Abigail C. Nuñez, Ed.D.
Oakland,USA
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record in districts and charter networks, driving strategic initiatives that enhance student learning. Expertise in instructional and adaptive leadership, resulting in improved student outcomes and equitable education. Demonstrated ability to empower teams by leveraging assets and building organizational capacity.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Chief of Schools
Education for Change Public Schools
Oakland, CA
07.2022 - Current
- Serve as senior leadership team member for six schools serving over 2,700 students in grades TK-12.
- Drive strategic plan priorities to achieve annual KPIs, priority metrics, and successful charter renewal campaigns via cross-functional work with senior leadership.
- Uphold a commitment to educational excellence by promoting and establishing an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust between students, team members, and parents.
- Collaborate with home office and school teams around annual planning processes and daily operations in instruction, culture, operations, family partnership, talent, and finance.
- Lead the implementation of the California Community Schools Framework, including the design and rollout of network initiatives for student belonging.
- Ensure highly effective school leadership through the supervision, coaching, and evaluation of school principals, and fortifying school leader pipelines.
- Resolve the escalation of matters in student discipline, school safety, and stakeholder complaints via board policies and formal processes.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.
Executive Director
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools
Los Angeles, CA
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Directed school leadership teams at two STEM-focused, college preparatory charter high schools in Northeast Los Angeles, serving over 800 students in grades 9-12.
- Oversaw strategic planning initiatives for educational programs and community engagement.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance student learning experiences and outcomes.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis and stakeholder feedback sessions.
- Evaluated existing programs for improvement opportunities while identifying new program ideas based on market analysis.
- Managed budget allocations and resource distribution across multiple schools.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to support student services and enrichment.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Advocated for policy changes to promote equitable education within the network.
Principal
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools
Los Angeles, CA
07.2013 - 06.2021
- Led educational initiatives to enhance student engagement and academic performance for over 400 students at Alliance Tennenbaum Family Technology High School.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff to improve instructional practices.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Managed school and campus operations, ensuring compliance with district policies and regulations.
- Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
Founding Principal
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Co-designed and opened the Fine & Performing Arts Academy, a college preparatory program for 650 students, one of two sister schools co-located at Dr. Maya Angelou Community High School.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of school and campus activities.
- Provided leadership in curriculum design and instruction for all grade levels.
- Facilitated professional development activities for faculty members on instructional strategies, assessment techniques, and technology integration into the classroom.
- Engaged with parents and stakeholders to promote transparency and collaboration in decision-making.
- Fostered community partnerships to enhance educational resources and opportunities.
- Managed budget planning and resource allocation for effective school operations.
Instructional Coach, Title III
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
07.2010 - 05.2011
- Led English Language Development initiatives for over 740 English Learners in collaboration with teachers and the school leadership team at Los Angeles Academy Middle School.
- Designed engaging professional development workshops for educators and staff.
- Facilitated classroom observations to provide constructive feedback to educators.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for instructional improvement.
- Coordinated with administration to align instructional goals with school objectives.
Instructional Coach, Secondary Literacy
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
01.2008 - 06.2010
- Led literacy initiatives for over 850 students in conjunction with teachers and the school leadership team at Daniel Webster Middle School.
- Designed engaging professional development workshops for educators and staff.
- Facilitated classroom observations to provide constructive feedback to educators.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for instructional improvement.
- Coordinated with administration to align instructional goals with school objectives.
Institute Director, Reading & Language Arts
UCLA Center X
Los Angeles, CA
06.2009 - 07.2009
- Directed summer professional development for over 350 kindergarten through high school teachers at 16 school sites in the Compton Unified School District.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
Teach for America 2002 Corp Member & Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
07.2002 - 12.2007
- Led content and grade-level teams to attain ambitious learning goals with over 800 students at Los Angeles Academy Middle School.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to meet diverse student needs, and assess progress.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
English Language Teaching Assistant
Fulbright Commission
Neubrandenburg, Germany
09.2001 - 06.2002
- Assisted instructors with lesson planning and classroom activities for students in grades 4-13 at Friedrich-Engels Gymnasium.
- Supported students in developing English language skills through tutoring sessions.
- Facilitated discussions to improve student confidence in speaking English.
- Engaged in professional development workshops to refine teaching techniques.
- Coordinated cultural exchange events to enhance language learning experiences.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
UCLA
Los Angeles, CA12-2008
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA06-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology & German Language and Literature
University of Notre Dame
South Bend, IN05-2001
Skills
- Lead Liberated for Supervisors
- Leading for Equity (NEP)
- Girls Lead Collective Belonging
- Relay National Principals Academy
- Adaptive Schools Facilitator
- Cognitive Coaching Trainer
- Proficient in Spanish & German (Speaking, Reading, Writing)
Certification
California Tier II Administrative Services Credential
Timeline
Chief of Schools
Education for Change Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
Executive Director
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools
07.2021 - 06.2022
Principal
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools
07.2013 - 06.2021
Founding Principal
Los Angeles Unified School District
06.2011 - 06.2013
Instructional Coach, Title III
Los Angeles Unified School District
07.2010 - 05.2011
Institute Director, Reading & Language Arts
UCLA Center X
06.2009 - 07.2009
Instructional Coach, Secondary Literacy
Los Angeles Unified School District
01.2008 - 06.2010
Teach for America 2002 Corp Member & Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
07.2002 - 12.2007
English Language Teaching Assistant
Fulbright Commission
09.2001 - 06.2002
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
UCLA
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology & German Language and Literature
University of Notre Dame