John-Paul Jacobson

John-Paul Jacobson has a diverse work experience in the education sector. John-Paul most recently served as the Director of Teaching & Learning at Forest Lake Area Schools since July 2021. Prior to that, they were the Principal at Forest Lake Area Middle School from July 2015 to June 2021. John-Paul also held the position of Principal at Century and Southwest Junior Highs from July 2017 to July 2018.

Before joining Forest Lake Area Schools, John-Paul worked in the Shakopee School District, where they served as the Director of Instructional Technology and Evaluation from June 2013 to June 2015. Prior to this role, they were the East Junior High Principal from July 2010 to June 2013.

Earlier in their career, John-Paul worked as an Assistant Principal at Anoka--Hennepin Schools from July 2007 to June 2010. John-Paul also served as the Dean of Students at Cadwallader Middle School from August 2005 to July 2007.

John-Paul's journey in education began as a Mathematics Teacher at Jim Bridger Middle School from August 2000 to July 2005. Prior to that, they started their career as a Third Grade Teacher at Eva Wolfe Elementary School from August 1999 to July 2000.

John-Paul Jacobson earned a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Teaching from Concordia College from 1994 to 1999. John-Paul then pursued further education and obtained a Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Leadership and Administration, General from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas between 2003 and 2005. Lastly, there is no available information regarding their education history at Bethel Seminary-St. Paul.