Geralda Valcin
White Plains
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Bronx Leadership Academy I, enhancing student engagement through innovative curriculum development and data analysis. Skilled in IEP facilitation and fostering professional development, I successfully transformed academic outcomes, ensuring a safe and collaborative learning environment for all students.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Baychester Middle School
Bronx
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement in literacy activities.
- Designed and delivered comprehensive literacy instruction in small groups or one-on-one settings.
- Collaborated with other educators, administrators, parents and community members to support student success.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and academic goals.
Assistant Principal
Pomona Middle School
Suffern
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Transformed graduation rate from 46% to 95% within two years as principal since 2019.
- Secured funding for land acquisition, creating outdoor space for students and staff.
- Developed capital funding project for four specialized instructional spaces, including MAC lab and recording studio.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Ensured that all classrooms are equipped with necessary materials needed for successful instruction delivery including textbooks, computers, lab equipment .
- Coordinated professional development activities for faculty members to enhance instructional practices.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Assisted in developing budgets for various departments within the school system.
- Reviewed textbooks, library resources and other instructional materials for appropriateness in meeting educational standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends in education technology.
Principal
Bronx Leadership Academy I
Bronx
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Reviewed test scores from standardized tests administered at different grade levels in order to track academic progress over time.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal laws related to education programs, student rights and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with other schools within the district on special projects such as after-school programs or extracurricular activities.
- Directed the implementation of district initiatives such as Response to Intervention program, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports system and 1, 1 technology integration plan.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
Principal
Coalition School for Social Change
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Upon taking over Coalition School for Social Change in April 2016 the school was slated to have a 22% graduation rate, and we had a 79% percent attendance rate.
- As of March 2018, our projected graduation rate is 82.5% and our attendance rate is 85%.
- Through strategic planning for professional development, student mentoring, community building and partnerships, we increased our attendance rate, credit accumulation and graduation rate.
- 1000/0 of our students have applied and been accepted into CUNY and over 75% of our students have received SUNY acceptances and full or partial scholarships.
New York City Leadership Academy
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Completed multi-week summer intensive program with a focus on pedagogical development, personal and professional behaviors.
- Additional focus included the use of the Danielson Framework to support instruction and the use of the Framework for Great Schools to support school leaders as they addressed the diverse needs and demands of schools.
Assistant Principal
Bronx High School for Law & Community Service
08.2010 - 01.2016
- Supervised teachers and school personnel, curriculum development, budgeting, staff development, classroom observations, district representative, special education liaison, school safety liaison, founder and advisor of Women of Strength, lowered suspension rate in two years by fifty percent.
Special Education Teacher
Hany S. Truman High School
09.2005 - 06.2010
- Developed and administered lesson plans for students in self-contained and ICT settings.
- Conducted IEP meetings.
- Designed curriculum aligned with the NYS standards for general education and special education students.
NYS Generalist Teacher
Harry S. Truman High School YABC
09.2007 - 01.2008
- Created and administered lesson plans for students in English classes as a lead teacher.
Special Education Specialist
Project Teach Haiti/ Konbit
07.2010
- Trained Haitian teachers and international participants in the development and differentiation of lessons for students in grades K-12.
- Introduced ELL and special education teaching strategies to the program and trained teachers who would stay in Haiti for two years to start a new school.
Education
Doctorate - Urban School Leadership
Fordham University
New York, NY01.2019
District School Leadership Certification -
Fordham University
New York, NY05.2017
Master of Science - School Building Leadership
Pace University
New York, NY01.2010
Master of Science - Special Education/ Childhood Ed
Mercy college
Bronx, NY08.2006
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences - Mass Communication, Psychology and Human Service
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT05.2005
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Educational technology
- IEP facilitation
- Professional development
- Student engagement
Certification
- NYS Professional Certification in Generalist, Grades 5-9
- NYS Professional Certification - School Building Leader
- NYS Professional Certification - School District Leader
- TWEED Certifications: Mediation, Negotiation, Life Space Crisis Intervention, Guided Discipline-Special Education, Wilson's Reading, IEP for Students with Disabilities
- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS MEDICINE- Stretch Specialist
- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS MEDICINE- Group Fitness Specialist
- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS MEDICINE- Weight Loss Specialist
- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS MEDICINE- Personal Trainer
Timeline
Teacher
Baychester Middle School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Assistant Principal
Pomona Middle School
09.2022 - 04.2023
Principal
Bronx Leadership Academy I
01.2019 - 10.2021
Principal
Coalition School for Social Change
04.2016 - 08.2018
New York City Leadership Academy
06.2015 - 04.2016
Assistant Principal
Bronx High School for Law & Community Service
08.2010 - 01.2016
Special Education Specialist
Project Teach Haiti/ Konbit
07.2010
NYS Generalist Teacher
Harry S. Truman High School YABC
09.2007 - 01.2008
Special Education Teacher
Hany S. Truman High School
09.2005 - 06.2010
Doctorate - Urban School Leadership
Fordham University
District School Leadership Certification -
Fordham University
Master of Science - School Building Leadership
Pace University
Master of Science - Special Education/ Childhood Ed
Mercy college
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences - Mass Communication, Psychology and Human Service
University of Bridgeport
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