Gina Crotti
Dublin,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented educational leader with years of experience in early childhood education and elementary school administration. Skilled in developing and implementing innovative curriculum programs, fostering inclusive learning environments, and driving academic excellence. Adept at leading teams of educators, providing mentorship, and cultivating a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Expertise in strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and building strong relationships with students, families, and community stakeholders. Strong communicator with a passion for creating positive, nurturing educational experiences that support the holistic development of young learners.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Principal
Castro Valley Unified School District
07.2020 - Current
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Assistant Principal
Castro Valley Unified School District
02.2017 - 06.2020
- Collaborate with administration and staff to design implementation for Response to Intervention and systems to integrate academic, behavioral, and socio-emotional support for all students
- Facilitate and present for following events: Enrollment, Registration, 5th grade Parent Night, BTSN, Open House, Parent teacher conferences
- Participant in Fall AVID Leadership Conference, engage in monthly AVID site professional development opportunities, ongoing PD for AVID (July 2019)
- Engage in site IEP's (RSP, Mild/Mod SDC, Mod SDC, Mod/Severe SDC)
- Work collaboratively with site COST team and Eden Counseling Center to implement Wellness Center
- Administrative lead for ELAC/DELAC, Padres Unidos, Latino Achievement Awards
- Design and present monthly professional development (AP Corner) that focuses on understanding Ed Code, investigation protocols, and practicing alternatives to punitive measures of discipline
- Collaborate with site PBIS team surrounding current SWIS data trends
- Assist in building Master Schedule
- Coordinator for CAASPP testing
- Designed and presented Canyon's MTSS and Summer School Board Presentation
- Conduct goals and evaluation meetings with teachers so to better support and coach teachers in using best practices, WICOR strategies with emphasis on college and career readiness
- Collaborate with teachers, counselors and administration through COST to provide recommendations for student interventions, using Aeries, SWIS
- Attend and participate in District Leadership meetings and Professional Development: AP Network, Pre K- Adult Meetings, National Equity Project, Equity Task Force, PBIS
- Engage in weekly LEAD meetings with coach to reflect upon instructional leadership practices aligned to CPSEL's and set action goals for Leadership Learning Plan
MTSS Coordinator
Castro Valley Unified School District
08.2016 - 02.2017
- Actively participated in SUMS grant process and attended cohort sessions
- Assisted in administering SWIFT assessment to Leadership Team
- Created clear criterion for providing and monitoring interventions on site
- Coordinated, developed, and co-facilitated Leadership Meetings regarding MTSS and RTI
- Participated on COST and provided teachers recommendations for student interventions
- Assessed at risk students using BAS and provided small group instruction
- Taught 6th-8th grade reading intervention using LLI, WICOR strategies
- EL Data Coordinator for site in charge of reclassification process, upcoming ELPAC administration, and EL data analysis
Response to Intervention Specialist
Castro Valley Unified School District
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Administered BAS, DIBELs, and ESGI assessment and analyzed corresponding data reports
- Collaborated with administrators and teachers at multiple sites to implement intervention program to meet varying needs of students
- Coached teachers and provided professional development to staff using Best Practices, with particular focus on intervention strategies and differentiating instruction
- Created and organized school-wide RTI schedule based upon student need
- Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
English Language Learner Coach
Castro Valley Unified School District
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Trained and supported teachers in using GLAD strategies
- Developed key instructional strategies for teachers to use for implementation of California English Language Arts Development Standards
- Developed, led, and taught comprehensive after school EL intervention program
- Planned, facilitated, and conducted English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) meetings
- Organized, scheduled and conducted CELDT testing for school site
Teacher
Castro Valley Unified School District
08.2004 - 06.2015
- Taught 2nd, 3rd, 2/3 combination, and Transitional Kindergarten
- Trained and coached staff in Professional Learning Communities, CLR teaching strategies, Best Practices, California Standards for Teaching Profession, and California Common Core Standards
- Developed and conducted parent workshops in test readiness and early childhood literacy
Teacher
Hayward Unified School District
08.2002 - 06.2004
- Employed broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning in urban setting
Education
Administrative Credential (Clear) -
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA06-2017
Master of Science - Educational Curriculum
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA06-2007
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (Clear, CLAD) -
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, CA06-2001
Bachelor of Arts - History of Art And Architecture
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA05-2000
Skills
- Early Intervention Advocacy and Site Program Management
- Title 1 School Leadership
- Family Engagement & Community Outreach
- School Budget Creation & Management
- Special Education & General Education
- Building Strong Relationships & Partnerships
- Social Justice & Equity Initiatives
- Staff Leadership & Professional Development
- Data-Driven Decision Making
Timeline
Elementary Principal
Castro Valley Unified School District
07.2020 - Current
Assistant Principal
Castro Valley Unified School District
02.2017 - 06.2020
MTSS Coordinator
Castro Valley Unified School District
08.2016 - 02.2017
Response to Intervention Specialist
Castro Valley Unified School District
08.2015 - 08.2016
English Language Learner Coach
Castro Valley Unified School District
08.2013 - 06.2015
Teacher
Castro Valley Unified School District
08.2004 - 06.2015
Teacher
Hayward Unified School District
08.2002 - 06.2004
Administrative Credential (Clear) -
California State University, East Bay
Master of Science - Educational Curriculum
California State University, East Bay
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (Clear, CLAD) -
Saint Mary's College of California
Bachelor of Arts - History of Art And Architecture
University of California, Santa Barbara
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