James Vaughan
Riverside,CA
Summary
Accomplished Assistant Principal with strong skills in verbal and written communication, organizational leadership, and team collaboration. Proven ability to implement policies and develop initiatives that foster student engagement and academic success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal of Athletics and Facilities
Riverside Unified School District
Riverside, CA
07.2013 - Current
- Directed and coordinated daily activities for a campus with 2,500 students and over 200 faculty/staff, fostering academic excellence and operational efficiency.
- Managed athletic program operations, coordinating with coaches and athletic directors to optimize scheduling and budget adherence.
- Enforced school policies and managed student discipline through implementation of restorative practices and behavior interventions.
- Coordinate athletic events, facilities usage, and safety protocols for interscholastic competitions.
- Facilitated collaboration with district officials to ensure adherence to state and league regulations governing athletics and extracurricular activities.
- Lead professional development initiatives for staff on student engagement, safety, and instructional improvement.
- Facilitated strategic planning, budgeting, and school improvement initiatives alongside the principal.
- Led facilities management by coordinating campus construction projects (Measure O), maintaining athletic facilities, and supervising HVAC restoration efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers to refine curriculum and instructional strategies, ensuring alignment with educational standards.
- Developed and implemented school-wide initiatives to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
- Managed campus supervision, ensuring adherence to attendance policies and effective emergency response procedures.
- Managed logistics and resources for student organizations, ensuring smooth execution of extracurricular activities and school-wide events.
- Summer School Principal
High School Assistant Principal
Corona-Norco Unified School District
Corona, CA
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Supervise daily school operations for a campus serving 3200 students and over 300 faculty/staff.
- Enforce school policies and manage student discipline, implementing restorative practices and behavior interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement innovative curriculum enhancements.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth.
- Enhanced school culture by implementing positive behavior management strategies and promoting a safe learning environment.
- Oversee and Assist in campus supervision, attendance policies, and emergency response procedures.
- Support student organizations, extracurricular activities, and school-wide events.
- Assist the principal in strategic planning, budgeting, and school improvement initiatives.
- Testing Coordinator
- Provide leadership and oversight for the Freshmen Class, including scheduling, discipline, and attendance.
- Summer School Principal
High School Assistant Principal
Lee V. Pollard High School (Corona-Norco Unified School District)
Corona, CA
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Supervise daily school operations for a campus serving 1600 students and over 100 faculty/staff.
- Supervise Four Distinct Alternative Education Based Programs for Credit Deficient Students: a. General Program b. Independent Study c. Work Study d. Academic Learning Center
- Enforced school policies and managed student discipline through implementation of restorative practices and behavior interventions.
- Led teacher evaluations, classroom observations, and instructional support initiatives.
- Directed campus supervision, ensuring adherence to attendance policies and effective emergency response procedures.
- Support student organizations, extracurricular activities, and school-wide events.
- Collaborated with the principal to enhance strategic planning, budget management, and school improvement efforts.
- Supervise daily school operations for a campus serving 1600 students and over 100 faculty/staff.
- Supervise Four Distinct Alternative Education Based Programs for Credit Deficient Students: a. General Program b. Independent Study c. Work Study d. Academic Learning Center
- Enforced school policies and managed student discipline through implementation of restorative practices and behavior interventions.
- Executed teacher evaluations and classroom observations to enhance instructional quality.
- Mentored staff in effective classroom management techniques, fostering positive learning environments.
- Managed campus supervision, ensuring adherence to attendance policies and effective emergency response procedures.
- Oversaw planning and execution of student organization activities, enhancing engagement in extracurricular and school-wide events.
- Facilitated strategic planning, budgeting, and school improvement initiatives alongside the principal.
- Admissions Coordinator
- Directed leadership and oversight for 'Mutual School Agreement' involving Lee V. Pollard High School and five comprehensive high schools within Corona-Norco USD.
- Led school-wide initiatives to strengthen community partnerships and enhance student resources.
High School Assistant Principal
Rim Of The World Unified School District
Lake Arrowhead, CA
08.2009 - 06.2011
- Facilitated professional development workshops to improve instructional practices and student engagement.
- Monitored student performance data to drive academic interventions and support strategies.
- Directed leadership and oversight for athletic programs, ensuring compliance with scheduling, transportation, and budgeting requirements.
- Supervise daily school operations for a campus serving 1600 students and over 100 faculty/staff.
- Enforced school policies and managed student discipline through implementation of restorative practices and behavior interventions.
- Executed teacher evaluations and classroom observations to enhance instructional quality.
- Collaborate with the Principal and Counseling Staff to create and adjust the Master Schedule.
- Testing Coordinator
- Oversaw coordination of athletic event facility usage and implementation of safety protocols.
- Facilitated collaboration with district officials to uphold state and league compliance for athletics and extracurricular programs.
- Lead professional development initiatives for staff on student engagement, safety, and instructional improvement.
- Facilitated strategic planning, budgeting, and school improvement initiatives alongside the principal.
- Managed renovation projects for stadium and gymnasium to enhance campus facilities.
- Oversaw implementation of campus supervision, monitored attendance policies, and coordinated emergency response protocols.
- Support student organizations, extracurricular activities, and school-wide events.
- Summer School Principal
Teacher in Social Science
Rim Of The World Unified School District
Lake Arrowhead, CA
08.1999 - 06.2009
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with state standards in social science curriculum.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment that encouraged critical thinking and student participation.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student understanding of complex social issues.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrated social science concepts across subjects.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instruction as needed for improvement.
- Head Boys Basketball Coach, Assistant Coach Baseball
- Achieved enhanced player performance through effective implementation of in-season and off-season development plans. Secured financial support for the program by establishing partnerships with local businesses. Delivered successful off-season tournaments and clinics, contributing to increased community involvement and player skill advancement.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to share best practices, strategies, and resources for teaching social sciences effectively.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA05-2008
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA06-1994
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- School facilities and operations
- Staff development
- Relationship building and networking
- Policy implementation
- Critical thinking and judgment
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Organizational leadership
- Policy and procedure development
- School administration
Accomplishments
- Awarded "CSADA Athletic Director of the Year" in 2018.
- Awarded The Riverside Sport Hall of Fame President's Award in 2025
- Achieved LCAP Athletic Budget through effectively helping with the creation of the LCAP Athletics formula and allocations.
- Collaborated with team of five in the development of The Riverside Unified Athletic Trainers Program.
- Lead or Collaborated in developing or changing CIF-SS Policy.
- Instrumental in the creation and governance of the Raincross Conference and Mountain Valley Leagues.
- Helped establish the Riverside Poly High School "Bears of Distinction Progroma.
Timeline
Assistant Principal of Athletics and Facilities
Riverside Unified School District
07.2013 - Current
High School Assistant Principal
Corona-Norco Unified School District
06.2012 - 06.2013
High School Assistant Principal
Lee V. Pollard High School (Corona-Norco Unified School District)
07.2011 - 06.2012
High School Assistant Principal
Rim Of The World Unified School District
08.2009 - 06.2011
Teacher in Social Science
Rim Of The World Unified School District
08.1999 - 06.2009
Master of Science - Education
Point Loma Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University, Fullerton