EMILY CAVIGGIA
Preston,United States
Summary
Experienced elementary school administrator with 10 years of leadership in instructional improvement, systems development, and school culture. Proven success designing and implementing performance-enhancing curricula, SEL frameworks, and MTSS systems that support academic and social-emotional growth. Highly effective in staff development, family engagement, and conflict resolution. Known for building inclusive, collaborative school communities and strong relationships with students, families, and staff across diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Killingly Public Schools
07.2016 - Current
- Provide instructional leadership to ensure high-quality teaching, learning, and student achievement across the school.
- Supervise, evaluate, and support faculty through ongoing observation, actionable feedback, and targeted professional learning.
- Analyze student, staff, and school-wide data to guide instructional decision-making, resource allocation, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Oversee the implementation of academic and social-emotional supports, aligned with district priorities and an integrated MTSS framework.
- Ensure compliance with district policies, state and federal regulations, special education mandates, Title IX, FAPE, and student safety requirements.
- Chair 504 and IEP meetings, ensuring appropriate accommodations, services, and collaborative decision-making to meet individual student needs.
- Manage school budgets and resources to support instructional priorities and effective school operations.
- Establish and maintain systems that promote positive student behavior, school safety, and inclusive learning environments.
- Cultivate strong partnerships with families and community stakeholders to enhance student engagement and success.
Lead Teacher/Interventionist
Sprague Board of Education
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Developed and implemented interventions for K-5 students who were at risk within Math and Reading.
- Conducted formal and informal observations, providing strategic, actionable feedback for K-8 educators.
- TEAM Mentor
- Facilitated 504 Meetings and developed comprehensive 504 plans.
- Planned and conducted New Teacher Orientation.
- Developed an after-school program to enhance student enrichment opportunities.
- Future Problem Solver Coach.
- Assumed building responsibilities during the extended leave of the principal.
First and Third Grade Teacher
Sprague Board of Education
08.2001 - 06.2013
- Maintained a classroom environment aimed at achieving maximum learning efficiency and safety.
- Implemented differentiated learning experiences to meet varying student need as well as Common Core standards.
- Directed an after-school tutoring program serving elementary school students in grades 1-5.
- Summer School Coordinator
- Collaborative team leader who worked with colleagues in supporting students with mastering learning objectives.
Education
6th Year Degree - SEAL For Social Justice Leadership
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, Connecticut, CT06-2026
Education Leadership Program - 092 Intermediate Administration And Supervision
Sacred Heart University
Griswold, CT05-2011
Master of Arts - Master of Art And Teaching
Sacred Heart University
Griswold, CT12-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT05-2000
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT05-2000
Skills
- Instructional Leadership & Systems Design
- Proficiency-Based, Standards-Aligned Instruction
- Student Achievement, Growth & Mastery
- MTSS Implementation (Academic & SEL)
- Staff Supervision, Coaching & Professional Development
- Student Cognitive Engagement & Active Learning
- Student and parent relations
- Operational planning
- Team Building Through Trust, Relationships & Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Established Purposeful Play school-wide, enhancing early learning, creativity, and student engagement; presented findings at this year’s Play Symposium.
- Led the implementation of the Pyramid SEL Framework, building staff capacity to deliver explicit instruction in core SEL competencies and establishing a comprehensive, school-wide social-emotional learning approach; presented outcomes at the Pyramid Conference.
- Developed MTSS systems for academics and SEL, enabling targeted interventions and measurable student growth; this work was used as a model for district-wide implementation.
Timeline
Principal
Killingly Public Schools
07.2016 - Current
Lead Teacher/Interventionist
Sprague Board of Education
09.2013 - 06.2016
First and Third Grade Teacher
Sprague Board of Education
08.2001 - 06.2013
6th Year Degree - SEAL For Social Justice Leadership
Sacred Heart University
Education Leadership Program - 092 Intermediate Administration And Supervision
Sacred Heart University
Master of Arts - Master of Art And Teaching
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Connecticut State University