Ruben Garcia
6867 E Redlands Ave. Fresno,CA
Summary
Self-motivated school administrator with assertive and outcome-driven nature. Independent worker remains extremely calm in most pressure situations. Skilled educator with over 10 years of experience leading school staff members and education programs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Specialist
Central Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Met with parents and guardians to assist in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavior standards.
- Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development and growth.
- Increased participation and concentration while reinforcing classroom discipline by modeling acceptable behavior and respect for others.
- Developed solutions to improve performance.
Principal (K-8)
Laton Unified School District
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Administrator of The Year Award
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Oversaw administrative functions such as schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
- Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional teams collaboration in development and support of student activities, programs and lessons.
- Networked with local organizations, leaders and consumers, resulting in establishment of new and lasting partnerships and relationships.
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
- Created and implemented community-based programs to improve education or fill specific needs.
- Referred families to shelters, legal resources and educational programs.
Vice Principal
Golden Plains Unified School District
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Oversaw administrative functions such as schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment.
- Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.
- Designed enjoyable and innovative customized training programs based upon fitness goals.
Special Education Teacher
Kerman Unified School District
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
Education
Credential - Administration
Fresno State University
Fresno, CA07.2013
Education Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate) - Special Education
Fresno State University
Fresno, CA06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education (Spanish)
Fresno State University
Fresno, CA07.2009
Skills
- Performance Management
- Policies and Procedures Implementation
- Group Facilitation and Presentations
- Staff Development
- Facilities Management
- Cultural Competency
- Budget Administration
- Partnership Development
- Marketing strategy
- Social media management
- Expense Tracking
- Business Development
- Contract Management
Timeline
Education Specialist
Central Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Principal (K-8)
Laton Unified School District
08.2019 - 06.2023
Vice Principal
Golden Plains Unified School District
07.2017 - 07.2019
Special Education Teacher
Kerman Unified School District
08.2012 - 06.2017
Credential - Administration
Fresno State University
Education Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate) - Special Education
Fresno State University
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education (Spanish)
Fresno State University
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