Gina M. Aguilar
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented educational leader with a proven track record of creating opportunities for and supporting the diverse needs of all students at both the site and district level. Committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every student can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Skilled at building rapport and creating a positive culture based on collaboration and innovation.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Student Services
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
07.2023 - Current
- Created district-wide Attendance Team and tiered site and district yearly Attendance Plan leading to a 5% decline in chronic absenteeism in one year
- Oversaw PBIS implementation at all 32 district schools
- Coordinated district Alternative to Suspension site and secondary Intervention Classrooms
- Lead and supported counseling and wellness initiatives, including overseeing all district Counselors and Wellness Specialists
- Coordinated district safety initiatives including staff Narcan training, Fentanyl assemblies for parents and students, Interquest Canines at high schools and the districtwide implementation of the Raptor Emergency Management system
- Responsible for compliance in the areas of Title IX, UCP, Records, 504s
- Oversaw McKinney Vento and Foster Youth programs and the Family Resource Center
- Supervised and oversaw high school athletics, Athletic Directors and Unified Sports
- Supervised and oversaw Middle School and High School ASBs, Activities Directors and Booster Clubs
Director of High School Education
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Oversaw the development and implementation of all high school curriculum including the pilot, adoption and implementation of new science, social science, and health curriculum
- Led the development and implementation of a new multicultural studies course
- Facilitated the creation and implementation of district-wide common assessments in all core content areas
- Managed over $13 million in CTE grants including the creation and development of Career Link Academies and CTE pathways
- Supervised and supported High School Principals, Assistant Principals, Counselors, Athletic Directors, Activities Directors, College & Career Technicians
- Served as Title IX Coordinator and Custodian of Records
Principal
Esperanza High School
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Guided staff through complete rebranding, including collaboratively developing new mission and vision statements
- Navigated a school culture makeover embedded in PBIS and focused on inclusion and creating belonging spaces for all students
- Collaboratively created new norms and expected outcomes with the School Leadership Team to ensure a focus on data-driven and shared decision making
- Created a staff culture grounded in building capacity, transparency and a culture of gratitude and appreciation
- Led and directed supervision of school operations and budgets, evaluation of teachers, classified staff, and administrators
- Led the staff through a successful WASC accreditation highlighted by a six year clear accreditation
- Established a Principal's Advisory Council to give students a voice on all issues related to school operations
- Created ABC Teacher Pathway
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly
Assistant Principal
Esperanza High School
11.2012 - 06.2017
- Experience as Assistant Principal of both Student Services and Curriculum & Instruction, overseeing all aspects of the running of the school
- Responsible for school-wide professional development and curriculum and instruction development with various academic departments
- Responsible for Single Plan for Student Achievement, School Safety Plan, and implementation of WASC action plan
- Successfully developed and submitted an application for CA Gold Ribbon School with Distinguished Arts Program recognition
- Oversaw the ongoing development of our Career Link Academies and CTE pathways, significantly increasing opportunities for all students
- Developed and oversaw LCAP Supplemental budget
Counselor
Esperanza High School
08.1998 - 11.2012
- Developed Esperanza College & Career Center
- Co-created Aztec University
- Coordinated district-wide Pathways to the Future Night with over 1000 attendees
- Provided Academic, Career & Personal/Social counseling to a caseload of 600+
Math Teacher & Activities Director
Bernardo Yorba Middle School
08.1995 - 08.1998
- Taught 8th grade math to all levels
- Wrote integrated math & science curriculum and piloted with over 180 students
- Served as School Site Council Co-Coordinator
- Implemented a comprehensive school-wide activities program
Education
Tier 2 Administrative Credential -
Brandman University
06.2018
Administrative Credential -
Cal State University, Fullerton
06.2004
MS School Counseling and PPS Credential -
National University
09.1998
Credential -
Supplemental Authorization: Secondary Mathematics
01.1996
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
National University
06.1995
BA Psychology -
University of California, San Diego
06.1992
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Crisis response
- Team management and development
- Culture building
- Collaboration and communication
- Mentoring and coaching
Additional Training
- District Negotiating Team
- Title IX Coordinator Training
- PRA Training
- SARB Attendance Certification
- Special Education Advisory Council
- PYLUSD Advantage Founding Committee
- PYLUSD Mental Health Guidance Committee
- Women In Educational Leadership Institute Series
- CA School Leadership Academy
- Alternative Diploma Committee
- EPIC Schools Training
- PYLUSD Leadership Academy
- PLC Training - Solution Tree
- AVID Trainings (Summer Institute, Principal's Network, Regional Trainings)
- National Standards for School Counseling
- Placentia Linda Unified Managers Board Member
Timeline
Director of Student Services
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
07.2023 - Current
Director of High School Education
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
07.2021 - 07.2023
Principal
Esperanza High School
07.2017 - 07.2021
Assistant Principal
Esperanza High School
11.2012 - 06.2017
Counselor
Esperanza High School
08.1998 - 11.2012
Math Teacher & Activities Director
Bernardo Yorba Middle School
08.1995 - 08.1998
Tier 2 Administrative Credential -
Brandman University
Administrative Credential -
Cal State University, Fullerton
MS School Counseling and PPS Credential -
National University
Credential -
Supplemental Authorization: Secondary Mathematics
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
National University
BA Psychology -
University of California, San Diego
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