Head Of School

• Jul 2021 - Present

Lower School Principal

• Jul 2018 - Jul 2021

Manage a team of 70 faculty members and all aspects of the day-to-day operations of a high performing elementary division Launch inquiry-based approaches to nurture long-lasting engagement and curiosity Spearhead the elementary curriculum to ensure that classrooms are whole-child focused, and best practices in education are used to nurture innovation, creativity, and civic awareness in all students Lead, support, and work collaboratively with faculty and key administrators to ensure an inclusive environment is sustained for students and faculty at all times Plans, develops, and implements professional development activities to support and enhance teachers’ knowledge of culturally responsive pedagogy and social-emotional practices Coordinate curriculum development and the implementation of educational programs using Professional Learning Communities (PLC’s) as a vehicle to provide support to the faculty Delivers oral presentations in multiple languages on academic content to various stakeholders (i.e., Board of Trustees, teachers, parents, and community groups) Approves and manages departmental budgets and determines allocations for staff, supplies, and equipment Show less

Director of Toddler & Primary

• Jul 2015 - Jul 2018

Managed the operation of three campuses and multiple budgets Spearheaded the curriculum to ensure that classrooms were culturally competent, whole-child focused, and data was collected thru research-based assessment programs Developed with senior leadership, a strategic plan to ensure equitable and inclusive standards were aligned with classroom practices, school culture, content, and instruction Managed the opening and operation of a public-private toddler program in Marin City Executed the necessary steps to attain the State of California license for the new campus in Marin City Led the Middle School International Student Exchange Program and created opportunities for students and staff to support inclusive practices and build a globally informed perspective Acted as Interim Head of School during the month of July due to a transition in leadership. Show less

Pre-K Coordinator

• Aug 2005 - Jun 2015

Taught and assessed students using culturally responsive and best practice in education Organized and conducted weekly meetings to plan class projects, department goals, and curriculum implementation Presented and explained the curriculum to current and prospective parents during open house tours Member of the Professional Learning Community (PLC) for the English and Visual Arts Departments Taught and assessed students using culturally responsive and best practice in education Organized and conducted weekly meetings to plan class projects, department goals, and curriculum implementation Presented and explained the curriculum to current and prospective parents during open house tours Member of the Professional Learning Community (PLC) for the English and Visual Arts Departments

PE Teacher / Track & Field Coach

• Aug 2004 - Jun 2005