BIANCA D’ALLESANDRO
Lafayette,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in educational leadership and program management. Proven track record in enhancing budget management, employee engagement, and compliance systems. Skilled in developing executive partnerships and driving impactful change across large-scale operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator, Special Education Programs
Oakland Unified School District
06.2023 - Current
- Partnered with senior leadership to design and implement effective compliance and accountability systems.
- Led operational coordination across multiple secondary sites, ensuring compliance within a regulated, multi-stakeholder environment.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, facilitating seamless program execution across locations.
- Deliver large-scale training initiatives to support workforce effectiveness.
- Analyze staffing and resource data to improve operational alignment.
Director
Skyline High School
06.2018 - 06.2023
- Executive leader responsible for full-site operations of a 1,600-person organization with 140+ staff and $15M+ in managed resources.
- Managed $3M discretionary budget and $12M staffing allocation.
- Oversaw facilities, staffing, compliance, scheduling, and daily operations to ensure seamless organizational function.
- Led hiring, onboarding, and performance management processes.
- Stabilized operations during periods of organizational transition.
- Designed and executed large-scale leadership retreats and stakeholder forums to enhance collaboration and community engagement.
- Built external partnerships and managed vendor relationships to support organizational goals and resource optimization.
Principal
Bret Harte Middle School
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Led organizational restructuring to enhance operational efficiency and align resources with strategic goals.
- Managed accreditation process, achieving 6-year institutional approval and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Directed operational oversight, managing budget, staffing, facilities coordination, and compliance to ensure program effectiveness.
Head of High School
Madison Park Academy
06.2012 - 06.2015
- Launched and scaled high school division, managing staffing, scheduling, and facilities logistics to ensure smooth operations.
- Developed internal systems facilitating organizational growth, enhancing operational efficiency and support for staff.
- Partnered with community stakeholders, enhancing engagement and fostering strong external relationships to benefit the school community.
Dean of Students
Oakland School for the Arts
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Directed programs that fostered employee and student engagement, contributing to a supportive campus culture.
- Implemented operational policies and coordinated cross-department initiatives to enhance collaboration.
- Oversaw reporting processes and managed grant administration to ensure compliance and effective resource allocation.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Mills College
Oakland, CAMaster of Educational Leadership -
Mills College
Oakland, CAMaster of Arts - Literature
Bard College
Red Hook, NYBachelor of Arts - Literature
Bard College
Red Hook, NYSkills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Team leadership and development
- Compliance oversight
- Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
- Operational efficiency enhancement
- Program coordination and management
- Resource optimization strategies
- Budget oversight
- Training facilitation and delivery
- Process improvement initiatives
Leadership Highlights
Developed systems to improve compliance and accountability across multiple sites. Coordinated teams for effective program execution and operational alignment. Implemented large-scale training initiatives to boost workforce effectiveness. Managed $15M in resources to optimize performance and achieve strategic goals. Enhanced community engagement through strategic partnerships and forums.
Timeline
Coordinator, Special Education Programs
Oakland Unified School District
06.2023 - Current
Director
Skyline High School
06.2018 - 06.2023
Principal
Bret Harte Middle School
06.2015 - 06.2018
Head of High School
Madison Park Academy
06.2012 - 06.2015
Dean of Students
Oakland School for the Arts
01.2008 - 01.2012
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Mills College
Master of Educational Leadership -
Mills College
Master of Arts - Literature
Bard College
Bachelor of Arts - Literature
Bard College