aspire to be principals or superintendents.
Research and Publications
“Analysis of Leadership Skills, Traits, and Knowledge" in Lamar University's Superintendent Certification program
2016: candidates as identified in the “Leading Conference With Student Completers”
“Rewriting an Online Educational Leadership Course from the Perspective of an Action"
2016: research project, Lamar University
2014: “An Analysis of Student Perceptions of the Superintendent Practicum Conferences in the Lamar University Superintendent Certification Program”
2013: school safety and security training series, Region III Service Center
2013: “Perceptions of Field Supervisors in an On-Line Program," Lamar University Research Forum
2013: “Apple iPod Training," LaVernia Independent School District support staff
2011: “Providing Knock Your Socks Off Service," all paraprofessional staff, LaVernia ISD