Christina Vega
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experienced education leader with strong focus on fostering collaborative environments and driving student success. Skilled in curriculum development, staff mentoring, and conflict resolution. Known for adaptability, reliability, and commitment to meeting evolving needs of both students and faculty. Equipped to make significant impact through effective team management and strategic planning.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
PBIS Coach
School District of Philadelphia
10.2023 - Current
- Analyzed individual and team performance data to inform coaching strategies and adjustments.
- Provide professional development and training to school staff on PBIS principles, practices, and implementation strategies.
- Analyze student behavior data (e.g., office discipline referrals, suspensions) to identify trends and patterns, and work with school teams to develop data-driven action plans
- help schools develop and implement school-wide systems for PBIS, including establishing clear expectations, teaching behavioral expectations, and implementing positive reinforcement strategies
Community in Schools Manager
City Of Philadelphia, Mayor's Office
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes at the school level.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs, that could be brought into the school.
- Created and managed budgets for 200 students, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
- Established and maintained relationships with 20 key stakeholders.
- Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations in the school.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services to support the school.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to support social and community service initiatives at the school.
Bilingual School Counselor
Olney Charter High School
11.2017 - 06.2022
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas to population of 300.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to daily emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Conducted psycho-educational assessments to identify areas of academic and behavioral strengths and weaknesses and recommend modifications to improve learning and behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation, to up to 500 students.
- Collaborated with teachers to define therapy objectives and analyze progress.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops for 200+ seniors.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Special Education Counselor
Esperanza Academy Charter High School
11.2014 - 11.2017
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources for children outside of school district.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement, for 150 students.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
GEAR UP College Coordinator
School District Of Philadelphia
10.2012 - 10.2014
- Assisted with admissions process, financial aid process and obstacles that arose.
- Taught students to navigate college applications process for 150 students.
- Built and maintained relationships with college admissions offices.
- Refined curriculum to create top-notch college placement courses.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
Director of Student Services
One Bright Ray Community High School
08.2004 - 10.2012
- Conducted student enrollment interviews
- Maintain student database
- Managed all office staff of 12 employees
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement..
- Implemented data-driven strategies to continuously improve the effectiveness of student services offered.
- Oversaw the development and implementation of innovative career readiness initiatives, preparing students for post-graduation success.
- Coordinated campus-wide events and activities designed to promote student engagement and wellbeing.
Youth Development Manager
Congreso De Latinos Unidos
07.2002 - 08.2004
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff of 20.
- Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs
- Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs
Education
Master of Science - Strategic Leadership
Rosement College
Bryn Athyn, PA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Chestnut Hill College
Philadelphia, PA05-2002
Skills
- Effective communication
- Group leadership
- Building relationships
- Team development
- Team Training
- Student achievement
- Student and parent relations
- Data-driven instruction
- Restorative practices
- School improvement
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Founder & Executive Roles
Founder/President: Love Shouldn't Hurt Philly
Domestic Violence Non Profit
Timeline
PBIS Coach
School District of Philadelphia
10.2023 - Current
Community in Schools Manager
City Of Philadelphia, Mayor's Office
08.2022 - 10.2023
Bilingual School Counselor
Olney Charter High School
11.2017 - 06.2022
Special Education Counselor
Esperanza Academy Charter High School
11.2014 - 11.2017
GEAR UP College Coordinator
School District Of Philadelphia
10.2012 - 10.2014
Director of Student Services
One Bright Ray Community High School
08.2004 - 10.2012
Youth Development Manager
Congreso De Latinos Unidos
07.2002 - 08.2004
Master of Science - Strategic Leadership
Rosement College
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Chestnut Hill College
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