Hi, I’m
Dawn Bowman, Ed.D.
Beaumont,CA
Summary
An experienced and well-rounded organizational leader and educational administrator with 16 years working in the field of education, and a combined 26 years in leadership roles. With a proven record for increasing A-G rates, graduation rates, Math CAASPP scores, high FAFSA completion rate, and success in a wide variety of administrative assigned duty. Resourceful and passionate with a talent for developing and implementing successful strategies and streamline systems for more effective time management, communication, and maximizing resources. Enthusiastic and motivated in improving relationships among faculty, parents, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with a high level of skillset in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. An effective communicator with exceptional relationship building skills.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Rialto Unified School District
Assistant Principal
07.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Create a master schedule that connects with the school's mission. Create timelines, collaborate with each department, examine special populations, receive requests, communicate with all stakeholders throughout the process.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others. Received an admin award from staff.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement.
- Coordinated school events
- AP over SPED ensuring students receive their services and regulations and guidelines are followed.
- DATA - Graduation rate increased by 2% for 2022-2023 school year, highest FASFA completion in district (92% of district goal).
- Streamlined administrative processes to maximize efficiency in daily operations at the school level.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Led school-wide initiatives focused on increasing attendance rates and reducing dropout numbers.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
Rialto Unified School District
Assistant Principal
10.2019 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Facilities Lead - monitor and supervise
- Technology Support - created a smooth communication system for support
- Summer School Assistant Principal - responsible for planning, organizing, implementation and evaluation.
- Mathematics Department - Increased CAASPP scores over 19% in 3 years timespan by restructuring PLCs
- SSC/FPM - High number of participants and assisted in writing the SPSA
- Data Monitoring over Assigned Students: A-G rates increased 5.54% * D/F rate decreased* attendance increased. behaviors decreased.
- PBIS - Data driven, increased members, and received the Gold Level Recognition.
- Implement effective communication channels.
- Monitor curriculum design process to ensure alignment with state standards and best practices in education.
- Communicate with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Support hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Improve school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Perform classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Establish intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement.
- Coordinate retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
- Coordinate special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Verify student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Partner with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supervise and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Coordinate staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Counsel students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
- Develop and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Enhance teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Monitor student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Support a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Work well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Corona-Norco School District
Educational Leader
07.2015 - 10.2019
Job overview
- WASC Coordinator - responsible for oversee the WASC accreditation status and annual updates. 6 year with 1 visit. On several WASC committees.
- Mathematics Department Chair - provide leadership in the develop of quality instruction.
- School Site Council Member
- PBIS Committee Member and Founder
- ASB Class Council Advisor
- Collaboration Team Lead
- Advanced Placement Coordinator
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based instructional strategies.
- Led professional development workshops for colleagues on topics such as differentiated instruction or integrating technology in the classroom effectively.
- Established a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the classroom through regular reflection on instructional practices and student outcomes.
Corona-Norco School District
Admin Designee:
08.2014 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Attend and Supervise all school events.
- Communicate with staff: WASC Process, Curriculum/Instruction Innovation, SPSA.
- Received a high level of mentoring
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Exercise leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Strong relationship and communication skills.
Corona-Norco Unified School District
Mathematics Teacher
08.2009 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Mathematics Department Chair
- Implemented standards based grading
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Developed new courses and selected curriculum to fill course gaps for students pursuing degrees in mathematics.
Education
University of La Verne La Verne, CA
Ed.D. from Organizational Leadership
06.2019
California Baptist UniversityRiverside, CA
Administrative Services Credential from High School Administration
06.2016
University of Phoenix San Bernardino, CA
Master of Arts from Secondary Education
05.2010
University of PhoenixSan Bernardino, CA
Single Subject Teaching Credential from Mathematics/Business
05.2010
University of PhoenixSan Bernardino, CA
Bachelor of Arts from Business Administration
05.2007
Skills
- Master Scheduling
- School Improvement Plan
- Budgeting
- Special Education
- Technology Support
- Instructional Program Support
- Program and Curriculum Development
- Team Building/Collaboration
- Training and Mentoring
- Standardized Testing
- Relationship Building and Networking
- Student Achievement/Engagement/Retention
- Responsible and Dependable
- Critical Thinking and Judgment
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Strengths
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Rialto Unified School District
07.2022 - Current
Assistant Principal
Rialto Unified School District
10.2019 - 06.2023
Educational Leader
Corona-Norco School District
07.2015 - 10.2019
Admin Designee:
Corona-Norco School District
08.2014 - 10.2019
Mathematics Teacher
Corona-Norco Unified School District
08.2009 - 10.2019
University of La Verne
Ed.D. from Organizational Leadership
California Baptist University
Administrative Services Credential from High School Administration
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts from Secondary Education
University of Phoenix
Single Subject Teaching Credential from Mathematics/Business
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts from Business Administration