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Joseph Lomonaco

Acton,CA

Summary

Visionary and results-driven educational leader with over 20 years of experience inspiring academic excellence and school improvement. Committed to equity, high expectations, and empowering educators, I build staff capacity and foster inclusive school cultures by collaborating with district leaders, staff, and families. I drive student achievement through data-informed practices and continuous reflection to enhance school climate, culture, and outcomes for all learners.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal

Lancaster School District
07.2023 - Current
  • Lead all aspects of school operations to foster a safe, inclusive, and high-achieving environment. Oversee daily functions, master scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation. Set clear academic goals, support and evaluate staff, and use data to drive instruction and strategic planning. Facilitate PLCs, IEPs, and site committees (SSC, ILT, MTSS). Committed to equity, excellence, and continuous improvement in school climate, culture, and student outcomes.

Assistant Principal

Lancaster School District
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • As Assistant Principal, provided instructional leadership through teacher coaching and data analysis to support student achievement. Managed school-wide operations, professional learning initiatives, and was responsible for the athletic program and student discipline. Supported alignment with district equity and achievement goals.

Principal

Mojave High School
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • As Principal of Mojave High School, I served as the sole site administrator, providing academic and operational leadership during the challenges of COVID-19. I led efforts to increase student achievement through focused instructional supervision and fostering teacher collaboration. Additionally, I worked to strengthen school morale by promoting community outreach and implementing culture-building initiatives that supported a positive and inclusive school environment.

Assistant Principal

Palmdale Aerospace Academy
07.2020 - 07.2021
  • As Assistant Principal at The Palmdale Aerospace Academy, I led the safe return of students to in-person learning and the reopening of the athletics program, ensuring compliance with state, county, and CIF guidelines. I created the school safety plan to support a secure and effective learning environment and managed student discipline to promote positive behavior and accountability. I also directed summer school programs and oversaw Edgenuity-based credit recovery to support academic achievement. Additionally, I supervised STEM departments and conducted teacher evaluations to improve instructional quality.

Vice Principal

Highland High School
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • As Vice Principal of Highland High School, I provided teachers with feedback and instructional support to increase student outcomes while reducing expulsions and suspensions through the implementation of PBIS and MTSS frameworks. I led CIF-SS Championship-winning athletic programs and was responsible for grounds, security, and athletics. Additionally, I developed campus-wide emergency protocols, including COVID check-out systems, to ensure student safety and well-being.

Site Administrator / Lead Teacher

SEA Charter High School
08.2004 - 01.2018
  • Interim Site Administrator overseeing instructional teams and daily school operations. Served as WASC accreditation chair and active member of the instructional leadership team. Taught Science and Social Science while implementing PBIS and social justice initiatives. Acted as union representative and Dean of Students.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum & Instruction

California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
07.2025

Master of Arts - Education Administration & Supervision

California State University, Bakersfield
01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University, Los Angeles
01.1983

Skills

  • Employee performance evaluations
  • Staff management
  • Verbal and written communication

Certification

  • California Administrative Services Credential - Clear
  • Single Subject Credential Biology - Clear
  • Single Subject Credential Social Science - Clear
  • Multiple Subject Teaching Credential – Clear

Affiliations

  • ACSA
  • NEA
  • ASCD

Timeline

Principal

Lancaster School District
07.2023 - Current

Assistant Principal

Lancaster School District
09.2022 - 06.2023

Principal

Mojave High School
07.2021 - 06.2022

Assistant Principal

Palmdale Aerospace Academy
07.2020 - 07.2021

Vice Principal

Highland High School
08.2018 - 06.2020

Site Administrator / Lead Teacher

SEA Charter High School
08.2004 - 01.2018

Master of Arts - Education Administration & Supervision

California State University, Bakersfield

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University, Los Angeles

Master of Arts - Curriculum & Instruction

California State University, Bakersfield

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