Kimberly Cruz
Educational Administrator
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Proven leader in educational management, I significantly enhanced school performance and student engagement at Bakersfield City School District. Expert in administrative management and fostering strong student and parent relations, I've led teams to cultivate a collaborative culture, improving stakeholder satisfaction. My strategies in classroom management and policy improvement have consistently promoted academic excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice Principal
Bakersfield City School District
08.2021 - Current
- Oversaw the hiring process for new staff members to ensure that qualified candidates were selected to promote academic excellence within the school community.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing new policies and procedures for student discipline and academic support.
- Monitored academic progress of all students through regular review of assessment data to identify trends and potential areas of growth or concern.
- Worked with teachers to evaluate policies and enact improvements.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Academic Program Leader
Bakersfield City School District
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders, improving overall satisfaction and trust in leadership capabilities.
- Managed budget allocations effectively, ensuring adequate funding for instructional materials, equipment, and staff development opportunities.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Developed a culture of collaboration among staff members through regular meetings, workshops, and team-building activities.
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote teaching staff and administrative personnel's positive interaction with students and families.
Education
Doctor of Education - Education Administration
Concordia University, Irvine
Irvine, CA 05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Development
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Student and parent relations
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Vice Principal
Bakersfield City School District
08.2021 - Current
Academic Program Leader
Bakersfield City School District
08.2018 - 08.2021
Doctor of Education - Education Administration
Concordia University, Irvine
05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Concordia University Irvine
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Development
San Diego State University
05.2001 -
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