Arica Rainey
Temecula,CA
Summary
Academic and operational leader with nine years of experience as a school Administrator. Professional educator in curriculum and academic instruction with superior communication and team-building abilities. Outstanding skills in communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as an effective coach and instructional leader. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District
07.2017 - Current
- Attended Targeted Feedback Institute that engages Administrators and teachers in feedback cycles to improve student outcomes.
- Co-facilitated PD for district Administrators in Targeted Feedback Cycles and live Coaching Sessions with teachers.
- Participated and led site Learning Walks for classroom observations, teacher feedback, and debrief session.
- Administrative member of FUESD district level K-8th grade ELA Curriculum Adoption Committee for 21/22 school year.
- Administrative member of FUESD/SDCOE district level Equity for Language Learners Improvement Collaborative (ELLIC) Committee to develop overall student oracy and communication skills.
- Administrative member of FUESD district level MTSS K-8th grade Committee to coordinate systems structure, data analysis, and best practices for student support.
- Increased level of proficiency by 16% in ELA and by 20% in Math over span of two years based on state CAASPP scores.
- Coordinated and implemented 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Leader in Me, initiative and Lighthouse Certification.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
Assistant Principal
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Led Leader in Me initiative and worked with two school sites to achieve Lighthouse Certification.
- Piloted district SST process based on PSW approach that supported overall MTSS model.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
Instructional Coach
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District
07.2015 - 10.2015
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of instructional materials to ensure alignment with state standards and district goals.
- Implemented evidence-based literacy strategies, resulting in improved reading comprehension and writing abilities among students.
- Optimized use of technology in classrooms by training teachers on effective integration strategies that enhance student learning experiences.
- Co-planned, Co-taught, and modeled lessons in Language Arts and Math across TK to 6th grades.
Teacher
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District,
01.2012 - 06.2015
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Instructed diverse groups of students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Teacher
San Marcos Unified School District
07.2006 - 06.2011
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet state content standards.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Education
Clear Administrative Services Credential -
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA06.2015
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA06.2015
Clear Multiple Subjects Credential With CLAD -
California State University - San Marcos
San Marcos, CA05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - San Marcos
San Marcos, CA05.2004
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA08.2002
Skills
- Relationship building and networking
- Analysis and Application of Data
- Program Development and Management
- Instructional Leadership and Planning
- School Community Relations
- Verbal and written communication
- Budgeting
- Instructional Coach and Mentor
Timeline
Principal
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District
07.2017 - Current
Assistant Principal
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District
10.2015 - 06.2017
Instructional Coach
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District
07.2015 - 10.2015
Teacher
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District,
01.2012 - 06.2015
Teacher
San Marcos Unified School District
07.2006 - 06.2011
Clear Administrative Services Credential -
Azusa Pacific University
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Azusa Pacific University
Clear Multiple Subjects Credential With CLAD -
California State University - San Marcos
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - San Marcos
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Palomar College
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