Alexandra Heredia
Hollister,CA
Summary
Student-centered educator with expertise in leadership, coaching, and educational program evaluation. Proven ability to enhance student success through data analysis and effective staff training.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Services Coordinator
Navigator Schools
Hollister, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Ensured compliance with service delivery laws, regulations, and policies governing student services operations.
- Ensured fidelity to section 504 plans, SSTs and +265 IEPs across 4 different sites.
- Collaborate with multiple high schools across 4 cities to ensure an accurate pathway for rising freshmen.
- Conducted Academic and Functional Behavior Assessments and wrote Behavior Intervention Plans based on assessment data and positive interventions for more severe cases.
- Implemented discipline procedures when necessary according to school policy.
- Provide guidance to principals and vice principals on positive interventions, behavior matrix and best disciplinary approach.
- Conducted staff training on education regulations and best practices to enhance compliance and service delivery.
- Conducted weekly coaching sessions with teachers to enhance instructional practices.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques during semi-annual evaluations.
- Well versed in multiple subject and grade span curriculum and implementation, development and modification of curriculum utilizing state standards.
- Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership, teaching effectiveness and full inclusion model.
- Assessed educational programs to ensure alignment with student goals and improve overall effectiveness.
- Analyzed standardized test data to evaluate program effectiveness and inform improvements.
- Oversaw operations of a department with over 65 staff members, ensuring effective collaboration and productivity.
- Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff.
- Trained special education teachers on IEP writing strategies.
- Developed IEPs that meet legal obligations and address individual student needs.
- Lead high profile IEP meetings with other team members, including School Psychologists, Advocates, Attorneys, Speech and Language Pathologists, and families to ensure amicable student educational outcomes.
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Trainer.
- Supervised and supported induction programs for new teachers.
Summer School Principal 2024, 2025
Gilroy Prep and Hollister Prep
Gilroy and Hollister, California
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Monitored and coordinated daily operations to ensure compliance with educational standards and policies.
- Worked collaboratively with other educational professionals within the neighbor district due to school being located at neighbor district school due to construction.
- Provided guidance to teachers on lesson plans, curricula development and instruction methods.
- Monitored student performance, attendance, and behavior throughout the summer program.
- Resolved conflicts among students or parents as needed.
- Led recruitment, hiring, training and supervision of staff members.
- Managed daily operations including scheduling classes, assigning duties to support personnel.
- Collaborated with other administrators to coordinate resources between summer school and regular academic year programs.
- Analyzed student data to identify areas of needs and guide coaching.
- Coordinated with multiple afterschool programs to ensure safety and well being of students as they transition from school to afterschool program.
Educational Specialist
Navigator Schools
Hollister, CA
07.2019 - 06.2024
- Created individualized education plans to address diverse student needs and enhance learning outcomes.
- Led Transition meetings with high schools to ensure accurate placement and pathway for rising freshmen.
- Taught using Universal Design of Learning framework.
- Managed a caseload of over 28 Kinder-8th grade students from diverse backgrounds, varying disabilities and ranging levels of support to ensure student growth.
- Implemented tailored interventions to achieve positive academic and social-emotional outcomes for students.
- Modified curriculum materials to accommodate diverse learning styles and enhance student engagement.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Collaborated with a partner teacher to deliver effective Mathematics and English Language Arts instruction in co-taught/full inclusion model.
- Evaluated student progress through tests, projects, and observations to inform instructional strategies.
- Utilized scaffolding techniques to support student learning during lessons.
- Coordinated IEP meetings to foster collaboration among educators, parents, and specialists, ensuring comprehensive student support.
- Coached paraprofessionals weekly.
Summer School Teacher
Navigator Schools, Gilroy Prep
Gilroy, California
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Taught Kinder, 1st
- Taught 4th grade via distance learning
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student participation.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote student engagement, teamwork and facilitate social skills after Covid shut down.
- Guided students in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and parents to ensure successful student outcomes.
- Maintained a safe and secure learning environment for all students.
- Piloted new school programs.
- Used PBIS framework to aide in classroom management
Paraprofessional
Navigator Schools
Hollister, California
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Facilitated student learning and development in classroom setting, promoting academic growth.
- Supported students during academic instruction and assignments, enhancing understanding and engagement.
- Monitored and guided student behavior during activities and lessons, fostering positive interactions.
Small Group Instructor
Navigator Schools
Hollister, California
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Delivered tailored instruction to small groups based on state standards, improving student understanding and engagement.
- Facilitated small group instruction for diverse student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Evaluated student progress and adapted teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs
- Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and needs.
Tutor/Teacher Assistant
Gavilan College
Gilroy, California
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Tutored students in college-level math, accounting, economics, and writing, enhancing their understanding and academic performance
- Provided tutoring support to students in the math lab and tutoring center.
- Taught remedial math course for students in disability resource center, improving their math skills and confidence
Education
Administrative Program - Preliminary Administrative Credential
Santa Clara County Office of Education
Santa Clara05-2026
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Massachusetts Global
Aliso Viejo, CA05-2022
Teaching Credential - Educational Specialist
University of Massachusetts Global
Aliso Viejo, CA05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Brandman University
Irvine, CA05-2019
Associate of Arts - General Business
Gavilan College
Gilroy, CA05-2015
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Program evaluation
- Data analysis
- Coaching/Staff Training
- Performance evaluations
- Student Centered
- Leadership
- Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Summer School Principal 2024, 2025
Gilroy Prep and Hollister Prep
06.2024 - 07.2025
Student Services Coordinator
Navigator Schools
07.2023 - Current
Summer School Teacher
Navigator Schools, Gilroy Prep
06.2020 - 07.2023
Educational Specialist
Navigator Schools
07.2019 - 06.2024
Paraprofessional
Navigator Schools
08.2016 - 06.2019
Small Group Instructor
Navigator Schools
08.2015 - 06.2016
Tutor/Teacher Assistant
Gavilan College
08.2013 - 06.2015
Administrative Program - Preliminary Administrative Credential
Santa Clara County Office of Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Massachusetts Global
Teaching Credential - Educational Specialist
University of Massachusetts Global
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Brandman University
Associate of Arts - General Business
Gavilan College