Experience

SONORAN SCHOOLS

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• EL Coordinator, English Specialist

  • Feb 2020 - Present



Chime Charter School

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Elementary School Principal

  • Jun 2014 - Jun 2019

  Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers• Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification• Partnered with families and teachers to create and support behavior plans for students in need of Positive Behavior Support programs and trainings• Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families• Empowered staff and students to succeed by providing direction, knowledge/skills, resources and support to the school community• Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at homeSupported human resources operations, including hiring, training, disciplinary action and termination in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements• Interviewed, hired, supervised and assisted all school employees and offered feedback through positive methods• Performed classroom evaluations evaluate staff effectiveness with informal and formal classroom observationsOversaw administrative functions of educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards• Collaborated with all stakeholders to ensure student progress and success• Organized and prepared all required documentation for annual site review to provide evidence of school’s progress• Monitored the implementation of instructional programs for students who are high-achieving/gifted, at-risk students, English Language Learners, typical learners, and students with disabilities• Participated in IEP and 504 meetings as administrator• Monitored the instructional program of a national model for inclusive education Show less

• Director Of Curriculum And Instruction & Dean of Students

  • Jun 2012 - Jun 2014

  • Supported the implementation of curriculum and instruction within the school• Oversaw the implementation of co-teaching model, school-wide behavior support systems, and paraprofessional training • Participated in IEP meetings• Provided support and feedback to the school on the implementation of instruction in all areas identified in the California State Standards• Supported individualized instruction for students with disabilities, at-risk students, as well as students who are high-achieving/gifted• Made recommendations to the principal and executive director for improvement of student success based on evidence-based practices• Coordinated before school Reading Intervention program for at-risk students performing below grade level in reading• Collaborated with teachers to understand and improve classroom conditionsPresented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses Show less

• Elementary School Teacher

  • Aug 2001 - Jun 2014

  • Co-planned, co-taught, and co-assessed lessons and integrated units with Special Education Teacher• Created and provided support, modifications, and accommodations for students with disabilities, and at-risk students, and provided enrichment opportunities for high achieving and gifted students• Implemented a positive discipline plan which promoted student responsibility, problem solving skills, and student accountability• Created and implemented units in Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts based on the California State Content Standards• Integrated technology in lessons to engage and increase student interest and achievement• Member of the Curriculum Committee, Member of the School Planning Committee• Admin Designee: Complete administrative duties when the Principal and/or Executive Director are absent• Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills• Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions• Instructed students in standardized subjects, as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and characterExplored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions Show less