Joaquín Arroyo
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
With a proven track record at Central City Value High School, I excel in strategic planning and leadership development, having led initiatives that resulted in exceptional growth and achievement. My expertise in board relations and fostering inclusive cultures has significantly increased enrollment and staff retention.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Value Schools
01.2023 - Current
Principal
Central City Value High School
Los Angeles, USA
01.2015 - Current
- Company Overview: Central City Value High School is a California Distinguished School
- Collaborated with the network office staff and other principals to develop the Value Schools mission statement and guidelines to support the future success of principals
- Shared best practices with the CEO and other principals to develop the Value Schools guidelines for hiring educators
- Engaged in discussions with the CAO to develop strategies designed to improve student learning
- Provided coaching to other school principals with the Value Schools academic team
- Drove strategic changes which supported the mission statement of Value Schools ensuring positive outcomes for student learning and financial viability
- Led network wide discussions on analyzing NWEA data and strategies to improve student learning
- Track record of leading a school that has proven to have an impact on student learning
- Established an equity-led vision and aligned vision to action plans, goals, and decision making in all major areas including curriculum, instruction, and overall educational program
- Analyzed school-wide data to drive and align all decisions to the school's vision and mission for the purpose of sustaining and improving equitable outcomes for students
- Created and implemented a system which has allowed our 11th grade students to show more growth on the NWEA in math than 99% of the schools across the country
- Created systems to increase student learning and academic achievement
- Created a positive, respectful, inclusive culture by driving DEI practices, priorities, and systems which led to high staff retention rates- only two staff members since 2015 have resigned and made a lateral move to another school in the area
- Increased enrollment by developing effective recruiting and operational practices and establishing effective relationships with partners and community members
- Managed, mentored, and supported educators including lead teachers and other school leaders
- Effectively created buy-in from colleagues to make changes that have led to improved student learning
- Led, managed, and coached team members across various sets of workstreams, including, but not limited to instruction, operations, safety, human resources, academic and SEL counseling, equity and inclusive systems and practices, and budget
- Developed a data-driven system which led to an increase of 20 percentage points on the math section of the CAASPP
- Attended over fifty board meetings/board committee meetings
- Gave presentations at board meetings and engaged in discussions with board members on LCAPs, budgets, staff retention, and academic data
- Served on interview committees to select two CEOs
- Attended community building events with board members
- Managed the school's budget in collaboration with the Value Schools CFO
- Increased financial reserves by over five million dollars
- Currently overseeing a two million dollar construction project
- Knowledgeable about guidelines that pertain to spending from various funding sources
- Formed positive relationships with middle schools in the area to increase enrollment
- Collaborated with the president of the foundation board to provide students with opportunities to explore various careers
- The school has positive relationships with schools and parks in the area to ensure success of the school's athletic programs
- Central City Value High School is a California Distinguished School
Teacher
Central City Value High School
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Designed lesson plans and instructed students in AP Biology, General Biology and Health
- Led students to the highest CST scores in the school
- In 2013, 78% of students at Central City scored proficient or advanced on the Biology CST compared to 33% of students at LAUSD schools
- Students at Central City outperformed students at Beverly Hills High on the Biology CST
Lead Teacher
Korea Poly School
Bundang, South Korea
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Taught English, Pre-Algebra, Earth Science, and Life Science to elementary and middle school students
- Developed curricula for biology and chemistry SAT subject test prep classes
- Wrote study guides, quizzes, and exams for all of the science courses offered at Korea Poly School
Teacher
English Channel
Seoul, South Korea
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Taught conversational English to adults
IB/AP Coordinator
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
Anaheim, USA
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Managed a team of 12 IB and/or AP teachers
- Coordinated the International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement Programs as a member of the school's administrative team
- Collaborated with administration to develop Fairmont's IB/Medical Magnet Program
Teacher
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
Anaheim, USA
01.1996 - 01.2005
- Created lesson plans and instructed students in the following subjects: IB/AP Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Algebra I
- Led students to achieving the highest AP scores in the school
- Worked with the media department to develop online lessons
- Coordinated the Junior and Senior Class Activities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of California at San Diego
California Clear Administrative Services Credential -
California Single Subject Clear Credential - Biological Sciences
M.Ed -
National University
Skills
- Board relations
- Marketing
- Strategic planning
- Financial management
- Budget reporting
- Leadership development
- Staff management
- Negotiation
- Coaching and counseling
- Operational planning
- Budgeting and financial management
- Public speaking
- Team leadership, training, and development
Personal Information
Title: California Clear Administrative Services Credential, California Single Subject Clear Credential in Biological Sciences
Timeline
Executive Director
Value Schools
01.2023 - Current
Principal
Central City Value High School
01.2015 - Current
Teacher
Central City Value High School
01.2008 - 01.2015
Lead Teacher
Korea Poly School
01.2007 - 01.2008
Teacher
English Channel
01.2005 - 01.2006
IB/AP Coordinator
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
01.2002 - 01.2005
Teacher
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
01.1996 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of California at San Diego
California Clear Administrative Services Credential -
California Single Subject Clear Credential - Biological Sciences
M.Ed -
National University