Amanda Deniston
Riverside,CA
Summary
With a passion for leadership and a proven track record of breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for all students to succeed. A visionary collaborator who thrives on innovative solutions and fosters a creative and equitable learning environment to empower the next generation of leaders to best serve students.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal-Alternative Education
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2014.07 - 2023.06
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Researched and wrote proposals for educational grants.
Coordinator of Child Welfare and Attendance
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2019.11 - 2021.12
- Decreased Chronic Absenteeism by 3%
- Developed Systems for Prevention and Intervention via Mental Health
- Developed MTSS Teams at Various Schools Sites
- Grant Writing and Implementation
- Author of Model SARB Application
Assistant Principal-Canyon Springs High School
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2014.07 - 2019.10
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development, increasing A-G Completion by 2.5%.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies decreasing suspension rates by 6%.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
Teacher-Teacher on Special Assignment
Riverside Unified School District
2005.08 - 2014.06
- Physical Education & AVID Teacher, ASB Advisor
- District Middle School Athletic Director
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies such as Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Education
Master of Science - Education
California Baptist University
Riverside, Ca05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA05.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06.2001
Sociology
Bethune Cookman University
Daytona Beach, Fl1998
Skills
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Staff Management & Development
- Strategic Planning
- Fundraising Events
- Crisis Management
- Budget Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- External and Public Relations
- Issues Resolution
- Rules and Regulations
- Negotiation
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Team Building
- Creativity and Innovation
- Supervision and Leadership
Timeline
Coordinator of Child Welfare and Attendance
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2019.11 - 2021.12
Principal-Alternative Education
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2014.07 - 2023.06
Assistant Principal-Canyon Springs High School
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2014.07 - 2019.10
Teacher-Teacher on Special Assignment
Riverside Unified School District
2005.08 - 2014.06
Master of Science - Education
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Riverside
Sociology
Bethune Cookman University
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