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Maria Silva

Sylmar,California

Summary

Innovative and academic leader with a focus on engaging the school community to meet learning objectives, drive district initiatives, and promote student progress. Committed to providing empowering leadership and extensive experience in preparing school budgets, fostering parent engagement, supporting instructional needs, and targeting data-driven goals. Strong dedication to educational excellence, striving to create a collaborative environment that promotes student success and fosters a love for learning.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Principal

Dixie Canyon Community Charter Elementary School
07.2024 - Current
  • Supervise support staff to ensure the safety and operations of campus activities
  • Organize, integrate, and communicate safety procedures and the Safe School Plan.
  • Assist the school principal in meeting state and federal mandates to ensure instructional monitoring and compliance needs
  • Support the English Learners and the English Learner Advisory Committee.
  • Partner with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Implement schoolwide positive behavior plan to foster a culture of positive behavior
  • Conduct formal and informal observations and provide actionable feedback to staff

Assistant Principal

Columbus Avenue Elementary School
11.2020 - 06.2024
  • Provide leadership and support to staff fostering a positive and collaborative school culture
  • Oversaw the English learners resulting in 20% increase in reclassification rate.
  • Assisted in various school management duties under the guidance of the principal.
  • Organize, integrate, and communicate safety procedures and the Safe School Plan.Maintained a comprehensive, effective compliant program to accelerate academic achievement
  • Assisted in the implementation of core and supplemental instructional programs
  • Assisted in facilitating the creation of strategic academic goals for the organization's leadership team.
  • Supervised and monitored the instructional program providing development, support, guidance, and evaluation to build the capacity of teachers to implement effective teaching strategies
  • Collaboratively implemented a plan for School-wide Positive Behavior Support
  • Assisted the school principal to meet state and federal mandates and to ensure instructional monitoring and compliance needs
  • Supports the School Site Council (SSC) in carrying out their mandated responsibilities.
  • Managed Title 1 budgets and school front end
  • Managed support staff operations by overseeing schedules, recruitment efforts, and continuous training.
  • Facilitated the growth of teachers and staff through professional development
  • Actively engaged with the parents and community maintaining open line of communication and facilitating an increase in parent involvement

Parent Engagement Coach

Local District Northeast
09.2017 - 07.2020
  • Developed training materials for Parent/Family Centers on topics aligned with the LAUSD Strategic Plan, including outreach/recruitment, creating a welcoming environment, and home learning support.
  • Provided support to 31 schools in the local district through collaboration and partnership with families.
  • Strengthened partnerships between schools and families to optimize educational outcomes
  • Implemented effective strategies to promote family engagement and improve communication tools
  • Respond to concerns from parents and families about their children's education and connect them with resources for additional support
  • Created engaging parent education activities and curricula like the English Learner Parent Academy, Common Core for Parents, and Preparation for College and Careers
  • Organized, coordinated, and scheduled parent education classes and workshops
  • Assisted schools with the implementation of strategies to enhance school-to-home communication and cultivate an inclusive atmosphere for parents of students in both general and special education programs.

Targeted Student Population Adviser

Apperson/Mountain View ES
08.2015 - 09.2017

Provided instructional support in effective strategies for English learners, foster youth, and students from low-income backgrounds.

Organized grade level meetings focused on data analysis, student work review, and differentiated instruction planning.

Provided ongoing feedback to teachers and students throughout the year, facilitating progress in the ELD cycle and levels.

Worked closely with Pupil Services and Attendance Counselors, psychiatric social workers, and other staff to meet student needs.

Served as a valuable resource to help ELAC and the School Site Council meet their legal responsibilities

Managed responsibilities pertaining to testing and gifted coordination.

Led Student Support and Progress Team (SSPT) in supporting student achievement and providing interventions.

Performed duties specified by the Title 1 program.

and assisted in the development of the Parent Involvement Policy and School-Parent Compact.

Teacher

Vinedale Elementary
08.2012 - 06.2015
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.

Problem Solving Data Coordinator

Haddon Elementary
08.2010 - 07.2012
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Organized grade level meetings focused on data analysis, student work review, and differentiated instruction planning.
  • Served as testing and gifted coordinator.
  • Facilitated grade level meetings to analyze data, review student work and discuss best practices and plan differentiated instruction
  • Worked collaboratively with the school leadership team to develop and implement the Response to Intervention targets.
  • Conducted differentiated professional development for teachers on utilizing student data to inform instruction nd improve academic growth resulting in getting out of Program Improvement
  • Managed and interpreted data to develop, implement and evaluate interventions

Instructional Coach

Fernangeles Elementary
07.2007 - 08.2010
  • Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies with Open Court and Foro Abierto.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
  • Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
  • Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
  • Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
  • Developed successful interventions for struggling students by creating targeted instructional plans based on their unique needs.
  • Implemented evidence-based literacy strategies, resulting in improved reading comprehension and writing abilities among students.
  • Established a system for tracking teacher progress toward meeting professional growth goals, promoting accountability and reflection throughout the school year.
  • Promoted use of formative assessments to guide instructional decisions, resulting in more targeted and effective teaching practices.
  • Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.

Teacher

Gridley Avenue Elementary
02.2000 - 06.2007
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.

Education

Master of Arts Educational Administration -

California State University Northridge
06.2007

Administrative Services Credential
California State University Northridge
05.2007

Master of Education - California Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credent

National University
06.2005

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies -

California State University Northridge
05.1995

Skills

  • Knowledge of district initiatives
  • Knowledge of instructional needs for diverse population EL, GATE & SPED
  • Response to Instruction and Intervention
  • Parent Engagement and Communication
  • Student achievement
  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Restorative Practices
  • School Facilities and Operations
  • Staff Development
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • Budget Development
  • Student Performance Data Analysis
  • Knowledge of the education code, district policies
  • Life-long learner

Timeline

Assistant Principal

Dixie Canyon Community Charter Elementary School
07.2024 - Current

Assistant Principal

Columbus Avenue Elementary School
11.2020 - 06.2024

Parent Engagement Coach

Local District Northeast
09.2017 - 07.2020

Targeted Student Population Adviser

Apperson/Mountain View ES
08.2015 - 09.2017

Teacher

Vinedale Elementary
08.2012 - 06.2015

Problem Solving Data Coordinator

Haddon Elementary
08.2010 - 07.2012

Instructional Coach

Fernangeles Elementary
07.2007 - 08.2010

Teacher

Gridley Avenue Elementary
02.2000 - 06.2007

Master of Arts Educational Administration -

California State University Northridge

Administrative Services Credential

Master of Education - California Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credent

National University

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies -

California State University Northridge
Maria Silva