Barbara Gruetzmacher
School Administrator
Upland,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Ontario Montclair School District, adept in educational staff supervision and proficient in Microsoft Office. Excelled in fostering student and parent relations, enhancing academic excellence, and leading staff with a focus on achieving high-quality educational outcomes. Demonstrated flexibility and a results-driven approach, significantly contributing to a collaborative and high-expectation learning environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
School Administrator
Ontario Montclair School District
07.2021 - Current
- Ensured a safe learning environment by establishing strict safety protocols and emergency response plans.
- Managed daily school activities, overseeing scheduling, staffing, and facility maintenance tasks to ensure smooth operations.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments for seamless interdisciplinary education experiences for students.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities that promoted student growth in academics, arts, athletics, and leadership skills outside of the classroom setting.
- Served as liaison between parents and students.
- Promoted academic excellence by collaborating with teachers on curriculum development and instructional strategies.
- Supervised, assessed and mentored teachers and paraprofessionals.
- Set academic and behavioral standards for students.
Assistant Principal
Ontario Montclair School District
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
International Baccalaureate Coordinator
Ontario Montclair School District
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Managed program timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop plans aligning with International Baccalaureate objectives and district and state standards.
- Coached teachers through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Gathered and organized materials to support teachers.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Elementary School Teacher
Ontario Montclair School District
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in multiple academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Education
Administrative Services Credential -
University California Irvine
Irvine, CA 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN 05.2001 -
Teaching Credential -
Chapman University
Orange, CA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
California State University San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA 05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Chaffey Community College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Upland High School
Upland, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Student and parent relations
Educational staff supervision
Community Relations
Parent Communication
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Typing Accuracy
Typing speed 60 WPM
Time Management
Flexible and Adaptable
Data Entry
Schedule Coordination
Staff Evaluation
Timeline
School Administrator
Ontario Montclair School District
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Principal
Ontario Montclair School District
07.2019 - 06.2021
International Baccalaureate Coordinator
Ontario Montclair School District
08.2017 - 05.2019
Elementary School Teacher
Ontario Montclair School District
08.2013 - 05.2017
Administrative Services Credential -
University California Irvine
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Education
Walden University
05.2001 -
Teaching Credential -
Chapman University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
California State University San Bernardino
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Chaffey Community College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Upland High School
05.2001 -
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