Dr. Devin Embray
Biographical Info
Dr. Devin Embray brings over three decades of exemplary leadership in education to his role as a consultant with EDWise. With a distinguished 21-year tenure as a superintendent, Devin has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive innovation and enact visionary changes within educational systems. His expertise encompasses strategic curriculum restructuring, financial management, and creating diverse educational opportunities, ensuring agility and responsiveness to evolving needs. Under his leadership, his district achieved notable recognitions, including being named a Model Professional Learning Community District by Solution Tree in 2024, Northeast Elementary as a Model Professional Learning Community School in 2024, and National Blue Ribbon School status for West Elementary in 2022.
Dr. Embray began his career in educational administration as an Assistant Middle School Principal in the Fort Dodge Community School District from 1996 to 1998. He then served as the Middle School Principal at West Delaware County Community School District from 1998 to 2001, followed by his role as Assistant Superintendent at the same district from 2001 to 2003. He was the Superintendent of the Independence Community School District from 2003 to 2010, where he continued to build his reputation for effective leadership. From 2010 to 2024, he served as the Glenwood Community School District Superintendent, where he further cemented his legacy of educational excellence.
Dr. Embray’s leadership is characterized by solid problem-solving, strategic planning, and adept team building. His ability to manage capital growth and enrollment and forge collaborative partnerships has yielded mutually beneficial results. His commitment to excellence was recognized when he was named a finalist for the School Administrators of Iowa Superintendent of the Year in 2022. He has also played pivotal roles in various professional organizations, contributing to advancing educational leadership practices. As he transitions to consulting, Dr. Embray is eager to apply his wealth of experience to new challenges, offering his insights and expertise to support the success of educational institutions and their leaders.