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California, United States

Ross, Ca

Larkspur, Ca

Facilitated the development, implementation, and communication of a shared vision of learning that reflects excellence and equity for all students.Facilitated the development, implementation and communication of organizational, instructional and assessment strategies to maximize achievement for all students.Facilitated the development, implementation and communication of high quality professional development programs that support the mission of the district. Advanced the change process; promoted district mission and implemented strategies and timelines to accomplish the strategic priorities of the district. Supervised and implemented quality personnel practices and services including recruitment, selection, training and retention of high quality staff. Oversaw employee assignment and transfer process including the credential process and establishment and maintenance of eligibility lists. Created and maintained positive and productive employee relations and services including monitoring of adherence to collective bargaining agreements. Played a key role in negotiations for certificated and classified bargaining units.Facilitated the creation and management of the staffing plan.Managed the health benefits program. Directed and monitored a program of performance evaluation for all employees. Administered the board-approved budget for all areas of responsibility. Attended all regular and special meetings of the Board of Trustees and provide advice and counsel to the Superintendent and Board on all instructional and personnel matters. Provided direct supervision for educational technology, student services, and special education.

Larkspur, Ca

Directed district-wide curriculum, instruction, assessment, and staff development programs; articulated a clear philosophy and shared vision of learning; promoted an effective learning environmentParticipated as an active member of the leadership team; upheld boardpolicies and follows administrative guidelines/proceduresMaintained open and effective communications; promoted the district’s mission and vision; served as an information resource; kept stakeholders informed of emerging issuesAnalyzed data to improve school operations; helped develop and implement the district’s continuous improvement plan; identified and developed partnerships that enhanced district servicesDirected student assessment programs and analyzes results; provided leadership for instructional modifications and interventions that enhanced student learningAdvanced the change process; implemented strategies and timeframes to accomplish organizational objectivesAdministered the board-approved budget for assigned areas of responsibility; approved the purchase of supplies and equipment; ensured that program resources were equitably apportioned.Managed the district curriculum committeesContributed to effective instructional methods and implementation ofcurriculum changes by coordinating within district policy and procedures staff development and in-service training to support curriculum, instruction, and classroom student assessment functions; participated in identifying teacher training needs for curriculum and instruction and in developing and implementing programsLed initiatives to maximize inclusion of instructional technology in the classroom; provided leadership in the planning and implementation of the district- wide instructional technology plan; provided for staff development needs to achieve successful implementation of technology in the classroom. Administered PAR/BTSA and New Teacher Support Program

Tahoe City, Ca

Maintained and carried out adopted state law, policies of the Board of Education, contractual agreements, and district administrative procedures Developed strong partnerships to enhance student achievementMonitored and assessed classroom instruction to ensure standards drivencurriculum, real-world relevance, and integrated curriculum and assessment practicesCoordinated support services to ensure that students experience personalizationEstablished and maintained a strategic and viable school-based budgetCreated a system to collect, utilize, and disseminate data to ensure studentachievement and to continuously improve the overall educational program Recruited, retained, supported and evaluated teachers As the instructional leaders, promoted, supported, and trained teachers tobe high functioning collaborators within their small learning communities.

Napa, Ca

Designed network-wide leadership professional developmentProvided professional guidance and training for teachers, administrators,university faculty, and district officials in implementing systemic strategies associated with district and school based reform

Napa, Ca

Provided professional guidance and training for teachers, administrators, higher education faculty, and district officials in cultivation of school reformCoached teachers in project based curriculum development andimplementationProvided classroom specific professional development in web-basedlearning management systems and collaborative web 2.0 toolsFacilitated school/network-wide workshopsInstructed staff on project based curriculum mapping and standards alignment

Napa, Ca

Instructed students and performed all capacities of teachingSupported administration as Teacher-in-ChargeSupported New Tech Foundation in development of project based sciencecurriculumDeveloped and implemented innovative Physical Education programDeveloped and implemented innovative Life Science programDeveloped and implemented innovative Environmental Science programPresented curriculum and instructional methodsParticipant in A.S.C.D. video series on the adolescent brainPublished projects for curricular library

Pacifica

Instructed students and performed all capacities of teachingRepresented school district as member of math articulation committee

Doctor Of Education (Ed.D.), Organizational Leadership

Master’S Degree, Curriculum And Instruction

Bachelor'S Degree, Environmental Science