FREDDIE DE JESÚS
MANCHESTER,CT
Summary
Highly driven education professional with a positive attitude and proven ability to create and monitor practices that promote a safe and successful learning environment. Distinct and in-depth experiences with The Schoolwide Enrichment Model and Gifted and Talented Learning. Proficient in implementing team based initiatives as well as multi-tasking activities. Innovative and resourceful, with the ability to quickly learn and implement new concepts into daily operations. Possesses the unique combinations of and aptitude for creativity, punctuality, flexibility, openness and willingness to welcome change in an ever growing, fast paced environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
The Academy of Aerospace and Engineering
Windsor, CT
01.2019 - Current
- Provide instructional leadership and student support for middle school grades (6–8) in a rigorous STEM magnet school environment, while also supporting high school operations as needed.
- Collaborate with teachers to enhance curriculum delivery, student engagement, and classroom management strategies across content areas.
- Led the development and implementation of comprehensive building-wide safety and emergency protocols, including lockdown, fire, and crisis response plans; coordinated training for staff and ensured compliance with district and state guidelines.
- Supported positive behavior initiatives, student discipline, and restorative practices to maintain a safe and inclusive school climate.
- Assisted with data analysis, school improvement planning, and supervision of extracurricular and enrichment programs across the 6–12 grade span.
Acting Principal
The Academy of Aerospace and Engineering
Windsor, CT
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Served as Acting Principal during the school’s critical post-COVID transition period, leading strategic planning, health and safety protocol implementation, and remote-to-hybrid instructional models.
- Directed staff re-engagement and professional development efforts, supporting educators in adapting curriculum and pedagogy for a blended learning environment.
- Collaborated with district leadership, families, and community stakeholders to ensure transparent communication and continuity of student learning and support services while students were both in-person and remote.
Gifted and Talented-SchoolWide Enrichment Model Consultant
UCONN
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Delivered professional development sessions on gifted education to audiences of 20-200 participants nationally and internationally.
- Presented expertise in Triad Model, Schoolwide Enrichment Model, Enrichment Clusters, and Renzulli Learning.
- Keynote speaker on diversity challenges in gifted education programs at CONFRATUTE 2018.
- Facilitated leadership session for SEM elementary school at CONFRATUTE 2018.
- Conducted sessions for principals and coordinators at CONFRATUTE in 2017 and 2018.
Director
The Renzulli Academy for the Gifted and Talented
Hartford, CT
07.2015 - 12.2018
- Led strategic planning and daily operations of a high performing 4–8 gifted and talented public school recognized for excellence in applying the Schoolwide Enrichment Model.
- Championed the development of talent in all students through personalized learning pathways, enrichment clusters, and strength-based teaching strategies.
- Successfully increased student enrollment, student achievement and student engagement through differentiated instruction, project-based learning, and student-led initiatives.
- Drove academic improvement and maintained the title of highest performing school in the district, highest rate of attendance and overall culture and climate.
- Secured and managed grants and external funding to expand enrichment programming, music and art instruction, and support low-income gifted learners.
4-6th Grade Teacher
The Renzulli Academy for the Gifted and Talented
Hartford, CT
08.2011 - 06.2015
- Oversaw student learning in a culturally diverse classroom and utilized a comprehensive mix of classroom instruction and assignments to enhance student interest and learning growth.
- Created curriculum, course materials and implemented teaching methods that bridged rigor and academic enjoyment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies and maintained and promoted an atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Maintained and improved benchmark scoring in high achieving inner city students across all core subjects.
Education
6th Year in Educational Leadership -
Central Connecticut State University
06.2018
M.A - Elementary Education
University of Hartford
Hartford, CT12.2010
B.A - Psychology
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT01.2000
Languages
Spanish, Fluent in written and conversational
Awards
- University of Hartford Outstanding Student Teacher Award, 2010-2011
- Connecticut’s 50 Most Influential Latinos, LUPA Network, 2014
- Renzulli Academy Teacher of the Year Award, 2015-2016
- Barnes and Noble “My Favorite Teacher Award”, 2015
- William A Yandow Educator Award, The Bushnell Theatre
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Acting Principal
The Academy of Aerospace and Engineering
09.2020 - 09.2021
Assistant Principal
The Academy of Aerospace and Engineering
01.2019 - Current
Gifted and Talented-SchoolWide Enrichment Model Consultant
UCONN
06.2017 - 06.2019
Director
The Renzulli Academy for the Gifted and Talented
07.2015 - 12.2018
4-6th Grade Teacher
The Renzulli Academy for the Gifted and Talented
08.2011 - 06.2015
6th Year in Educational Leadership -
Central Connecticut State University
M.A - Elementary Education
University of Hartford
B.A - Psychology
University of Connecticut