Brian Raber
Elementary School Assistant Principal
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Summary
Enthusiastic Assistant Principal offering 4 years of Elementary Administrative experience. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution, and positive school climate. Exercises competencies in development, implementation, and execution of performance-enhancing programs such as Positive Behavior Intervention Systems, Universal Design for Learning, and Restorative Practices.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Principal
Silver Rail Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Led professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and outcomes.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
Assistant Principal
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School
8 2022 - 05.2023
- Full-Time Elementary Assistant Principal and acting Principal for day-to-day running of school
- Performed Certificated and Classified classroom evaluations to assess teacher effectiveness in supporting student learning
- Trained Certificated and Classified staff with Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS)
- Co-Created District-Wide Behavioral Tracking System to access, monitor, and implement Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
- District Lead in the implementation of Restorative Practices and Proactive Community Circles
- Collaborated with the Special Ed Staff to create a Full Inclusion Program across all grade levels
- Designed School Safety Plan with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, teachers, community leaders, and law enforcement
Assistant Principal
Linwood E. Howe/Farragut Elementary School
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Assistant Principal split 50/50 at two TK-5 Sites
- CAASPP State Testing Coordinator
- Performed Certificated and Classified classroom evaluations to assess teacher effectiveness in supporting student learning
- Designed two dedicated spaces at each School Site for the purpose of implementing Community Circles and Restorative Practices
- Implemented monthly trainings for Noon Duty classified staff with an emphasis on PBIS Practices
- Collaborated with PTA, Booster Club, and School Site Council to increase Parent Volunteerism
- English Language Advisory Committee Coordinator
4th Grade Resource Specialist Teacher
Old River Elementary School
08.2017 - 08.2021
- Modified and differentiated General Education Curriculum for Students with Special Needs
- Created and managed IEPs, addressing student learning objectives and best first instruction
- Facilitated Schools' first Community of Practice targeting ELA achievement for Students with IEP's
- Supervised and Trained Instructional Assistants in using a Balanced Literacy Approach
- Utilized daily Co-teaching Practices with General Ed Teacher with an emphasis on Cognitive Guided Instructional (CGI) Practices
K-5 Resource Specialist Teacher
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Coordinated monthly meetings with General Ed staff to analyze student progress monitoring data
- Mentored newly hired teachers as part of the Beginning Teacher Support Provider Program (BTSA)
- Designed Balanced Literacy Training as part of the site Instructional Leadership Team
- Created a multi-tiered Behavioral Support program targeting social emotional IEP goals
2nd Grade General Education Teacher
Telesis Academy Of Science And Math
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Taught all Core Content Academic Subjects
- Recipient of Cotsen Art of Teaching Fellowship
- Readers & Writers Workshop Model Lab Classroom
- Utilized Writers Workshop approach to implement first Buddy Program with 6th Grade Classroom
- 5th/6th Grade Head Basketball Coach
K-5 Special Day Class Teacher
Shelyn Elementary School
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Increased main-streaming participation by 50%
- Co-taught with 3rd grade General Education teacher implementing Writers Workshop Strategies
- Differentiated core curriculum addressing California State Standards for self-contained split-level class
Education
Clear California Administrative Credential - Educational Administration
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA 08.2021 - 03.2023
Mild Moderate Credential - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
National University
La Jolla, CA 08.2010 - 08.2011
Masters in Education/Multiple Subject Credential - Education
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA 08.2007 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA 08.2002 - 03.2005
Skills
Trainer of Restorative Practices
Positive Behavior Intervention Systems
Multi Tiered Systems of Support
State Testing Coordinator
English Language Advisory Committee
Parent Volunteerism
Balanced Literacy
Universal Design for Learning
Positive School Climate
Music and Perfomance
Extracurricular Sports Activities
Certification
Restorative Practices
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Silver Rail Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Restorative Practices
03-2023
Assistant Principal
Linwood E. Howe/Farragut Elementary School
08.2021 - 08.2022
Clear California Administrative Credential - Educational Administration
University of California, Irvine
08.2021 - 03.2023
Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS)
08-2021
4th Grade Resource Specialist Teacher
Old River Elementary School
08.2017 - 08.2021
Cognitive Guided Instruction (CGI)
03-2017
K-5 Resource Specialist Teacher
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
08.2014 - 08.2017
Woodcock Johnson Tests of Achievement
03-2014
2nd Grade General Education Teacher
Telesis Academy Of Science And Math
08.2012 - 08.2014
Balanced Literacy Approach
02-2012
Inclusive Practices Universal Design for Learning
02-2011
K-5 Special Day Class Teacher
Shelyn Elementary School
08.2010 - 08.2012
Mild Moderate Credential - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
National University
08.2010 - 08.2011
Masters in Education/Multiple Subject Credential - Education
University of California, Berkeley
08.2007 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
San Diego State University
08.2002 - 03.2005
Assistant Principal
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School
8 2022 - 05.2023
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